It can be a challenge trying to figure out who is responsible for an accident. That is something that accident attorneys deal with regularly. While many people assume, for instance, that being hit from behind in a car accident is a clear case of liability. However, every personal injury case is not the same. So many factors play a...
Continue ReadingConstruction work can be very dangerous, regardless of whether you are working on a small project for a homeowner or a major commercial job. The unfortunate reality is that construction accidents are quite common despite the various regulations and inspections meant to promote job safety. Even with all of the job safety programs in place to help reduce construction...
Continue ReadingIt is not strange nowadays to see everyone around you with their eyes glued to their smart phone or tablet. The internet and social media are almost an addiction for many. But if you are involved in a personal injury lawsuit, you need to be careful using Facebook, Twitter, and other social media outlets. It is widely known that...
Continue ReadingUnfortunately, medical lawyers are keeping busy with an increase in malpractice cases. One of the reasons medical malpractice have become so common is the fact that health care providers have become more and more reliant on medical technology and electronics. Hospitals are set on becoming paperless by computerizing their systems, including patient records, utilizing automatic orders and electronic patient...
Continue ReadingWith all of the “Don’t text and drive” ads, most of us know that distracted driving is extremely dangerous. But, have you considered the danger posed by distracted pedestrians? For a personal injury lawyer, this is a type of claim that may be overlooked by many potential clients. The unseen danger of a distracted pedestrian Our society is attached...
Continue ReadingPersonal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured because of the negligence or recklessness of someone else. With all of the stress and worry that being injured can lead to, it makes sense to let your attorney guide you through the legal process and assist you in obtaining the compensation you deserve. With every personal injury case comes...
Continue ReadingYou may be shocked to know that the number of children seriously injured every year at daycare centers is unacceptably high. Parents unwittingly place their trust in these centers to protect their precious little ones. However, children in Missouri and Arkansas are being injured as a result of the negligence of daycare centers every day. A personal injury lawyer in...
Continue ReadingThe general rule is that landowners do not have a presumed duty to keep their premises safe for the benefit of a trespasser. The only conduct for which a property owner would possible have liability for, would be willful or wanton misconduct. Every state has established its own laws with regard to the duty owed a trespasser. So, what...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to slip and fall personal injury cases, proving responsibility can be a big challenge. Especially with large businesses like Wal-Mart, negotiating with insurance companies can be extremely difficult. Not to mention, for example, Wal-Mart’s policy of fighting personal injury lawsuits all the way to trial. But, in New Mexico earlier this month, there is a new...
Continue ReadingWe would probably all agree that aggressive driving, often referred to as “road rage,” is a serious problem in our country. In fact, according to the American Safety Council, 66% of all traffic fatalities are caused by some form of aggressive driving. What’s worse, 37% of aggressive driving incidents involve a firearm. Those are scary numbers. The good news...
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