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How does the court calculate wrongful death settlement claims?
A wrongful death suit is never simple to adjudicate. After all, how do you put a price on the loss of a loved one? Fortunately, the courts do have legal precedents to follow when considering settlement amounts and will look at a myriad of different factors to...
Is Your Loved One with Alzheimer’s Safe in a Care Home?
Alzheimer's is a cruel disease that steals your loved one a memory at a time. It can be scary, both for the patient and their family members. And as much as their family may want to provide the best possible care, at some point, it becomes impractical and even...
Follow These 8 Rules for a Fair Settlement After Brain Injuries
Insurance claims are probably the last thing on your mind in the event of a traumatic brain injury caused by another party. The uncertainty and stress can be overwhelming. You want to get better as soon as possible and put all the worry and pain behind you. A TBI can...
Who is responsible for paying the medical bills when a pedestrian accident victim lacks health insurance?
Being a pedestrian in a world of drivers distracted by phones, kids, music, GPS, and other things can be downright dangerous. Whether you’re walking your child to school or taking the dog for a stroll, it’s critical to always keep an eye on cars, bikes, scooters or...
When Traumatic Brain Injuries Won’t Go Away
Many people know about the immediate effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). There are headaches, blackouts, feelings of confusion, mood swings, and sensitivity to light and noise. For many, concussion symptoms will go away within a month. But for others, their...
Don’t Make These 7 Mistakes after a Work Injury
Injured on the job? You may be eligible for workers’ compensation. This is a benefit that is set up to help workers who sustain an injury or illness related to their occupational demands. Perhaps you slipped and fell, strained your back or shoulder due to repetitive...
What’s the employer’s accountability if an employee dies while performing their duties?
Muddling through Worker’s Compensation insurance, potential OSHA violations, legal jargon, and civil lawsuits can be challenging in the best of times. It can be impossible when following the traumatic experience of someone dying in the workplace. These attorneys and...
Are spouses entitled to a portion in an injury settlement claim?
Understanding the rights of a spouse during an injury settlement claim can be tricky, especially during such a trying time. These law experts highlight your rights when your partner is injured and what legal counsel you should seek. Yes, Due To Family Law Act Section...
Is government-owned street CCTV footage enough to prove a hit-and-run case or does a victim need other proof?
If you are involved in a hit-and-run accident, government-owned street CCTV cameras may be able to help solve the case. But is the CCTV footage enough to prove a hit-and-run case in all cases? Keep reading, as some lawyers provide answers.It May Be Enough In Some...
What preparations are necessary when considering filing a claim for a work injury?
Filing a workers’ compensation claim can get complicated, so a good idea is to familiarize yourself with your company’s coverage policies as soon as you can after an accident. Our legal gurus also suggested taking the following steps to protect yourself and give your...
Can I pursue a work-related injury claim even though my injuries are the only evidence of the incident?
No one wants to get hurt on the job, but if a work-related injury does occur, you need to know how to proceed. If you have enough evidence, the case may be pretty cut-and-dry. However, what if the injury itself is the only evidence you have? Should you still pursue a...
Any tips on dealing with the stress while your filed case is ongoing?
Everything’s filed and delivered to the court and your attorney says now it’s time to wait for the judicial process to unfold. And it does, but often at an excruciatingly slow pace. Our legal gurus offered some suggestions below on how you can minimize the headaches...