With the amount of adrenaline that pumps thru a persons’ body during a railroad accident, it is very likely for a person to make rash decisions. The last thing you want is to deal with a split decision you made in the heat of the moment to come back to haunt you. In the event […]
A wrongful death lawsuit is filed by the surviving family members or spouse of an individual who has died due to the negligence or fault of another party. Generally, wrongful death lawsuits take several years before they settle or go to trial, which can be a source of frustration to many clients. However, there are […]
After a motorcycle accident that wasn’t your fault, you may be wondering if you can get compensation for head injuries, although you weren’t wearing a helmet. There are several considerations here that apply. Comparative Negligence According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, an overwhelming body of evidence shows that wearing a motorcycle helmet greatly […]
If you have been the victim of an accident involving a large commercial truck, you may be entitled to a personal injury settlement. Filing suit against a trucker may be more complex than the average car collision, because it’s likely that their employer will be involved in the claim as well. Personal injury attorneys can […]
Publishing legal standards have been a staple in the legal field for many years. Professional scholarly publishing has definitely begun to made its way into eBooks and eArticles, stepping out and onto a more modern platform. Historically, distributing information and content through online outlets has widely varied. Although online publishing has only been around for […]
It’s no secret that knee pain is prevalent in the U.S.. Participation in sports is estimated to cause 2.5 million knee injuries annually. The obesity epidemic is another contributing factor. Excess weight on the joints can accelerate wear and tear – often leading to the degeneration of cartilage. It’s a pain that affects an estimated […]
Deciding whether or not you need to hire an attorney for your personal injury claim will depend on the facts of the case. Not every personal injury case will need an attorney. Has the insurance company offered a decent settlement that you are able to pay any medical bills and expenses? Then you may be […]
A problem often debated by legal theorists and philosophers of law is that of what should be done when awarding damages, if neither party in an injury case is totally blameless. Far from being a debate over abstract concepts, this question is central to the law of tort. One solution to this dilemma is known […]
If you’ve suffered injuries as a result of the negligence of somebody else, you have the right to seek compensation for your damages. Medical bills, lost time from work, pain and suffering and any permanent damages are what insurance companies, judges, and juries will pay attention to. Without those, you probably don’t have much […]
Companies offering ridesharing services, such as Uber and Lyft, have become very popular in recent years, especially in large cities. Providing transportation that is faster and less expensive than a taxi offers a convenience that many passengers cannot resist. Generally, rideshare drivers must pass a security, driving and background check. This makes passengers feel secure […]