Suffering a personal injury is a challenging experience, and the process of proving fault can be equally daunting. Whether you have been in a car accident, slipped and fell or suffered from another issue, establishing fault is important. Exploring some tips to help...
Personal Injury
What situations lead to product recalls?
Many products that people use every day have the potential to cause serious injuries, but only if they have some kind of defect. Ideally, manufacturers would account for potential flaws in their products and correct them before they release them for sale, but this is...
Is your loved one’s nursing home prepared for a fire emergency?
If you have a senior loved one residing in a nursing home, you must have conjured up countless thoughts about possible catastrophic incidents they might figure into. Especially when left unsupervised by nursing home personnel, they can suffer all sorts of injuries,...
Issues with bedsores can be a sign of poor medical support
Older adults are medically vulnerable in many cases. Families may make the difficult decision to move an older adult into a nursing home when they require more support than their children or other loved ones can consistently provide. They may experience cognitive...
Determining lost wages when you don’t have a regular income
If you’ve been seriously injured in a car crash or other event caused by someone else’s negligence or actions, you can and should include any lost income in the amount of compensation you seek for your financial losses. If you earn a regular salary or hourly wage, you...
What is a TBI and how do they happen?
A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a medical term used when the head suffers a forceful or violent blow, hit or strike. A TBI causes serious head and brain injuries to victims. Some TBIs are fatal and others may leave victims with permanent disabilities. Many TBIs are...
Spinal cord injuries can have long-term effects
The spinal cord is an essential part of your body, and any damage can significantly impact your movement and quality of life. While most people focus on the physical symptoms of a spinal cord injury, such an injury may have some long-term effects. Below are some of...
Has chronic pain impacted your quality of life?
Few people walk away from car accidents totally unscathed. If you’re lucky, you may end up with minor injuries that heal within a matter of days or weeks. Unfortunately, this isn’t always how it works out. Road traffic collisions can result in severe injuries that...
Why you shouldn’t rush to settle your personal injury claim
You may accept a quick settlement offer to wrap things up quickly after an accident. While agreeing to an early offer sounds convenient, it could be an expensive mistake that could come back to haunt you. Settling your claim before you have a full scope of your...
Pothole injuries in parking lots: Can you be compensated?
Not only can potholes cause severe damage to your vehicle, but they are also a menace to pedestrians. The most common injuries are sprained ankles, twisted knees, and scraped shins. So, can you be compensated for a pothole injury that occurs in a business’ parking...