Truck Driver Competence

Truck Accident Lawyer In theory, a commercial truck driver should never be allowed on the road unless he or she is fully licensed, trained and prepared to cope with whatever difficulties or dangers may arise on the road. In practice, however, many factors can lead to a truck driver making mistakes, which may lead to a disastrous accident, not only for the truck driver but for others on the road. There are typically two warring

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What Should I Do If My Doctor Make a Surgical Mistake?

Medical Malpractice Lawyer A common mistake that lawyers see all too often, is when doctor’s commit an error during a patient’s surgery. These missteps can have devastating and even lethal consequences. Some patients may not survive due to the doctor’s oversight. Avoidable mistakes can occur while a patient is under anesthesia on the surgery table. After they wake up, they may be in immense pain and discomfort. Feeling confused and terrified, they may not know

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Can I sue a nonprofit organization for a slip and fall injury?

Personal Injury Lawyer A serious slip and fall injury can result in long term consequences and the need to hire an attorney in order to recover one’s damages. Victims may hesitate to pursue this option if a nonprofit organization is at fault. The victim may assume that the nonprofit can’t be held liable, or else they do not want to take money from an organization that they support. If you suffered an injury from a

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Tips on Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

Personal Injury Lawyer The choice you make for a personal injury attorney can literally make or break your entire personal injury claim, should you pursue one. It is important to know what to expect from your personal injury attorney so that you know whether or not he or she is a good fit for you and your case. You need an attorney that understands that insurance companies will try to lowball you in many cases,

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Brain Injury Lawsuits

Brain Injury Claims Brain injuries are one of the most severe types of injuries that a victim can suffer in an accident. Brain injuries can have devastating effects on a victim’s future, leaving them with life-long disabilities and the inability to live their life the way they had before their injury. Victims who have suffered brain injuries should contact an experienced brain injury attorney to find out what their legal options are. Our legal team

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Will Workers’ Compensation Pay Me if I’m Injured On the Job?

Workers’ Compensation pays you in many situations when you are injured at work. But there are limits you need to be aware of. Your employer or their insurance company will sometimes try to limit what you can receive. If you are having difficulty getting the pay you’re entitled to, you should contact a workers’ compensation lawyer. You May Not Receive Pay on the Same Schedule If you have sick leave, your company may pay you

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Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing Home Abuse There comes a time when we are unable, or simply unfit to care for our elderly loved ones and we have to send them to a nursing home to be looked after. This is not because we love them less, this is because sometimes we just are not able to provide them with the care that they need. In deciding the place to have your loved ones stay, you want to ensure

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Hiring a Lawyer When You’re Not at Fault

Some individuals are under the impression they won’t need to hire a lawyer unless they are at fault for an auto accident. Contrary to this belief, you could benefit from hiring a lawyer even when you’re not at fault. The following should help you understand why. The Insurance Company When dealing with insurance companies, it can get tricky if you don’t know what you’re doing. The other driver’s insurance provider may contact you to talk

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First Steps to Pursue a Medical Malpractice Case

Medical Malpractice Lawyer Miami, FL Doctors and other healthcare professionals are often seeking to give their patients the best standard of care, using their best judgment whenever possible. But sometimes things don’t go as planned and you may end up severely injured in the process. If another medical person with similar training would have made different choices and thus caused a better outcome for your situation, there is a good chance you have a medical

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Who Provides Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

Personal Injury Lawyer If you are employed by a business, your employer likely purchases workers’ compensation insurance to cover you in case you are hurt or become sick while working. In the end, the employers of the state you live and work in are paying for your benefits if you’re eligible for workers’ comp. Depending on state laws, there are a few options they can choose from to handle their specific program. Some states require

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