Dogs are an extremely popular pet, with more than 78 million being kept as pets in the United States alone. While many dogs are calmed and trained, it’s hard to predict when a dog bite will occur. Even if the injury from a dog bite seems small, it’s important to follow a specific procedure after this happens. Taking things one step at a time can help you down the line and prevent any mistakes.…
Have you been raped or sexually assaulted on a college campus? Oftentimes, people in this situation assume that their only recourse is to seek criminal punishment of their perpetrators. In reality, though, victims of campus rape or sexual assault may be able to sue their school in civil court for compensation for their pain and suffering. Read on to learn 4 ways your school may be liable for your damages.…
If your child was hurt by a bully at school and you’ve been thinking about filing a personal injury claim, there are a few things that you need to do right away. Whether you’re filing suit against the school, the other child’s parents or both, you’ll need to reach out to a personal injury lawyer for support. In addition, you’ll want to start gathering the evidence necessary to support your claim.…
If you were arrested for a DUI, yet haven’t been drinking, you may find yourself wondering how a breathalyzer test could possibly show that you had alcohol on your breath. If you have recently rinsed your mouth with an alcohol-based mouthwash, you may falsely test positive on a breathalyzer test. This may leave you with many questions. Here are a some of the questions you may have about mouthwash and DUIs.…
If you have recently caused a car accident, either partially or fully, due to your own distracted driving and you were sued in the process, then you likely are relieved that the legal battle is over. However, you probably never want to deal with being sued ever again. One good way to keep this from happening is to do your best to prevent distracted driving in the future. A few tips, like the ones outlined here, can definitely help you.…
With warmer spring temperatures hinting at the summer weather that’s ahead, it’s no surprise that people are thinking about getting boats ready for the season. If you have just purchased your first boat, you may be anxious for the warm weather so you can get out on the water with your friends and family. Before you do, though, it’s important to recognize the risks it can pose. The United States Coast Guard reported over 4,000 boating accidents in 2014 alone.…
If you own a retail store that is quite busy with both customers and employees, then you probably know that you need to keep your business as tidy as possible. Not only does this cut down on general injuries, but it makes your store appear professional and inviting. However, slips and falls may occur in your business even if you keep areas neat and tidy. Unfortunately, individuals may claim negligence on your part and end up suing you.…
Placenta previa is a relatively uncommon condition that affects around 1 in 200 pregnancies. With prompt treatment and the right care, doctors can make sure that placenta previa does not harm your unborn child, but serious injuries can occur. Learn more about the causes and complications of placenta previa, and find out how medical malpractice can lead to serious birth injuries.
What is placenta previa?
The placenta is a vital organ that attaches to the side or the top of the uterine wall during pregnancy.…
A lot of focus has been on distracted driving over the last few years. While the majority of this focus is on the motor vehicle operators who are engaged in other activities besides driving, this behavior also affects motorcycle drivers in more ones than one. When motorcyclists are distracted not only are they at a much higher risk of being involved in an accident, but their lives may literally be at stake.…
If a close family member has passed away as the result of the negligence of a third party, you may want to consider filing a wrongful death claim. Unlike criminal prosecution, a wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that allows family members to receive damages for the loss of a loved one. Unfortunately, winning a wrongful death claim is often difficult. Here are three factors involved in proving a wrongful death claim.…