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Worker’s Compensation Laws
Worker’s compensation is a kind of insurance that is funded by your employer and paid to the injured employee to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other costs incurred as a result of the injury. Unlike a personal injury lawsuit, a successful worker’s compensation claim does not require that the employer was negligent, lowering… Read More »
Personal Injury VS Workers Compensation
Choosing between a worker’s compensation claim and a personal injury lawsuit requires some research into the law, but also an honest assessment of your own situation. Both avenues have benefits and drawbacks, and because each case is unique, your life after an injury can be difficult to navigate without an expert’s assistance. If your… Read More »
Construction Accident Claims
You probably already realize that construction is a dangerous job. Everyone is responsible for taking precautions in or around a construction site, even people who aren’t working. However, this doesn’t mean that project managers and city planners are off the hook. Any time that someone is injured on a construction site, whether a worker… Read More »
Legal Options and Rights for Injured Construction Workers
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to compensation. Generally speaking, your options will be limited to the following: worker’s compensation and personal injury lawsuits. Depending on the cause of your injury, you may choose to sue your employer or a third party, such as an equipment manufacturer. Each option… Read More »
How Do I Know If I Have a Wrongful Death Case?
The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. If it’s the result of another person’s negligence, it can be especially traumatic, especially if the negligence comes from a trusted caregiver. After you’ve taken the time to grieve, you might decide to take legal action against the people who caused… Read More »
What are the Warning Signs of Elder Abuse?
If you’re concerned about the way your loved one is being treated by a facility or individual caregiver, it’s important to remember that elder abuse is not always reported. Older adults may fear retaliation if they come forward with reports of mistreatment at the hands of someone much younger, particularly if they are facing… Read More »
What Do I Do if My Loved One was Abused in a Nursing Home?
If a parent, grandparent, or other relative has been placed in a nursing home, finding out that they’re being abused by the staff can be terrifying. You and your loved one don’t have to tolerate malicious treatment by a trusted caregiver, but you might be confused about what constitutes elder abuse and what you… Read More »
Wrongful Death Vs Neglect in Nursing Homes
Mistreatment of residents in nursing homes is unacceptable. After retirement, one should expect to relax and not have to worry about abuse or neglect at the hands of a doctor, nurse, or other caregiver. Tragically, such mistreatment happens too often. In extreme cases, this can result in the death of a nursing home resident…. Read More »
How Do I Know If My Doctor Has Been Charged with Negligence?
Medical negligence and malpractice can be devastating for patients and their loved ones. When you trust a doctor and the doctor violates this trust, it can have long-lasting physical and emotional effects. Even if the mistake was unintentional, you may still be entitled to compensation. Not every mistake made in a healthcare setting is… Read More »
How Do I Know if My Doctor Has Been Involved with Malpractice?
Many people are thankful for the life-saving and healing work doctors do for us and our families. Yet, some doctors have made serious errors or provided a lack of care that may have had a dramatic effect on a patient’s standard of living. As a patient, it is important to understand what medical malpractice… Read More »
