Personal Injury
A CBS investigation has found that an out-of-date government safety standard is putting drivers and their families in danger. In their six-year study, they identified over 100 people who were either severely or fatally injured by seat back failures. Vehicle front seats—particularly, the seat backs—can collapse in rear-end accidents, pitching…
With the rise of coronavirus, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the dangers of occupational illness and occupational injury. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics defines occupational injury and occupational illness to be work-related “if an event or exposure in the work environment either caused or contributed…
Increased incidences of injuries for seasonal workers necessitates greater awareness. March 19th marked the official end to another long, cold winter. Unfortunately for many, however, the onset of more temperate weather also marks the beginning of more dangerous working conditions. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the inauspicious reality…
According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), there were over 6,500 pedestrian fatalities in the United States in 2019. That is the highest number of pedestrian deaths in over 30 years. To put it into perspective, one pedestrian was killed every 81 minutes in 2019. Most troubling, last year’s…
As warmer weather approaches and self-quarantine and physical distancing restrictions are eased, public behavior will begin – albeit slowly – to revert to that of pre-pandemic life. Through most of the summer, continued aversion to crowds will be challenged against the human need for greater social interaction. One summertime activity…
Most sexual assault cases are treated as criminal cases, with the state charging the perpetrator directly. But in certain instances, sexual assault claims can be brought successfully in civil court as a personal injury claim. An example is where the victim of the assault can prove that the assault was…
Happy Summer! It’s the season of lemonade, poolside hangouts, and one of America’s favorite holidays – the 4th of July! Before you head out for a day of relaxed fun with family and friends, brush up on a few safety precautions you can take before the big day. After all,…
Being injured in an accident can be a frightening and potentially life-altering experience. If you find yourself in such a situation, you likely have questions about the process of pursuing a legal claim for your injuries, and how long the process takes. This article will walk you through the standard…
If you are injured in any way and suspect another person or institution is at fault, you should not suffer in silence. Your best course of action is to hire a personal injury attorney. Though it is tempting to attempt to obtain justice on your own, the chances of reaching…
If you were injured in an accident, the amount of medical expenses — and the types of expenses — you incur can have a big impact on the settlement offer from an insurance company. Medical bills, known in the insurance world as medical special damages, are part of the formula…
