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Were you recently in an accident? Are you unsure how to balance your new injuries and the rising costs? Learn how a lawyer can help you.

Who Is Liable In An Accident In Which A Commercial Truck Is Involved – The Driver Or The Company?

7 March 2016
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When a commercial truck is involved in an accident, it may not always be clear who is liable for any damages that were caused. If other drivers or passengers were hurt in the accident, is it the driver or who they work for that should be held responsible for any damages? The law will vary by state and by circumstance, so it's best to do your research before heading to court so you know how the case is most likely to turn out. Read More …

Common Social Security Disability Myths Debunked

7 March 2016
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Suffering an injury or contracting a disease that makes it impossible for you to work can be a devastating and scary experience for you to have to go through. In addition to the stress caused by your medical issue, it is also possible for individuals to feel a great amount of stress about how they will continue to support themselves. Luckily, Social Security Disability is a government program designed to help those who find themselves in this situation. Read More …

The Statute Of Limitations And Personal Injury Suits: A Primer

7 March 2016
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If you plan on filing a personal injury suit, you should be aware that there are often statute of limitation laws in place that may ultimately prevent you from filing said suit if you wait too long. These laws tend to vary from state to state. Throughout this primer, you'll learn a little bit about how statute of limitations operate. What Is The Statute Of Limitations? Every state has its own particular laws regarding statute of limitations and personal injury cases, as aforementioned. Read More …

Planning A Boat Ride? Be Aware Of These Unique Injuries

4 March 2016
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When people talk about boating accidents, they mostly focus on the common ones; such as drowning or getting stranded at sea. However, these aren't the only causes of injuries for boaters. Here are three other injuries that may befall you when you go for a boat ride: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Gasoline-powered boats produce carbon monoxide gas, which is poisonous and can lead to a fatal injury. According to the CDC, some large boats have exhaust gases coming out of their rears, which may endanger your health if you are on the rear swim deck. Read More …

What You Need To Know About The Latest Worker’s Compensation Opt-Out News

4 March 2016
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In the past few weeks, there has been considerable speculation and examination into certain worker's compensation opt-out plans and their constitutionality. The findings of the Oklahoma Worker's Compensation Commission at the end of February were that these programs violated basic worker's rights laws and therefore had to be thrown out. Whether this ruling will set a precedent for other states with similar laws (one example being Texas)  is yet to be seen, but let's take a look at what this initial ruling means to these other states, as well as what it means for employers and employees. Read More …
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Healing From My Accident

When I woke up in the hospital and asked what happened, my mom and sisters explained that I had been involved in a terrible auto accident. I was terrified. In addition to forgetting about the entire ordeal, I also didn't know how I was going to battle my new injuries. Fortunately, my mom suggested that we seek the help of an accident attorney. Within a few hours, things started to get better. The lawyer answered phone calls and addressed medical bills, and he also took the time to listen to my side of the story--or the lack thereof. Learn how a lawyer can help you too.

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