Why Concussions Are Anything But “Mild” Brain Injuries
Concussions are very serious injuries. It’s a misnomer to say that any type of traumatic brain injury, including a concussion, is “mild.” Many concussions and other types of traumatic brain injuries require a lifetime of medical care and hospital visits. Improper or untimely treatment may be fatal. Many victims suffer physically, emotionally, and cognitively if…
Read MoreDog Bites Can Cause Serious and Permanent Injuries
There’s something heartwarming about the love children have for dogs. Most children just focus on the cuteness and softness of the dog without considering the risks. There are risks. Dogs will bite children and adults if they’re afraid, if the play gets too rough, if the dog is provoked, or for a host of other…
Read MoreWho Is Liable in a Collision with a Semi-Truck?
A semi-truck is essentially any truck that has a trailer. The word semi is used to refer to trailers that didn’t have a front set of wheels. The terms semi, tractor-trailer, and 18-wheeler have become fairly interchangeable. The common thread for all types of semis is that they are used to haul cargo within states…
Read MoreTypes Of Compensation In Wrongful Death Cases
Families are almost always completely blindsided by fatal accidents. The death of a loved one due to the negligence of another is extremely frustrating. Families will often suffer emotionally and financially for a long time after the accident. While no amount of money can replace a loved one, obtaining compensation from a wrongful death lawsuit can help make sure the victim’s family isn’t left with any financial burdens.
Read MoreFatal Pedestrian Accident Puts Self Driving Vehicles On Hold
Many auto companies are developing self-driving technology. If the technology can be perfected, self-driving cars could help eliminate nearly all motor vehicle accidents. Unfortunately, in practice these vehicles still have issues to resolve, and for now one company has put its self-driving vehicles program on hold after a fatal accident with a pedestrian last week.
Read MoreWhat To Know About Your Slip And Fall
While some slip and fall instances only cause minor injuries, the reality is a slip and fall can cause debilitating and painful injuries. The motion involved in a slip and fall puts the entire neck and back at risk, potentially causing serious injuries to the nerves, muscles, and bones in the spinal column. These accidents can also cause brain injuries as the head comes into contact with the floor. Because of the potential for severe injuries, it’s absolutely necessary for commercial properties to keep floors free of any liquids that could cause a fall. Unfortunately, not all businesses exercise appropriate safety practices and accidents occur. But, slip and fall cases aren’t as simple as many people think. Here are a few things you need to know about premises liability cases.
Read MoreTypes of Neck and Back Injuries
Some of the most common injuries personal injury lawyers see on a regular basis involve the back and the neck. These injuries can have huge implications for victims and their families because they often prevent the victim from returning to work and engaging in their normal activities. For some victims, injuries can be permanent and they will never return to full mobility.
Read MoreAttractive Nuisance and Other Types of Premises Liability
Most people think premises liability cases are only slip and fall accidents. While slipping on a spill in a grocery store certainly is a type of premises liability accident, there are many other types of premises liability accidents to be aware of. Property owners have a responsibility to keep visitors reasonably safe from harm, and this goes far beyond cleaning up spills.
Read MoreCelebrate Road Safety At Work Week With These Tips
Transportation accidents on the jobsite are causing an increasing number of injuries and fatalities. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 45% of all workplace fatalities involve motor vehicle accidents. An extreme lack of training in workplace motor vehicle operations is one of the reasons for such a high number of workplace motor vehicle accident fatalities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 60% of all workplace vehicle accident fatalities involve a driver who is not a professionally trained driver by trade. Because of these startling statistics, workers should observe Road Safety at Work Week from March 5-9 by familiarizing themselves with safety tips that can prevent workplace motor vehicle accidents.
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Truck Accident Claims
Every day, millions of Americans share the roadways with semi trucks. While these large trucks are crucial for the transportation of all sorts of goods, they present serious risks to other drivers. Even when an 18-wheeler isn’t hauling any cargo, the vehicle itself can still weigh between 20,000 and 30,000 pounds. Because of their size and weight, trucks generate tremendous force when involved in motor vehicle accidents, causing devastating and even fatal injuries. Because of their potential to cause catastrophic injuries, trucking companies and drivers are highly regulated by the government. Federal regulations make truck accident claims much different than other motor vehicle accident claims.
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