Slip and fall accidents at work are very common and occur all too often. This workplace accident can lead to injuries and in rare circumstances, even death. It is important to be aware of hazardous situations at work to avoid this accident but sometimes it will happen. You need to know what to do if …
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Being involved in a car accident can be scary. Knowing what to do is important as it may help you later on in the court dealings and legal side of things. Whether it has been a small injury or a massive collison, it is important to document every detail of the accident. Here are the …
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Whether you had a few beers and are feeling tipsy or you’ve been partying all day and are drunk, getting behind the wheel while under the influence is never a good idea. Even if you’ve only had a glass of wine or two, if your blood alcohol content is 0.08% or more, and you get …
If you are currently renting a residency, there are rights that you have as a tenant. These rights are called “Renters’ Rights.” They include laws that are designed to protect you as a tenant from being discriminated against or taken advantage of and ensure the place you are renting is safe and clean. Your Right …
There are a lot of expenses that accompany the filing and completion of a personal injury lawsuit. For example, filing fees, fees for transcripts, hiring expert witnesses, obtaining medical records, and many more expenses are expected from the beginning of a case. In many instances, these are out-of-pocket expenses for the plaintiff. We understand that financing …
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Employment discrimination is a broad term that can cover a wide range of issues. But, generally speaking, if you have been treated unfairly due to specific characteristics or beliefs, you may have cause to file an employment discrimination lawsuit. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) determines what qualifies as discrimination. Laws enforced by the EEOC are …
Several issues can accompany a brain injury. Some of the most common complications include cognitive and mental processing changes, difficulties regulating emotions, vision and speech problems, and changes in physical abilities. And new research has found victims of brain injury have double the mortality rate 30 years post-injury than those who have never been injured. …
Product liability claims can take anywhere from a few months to a few years to settle. How long your case takes depends on how complex it is and other factors unique to your situation. The best way to get an accurate timeline is through a one-on-one consultation with an experienced attorney who can listen to …
The statute of limitations on personal injury claims in New York is three years from the date of the accident. This may seem like a sufficient amount of time, but in the aftermath of a severe injury, the statute of limitations can easily pass before you have a chance to talk to an attorney. Therefore, making it …
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that 4,988 fatal crashes in 2020 involved at least one large truck or bus; 2020 is the latest year for which complete statistics are available. This is a three percent decline in fatal truck accidents from the year before, but 2020 still came in as the third most …
