When someone has been injured, as a result of the negligence or recklessness of someone else, there is a potential for recovery of loss of income. Loss of income and loss of earning capacity are both potential elements of damage in a personal injury case. Proving loss of income can sometimes be tricky, and establishing a loss of earning...
Continue ReadingWhen clients ask this question, the issue is whether or not the lawsuit was filed within the applicable statute of limitations period. This is a very important concern because failing to file your lawsuit in time can mean that your claims will not only be dismissed, but you will lose your legal rights, as well. Although there are time...
Continue ReadingWhen you apply for Social Security benefits, it can be a challenging and somewhat intimidating process. Submitting a claim requires strict adherence to the often complicated rules governing both the application process and eligibility requirements. Completing the necessary forms accurately can be a challenge as well, as they are often confusing. However, completing those forms properly following all of...
Continue ReadingIf you have been injured on the job, there are a lot of issues that can arise if your injury is covered by your employer’s Worker’s Comp carrier. One of the more stressful issues is the Worker’s Comp hearing. Hearings can be complicated to navigate if you do not have experience with them. Judges often limit the evidence that...
Continue ReadingIt goes without saying that head-on collisions are very dangers and often result in serious injuries. As an auto accident lawyer can explain, an accident caused by a wrong-way driver can also result in significant damages. If you or someone you know has been involved in a head-on collision and need help obtaining the damages to which the victims...
Continue ReadingIf you have been injured at work, you are probably wondering what your next step should be and whether you need to hire an attorney. If there are any complex issues in your case, it may be wise to consult with a Workers’ Compensation attorney. For example, if your employer denies your claim or you do not receive the benefits...
Continue ReadingThe issue of fault is the most important component of a lawsuit. If you cannot determine the appropriate person to sue you will be unable to file a lawsuit. If more than one party is accused of liability, determining who is at fault requires identifying the levels of fault. In other words, each party will only be responsible for...
Continue ReadingCatastrophic injuries are a special type of personal injury claims that are characterized by the level of devastation those injuries cause. These injuries are often so severe that they require a significant amount of medical treatment. Often, this includes long-term hospitalization, ongoing rehabilitation, and multiple surgeries, among other things. Catastrophic injuries frequently result in a significant financial consequences, as...
Continue ReadingEarly on the morning of December 3, 2018, a charter bus carrying an Orange Mound youth all-star football team ran off the road and overturned in a ditch after the bus driver lost control. A third-grade child died and at least 45 other children and chaperones were injured. Two passengers had to be airlifted from the scene. The bus...
Continue ReadingSome believe that a self-driving car actually eliminates accidents because technology or robotics are more precise. However, the reality is autonomous vehicles cannot entirely eliminate car accidents. There are been several injuries and deaths across the country involving malfunction of an autonomous vehicle, like a Tesla or Uber. So, who should be held legally responsible for these accidents? If...
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