19 June 2020
When it comes to getting into an accident, it is never easy. Getting into an accident with a commercial truck driver can really complicate the compensation process, which is why you should hire an attorney to help you with the compensation and potentially with the lawsuit process. Thing #1: Hire an Attorney If you are involved in an accident with a commercial truck, you are going to want to hire an attorney to help you with the compensation process.
8 June 2020
According to the Washington Post, there are 1.7 million rear-end collisions each year. Even minor fender-benders cost Americans millions of dollars a year. While some rear-end collisions lead to minor injuries and damage to vehicles, accidents involving heavy and powerful commercial trucks can lead to devastating injuries. Injuries Suffered From Rear-End Collisions The most common type of injury suffered from a rear-end collision is whiplash. The sudden and violent movement of your neck can lead to soft tissue injuries.
28 May 2020
One side effect of being involved in a car accident are the lost wages from your job while you recover and go to doctor appointments. If you are an hourly employer, there will be a clear monetary loss with every single day of work you miss. If you are a salary employee, you will be losing out on sick days or PTO that you could use for another day. Here are some tips that you should know about recovering those lost wages.
19 May 2020
If you have recently had a baby, then you are probably very excited to have introduced a new bundle of joy into your home. Some of your joy might have been dampened, however, if your child was born with a birth defect. In some cases, these birth defects happen because the pregnant parent was exposed to harmful chemicals, such as while they were in the workplace. If something like this has happened to your family, then it's key to start researching birth defect attorneys who provide services for parents in your area.
12 May 2020
When you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits for the first time, you might be concerned that your claim will be denied. Social Security Disability claims are often denied initially, but with the help of a Social Security lawyer, you can avoid the common mistakes that lead to a denial. 1. Failure to Meet Non-Medical Requirements One of the most common reasons for a denial is that you do not have the basic non-medical requirements.
5 May 2020
Dealing with a wrongful death in your family can be a very devastating and traumatic experience to go through. If you need to file a wrongful death lawsuit, it means that the accident that happened was so severe that your loved one ended up passing away as a result. While you're able to recover compensation for your pain and suffering to go through this experience, you may be wondering what factors will end up determining how much you receive in a lawsuit.
7 April 2020
When it comes to commercial truck accidents, people often think about those collisions that involve 18-wheelers. However, commercial trucks come in various sizes, so the size of the truck does not matter. If you've been involved in an accident with a smaller commercial truck — you may still have a case. Remember, these smaller trucks must still abide by the same guidelines as larger trucks. If these guidelines are not followed, the smaller truck company could be found liable.