Medical negligence refers to any failure on the part of the doctor or hospital staff, when treating or handling you, that results in harm to your health. There are specific criteria that must be met to qualify as medical negligence, including whether it was foreseeable, the degree of carelessness, and whether there was an alternate […]
What do you get when you mix liability, negligence, and compensation together? It’s the perfect recipe for a car accident case. When two or more vehicles are involved in an auto accident, it’s important to understand what your legal rights are as both the victim and the at-fault driver, especially if you feel the other […]
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, whether it’s on the sidewalk, in an office building, or inside a restaurant. If you were hurt because someone else was careless or didn’t do what they were supposed to, you may be able to sue them and get money for your injuries, medical bills, and other costs […]
Trying to determine whether or not your elderly loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse can be difficult, especially if you’re not sure where to look or what signs to look out for. While nursing home abuse takes many forms, there are certain warning signs that suggest the problem may be serious. […]
Slip and fall accidents occur when someone slips and falls on another’s property. Most slip and fall accidents happen due to water or ice that was left on the floor, or poorly maintained floors or stairs in an older building. If you’ve recently been injured due to slip and fall, it’s important to understand your […]
A car accident is a terrible experience and one that no one wants to have to go through. If you find yourself in the aftermath of an accident, it’s important to be as prepared as possible so that you can recover compensation from the people responsible for your injuries and other damages. These five tips […]
If you’ve ever been in an accident and suffered personal injuries, you probably know how crucial it can be to have a personal injury lawyer on your side. This isn’t always true, but there are usually legal aspects to your situation that you simply aren’t qualified to deal with alone – meaning that if you […]
When you’ve been hurt in an accident caused by another driver, you first think about getting the best medical treatment possible and getting your life back to normal. But before long, you’ll have some other decisions to make—like whether or not to file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver’s insurance company and, if so, how […]
Whether you’re out on an afternoon ride with friends or commuting to work, bicycling can be one of the best ways to get exercise, enjoy nature and uniquely explore your city or town. However, riding on the road puts you at risk for an accident with another vehicle that can put your health and finances […]
If you’ve been injured in a construction accident, you’re probably eager to move on with your life and start feeling better as soon as possible. It’s important, however, to know your rights in this situation. Construction accidents are usually caused by negligence on the part of the contractor or subcontractor, so you might be entitled […]