The presence of a bicyclist can easily go unnoticed by vehicle drivers, who may be driving without watching out for these pedestrians on two wheels. Bicyclists do not have a protective shield to keep their body safe if a direct impact were to occur. A bicycle does not have a built in seat belt, airbag […]
When an employee has suffered a work-related injury, state law says they are entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits to pay for all their medical treatment and lost wages as they recover. Many people wonder if they need a workers’ comp attorney in order to obtain the benefits they are entitled to. The answer to […]
For most people who have been injured at the hands of a medical professional, taking legal action is likely to be a complicated and challenging experience. It’s common to have a number of questions in the wake of an injury, especially if you are considering whether or not your case requires the attention of an […]
If you have been hurt by someone else, you may be wondering whether you are able to file a personal injury lawsuit to receive some compensation for your injury. You may feel the mounting pressure of paying medical bills, worrying about time out of work, and trying your best to get the treatment and rest […]
When a family member dies under suspicious circumstances, any details you can recollect may help you pursue justice. One example of a pertinent observation is if you noticed your loved one developed worse symptoms after taking a new medication. While this may not necessarily prove causation, it may strengthen a claim of medical malpractice. If […]
Unfortunately, every day many people are injured in accidents due to the negligence of a truck driver. For those seeking legal representation for a collision, can rely on the services of an attorney, like a trucking accident lawyer trusts. Skilled lawyers understand the severe physical and financial impact you may currently be going through. Due to […]
The Importance of Marriage following an injury —When a Power of Attorney is not enough. We are often asked whether a boyfriend or a girlfriend can recover against another party, like a negligent driver, if their love interest was injured. The short answer is no, but as always it depends. In order to recover for […]
Something seen often in medical malpractice lawsuits are medication errors. One would think that in this day and age, with computerized systems that physician offices, hospitals and pharmacies have, that basic medication errors would not happen. Over 1.3 million people are injured each year due to medication errors. Unfortunately, they happen all the time. Most […]
Every year, there are approximately 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, some of which result in death or lasting effects. Severe brain injuries can result from a number of occurrences, ranging from car accidents to simple slip and fall accidents. If you or someone you know has experienced a brain injury as […]
As a workers’ compensation lawyer understands all too well, workplace injuries are common. Many injuries are minor and only require a quick trip to the first-aid box, but others are serious. Some workplace injuries require major medical attention, including surgery, physical rehabilitation, and more. Some workplace injuries are fatal. A skilled lawyer is there to […]