People dying on construction sites is not common these days. However, that does not mean that it cannot happen. The following illustrates some causes of wrongful deaths on a construction site and who to sue if you were a victim and feel you have no other recourse. Horseplay Horseplay, or the intentional actions of people trying to play-fight or shove each other around, is often the source of many work-related accidents.…
Read More »When you end up in the hospital because of the actions of another driver, it’s always bad. When that other driver was not simply careless, what happened to you may not be as much an accident as a negligent act. Unfortunately, aggressive driving can be even more dangerous than the inattentive driver. Read on to find out more about dealing with an aggressive driver and your car accident. When Aggressive Drivers Strike…
Read More »Getting hurt on a cruise, especially to a level that demands immediate medical attention, can lead to a lot more than just a ruined vacation. You may end up with injuries that could persist for years or even the rest of your life. If a cruise line operator was negligent or reckless in dealing with a situation, maintaining equipment or hiring personnel, you have the right to seek compensation for any resulting injuries.…
Read More »Were you recently injured while at work? Is your employer trying to avoid compensating you for your injuries? It’s not uncommon for employers to try to avoid paying employees for injuries that occurred while on the job. They will do many things, from denying the injury took place at work to trying to claim that you’re not even injured at all. In order to get what you deserve, you may need to hire a workers’ compensation attorney to help you with your case.…
Read More »If you’ve been involved in an accident while riding your motorcycle, you’re going to need help. You may have already sought medical care for your injuries, which should always be the first step after an accident. However, if you haven’t sought legal help, you’ve missed that vital second step. Motorcycle accidents aren’t as easy to handle without legal representation. Before you go out and hire the first personal injury attorney you can find, make sure you’ve selected the right one for your accident.…
Read More »Following an accident in which you were riding your bicycle and were in a collision with a vehicle, you may find yourself embroiled in a nasty court case in which the driver’s attorneys accuse you of negligence. There are many ways that you can support your claim that you were following the rules of the road, but you shouldn’t hesitate to demonstrate your experience as a cyclist. Your bicycle accident attorney can stress that your extensive experience as a rider makes you unlikely to make a mistake, thus putting the onus of responsibility on the motorist.…
Read More »One minute your child was playing with your best friend’s dog but then the dog attacked. Though you and your friend stopped the attack from being deadly, your child’s face is injured and they are traumatized. Thankfully, personal injury lawsuits can help here. Dog Bites Can Seriously Affect a Child’s Face When a child is attacked by a dog and bit on the face, the results can be devastating. Even a single firm bite can break through the skin, including through the cheeks and the lips, and cause damage that may leave permanent scarring.…
Read More »Any time you are involved in a serious accident, you’re likely to suffer injuries that will lead to health care costs, lost work time, and more. Unfortunately, it is common for the initial settlement offers to be very low. Sometimes, those low offers are the direct result of your own actions. If you want to ensure that you are eligible to get the best settlement possible for your claim, you need to take some precautions.…
Read More »No one expects anything bad to happen when they are under the care of a physician. But, unfortunately, medical malpractice is not uncommon and can be found in a variety of situations, from surgery and childbirth, to incorrectly diagnosing a condition or prescribing the wrong medication. If you are the victim of medical malpractice, you are entitled to a financial settlement to compensate you for any medical bills you may incur due to the malpractice, as well as any pain and suffering you may have experienced.…
Read More »Learning how carriers process insurance claims for those seeking personal injury settlements may help you to maximize the amount of money you receive for being hurt. As you try to move forward, keep an eye on how these four steps are handled. Sending a Demand Letter In the early stages of the process, you’ll send a demand letter to the insurance carrier outlining what your injuries are and how much compensation you’re seeking.…
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