If you were injured at work so badly that you are out of sick time and vacation time, and you are unable to return to your job but your employer is trying to force you, you need to get legal representation. If they are trying to deny you worker’s compensation as well, a lawyer should quickly look at your case.
These cases can be detailed and controversial, so you want them to start working on the case immediately. Read More»
When you take legal action against a driver that harmed you through their carelessness, you may need to go so far as to file a lawsuit. There are certainly less stringent solutions, such as a settlement offer, available in some cases. Unfortunately, not all accident victims can get the insurance company to cooperate and pay them the compensation they deserve for their injuries. Filing a lawsuit, like all legal matters, is a process and not a very mysterious one at all. Read More»
A motorcycle accident can lead to a number of disfiguring facial injuries. Not only are these injuries painful, but they often leave behind permanent reminders of the incident and may include long-term recovery plans. For these reasons, accident cases involving these injuries often have special circumstances.
Disfiguring Injuries
In terms of the law, facial disfigurement is a limited category. Every injury to the face does not necessarily qualify for this classification. Read More»
Being involved in an automobile accident does not always require the assistance of outside parties. When the accident is minor, fault is properly addressed, and all parties are in full agreement with the way the process is handled by both the insurance providers and the vehicle owners, it can be possible to reach an amicable solution.
Unfortunately, not all vehicle accidents are able to be resolved in this manner. This means that consulting an attorney becomes the most logical way to address the situation and work toward a positive outcome. Read More»
In 2014, according to the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, there was a total of 299,452 motor vehicle accidents, with 20,548 of those accidents involving 3 or more vehicles. As a result of the 20,548 accidents, 94 were fatal, 12,544 resulted in personal injury and 7,910 resulted in property damage. While these numbers are staggering, there are some things you need to know if you are involved in a multiple vehicle auto accident. Read More»
If a retail establishment cannot provide you with a safe place to shop, you may be entitled to damages for their negligence. It may be every shopper’s responsibility to take care when out in public, but in some cases, the liability (fault) for the accident lies with the store itself. Read on to learn more about how to deal with accidents while shopping.
The Burden of Responsibility
Stores are charged with ensuring a safe, hazard-free environment for shoppers and they are expected to do that by policing for potential hazards and warning patrons in a timely manner of hazards. Read More»
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be entitled to compensation from the other party for your pain and suffering, loss of income, vehicle repairs, and medical bills that are associated with your injuries. Hiring an experienced car crash attorney is an excellent way to optimize your chance of being awarded fair compensation – here are a few things you can do to support your lawyer and help ensure their success while representing you: Read More»
Was your car demolished by a truck that took a turn too wide and now you’re facing medical bills, immobility and more? There are several factors that could have led to the truck driver making the mistake and hitting your vehicle, like poor distance judgement, reckless driving, being over their driving hours and more.
It’s your lawyer’s job to get to the bottom of the problem, figure out why this accident happened, and get you the settlement that you need to move on with your future. Read More»
No two car accidents are identical. In some cases, injuries are immediate. However, in other cases, injuries from an accident might not immediately surface. This can be a challenge. Some people assume that the lack of injury right away means that they are just fine. Don’t fall for this mistake. You may still be injured and you need to protect your rights.
The Excitement Of It All
Whether large or small, an accident is an exciting event that gets your adrenaline pumping. Read More»
If someone caused your car accident because they were using the Snapchat app while driving, contact a personal injury attorney for help. Although makers of the app recommend that people don’t use the app while driving, some individuals do. The users take pictures, or selfies, of themselves while driving, or they use the app’s special filters to record their driving speeds. Both actions can keep drivers from paying attention to the road. Read More»
