After you have had too much to drink, you may find that you are not able to drive safely. To avoid having an accident, your solution might be to pull over somewhere safe where you can sleep until you can recover from your inebriation. However, if a police officer discovers you, there’s a risk that you may be charged with a DUI. Welfare Checks When you are asleep, a police officer has the ability to perform a welfare check.…
Read More »When you bail someone out of jail using cash and/or collateral, one of the risks you take is the defendant won’t show up to court as required. This will often result in the court forfeiting the bail, which means the state will take the money and you’ll never see it again. Don’t panic if this happens to you, however, because you can sue the defendant to get your money back. Here’s what you need to do.…
Read More »You know a lot about personal injury cases (probably!), but did you know that you can make a lot of legal faux pas that can ruin your claim/case? Sadly, many people make these mistakes, and it ends up costing them a positive result in their cases. The mistakes are rather simple ones and can be easily avoided if you know what they are and how to avoid them. Most of these mistakes often occur before you are able to consult with personal injury law attorneys, which is why so many personal injury cases never make it to or past the initial filing stage.…
Read More »When the warm summer weather comes back to the cities and towns of the country, more people are out enjoying the sunshine. This means, more bicycles will be on the pathways, sidewalks, and roadways and there is a higher chance of a collision with a vehicle. Has your loved one been involved in an accident in which they were killed by a vehicle while riding? Is it a wrongful death? It depends on how it happened.…
Read More »When you have been in a really bad auto accident, lawyers try to make the situation better. They want to help you sue the parties responsible, especially when the accident causes a physical disability. When you have your auto accident lawyer file a lawsuit, he or she will need to know if you have “loss of limb” or “loss of use of a limb.” Here are the differences, why it matters to your lawsuit, and how it determines how much compensation you can request in your lawsuit.…
Read More »If your loved one has been injured in a slip and fall injury in a nursing home, then you need to identify the liable party and help your loved one get their damages. In many cases, the nursing home ends up being liable for slip and fall injuries occurring on their premises. Here are some of the reasons a nursing home may be liable for a slip and fall accident:…
Read More »There are many conditions and injuries that a person can suffer while they are working. For those that work in office settings or that must use computers for long periods of time, carpel tunnel syndrome can be a serious problem that will need to be addressed. Sadly, many workers will be poorly informed when it comes to their rights in terms of carpel tunnel syndrome and their workplace. Myth: Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Is Not A Serious Condition To Have…
Read More »From time to time, people get in arguments that cause them to slap each other. Sometimes, the person who was slapped may try to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. This situation is typically rather complicated and may require professional help to understand. A Slap May Not Be Assault When you slap somebody, you are committing a physically-aggressive action that is most likely not assault. For example, slapping a friend as a joke or even angrily is typically not assault if you didn’t cause serious bodily injury.…
Read More »The last thing you will want is to have an injury at work. However, it’s possible for this to happen to any person and if it does occur to you, it’s important to file a workers’ compensation claim. This could be the key to getting the money you need to survive until you’re able to return to work. Knowing some specific tips to help you receive the cash you deserve during this challenging time is sure to be helpful to you.…
Read More »It is normal to experience a wide range of emotions during the grieving process when you have lost a loved one. However, after you have dealt with all of the funeral arrangements and have paid your last respects, it might be time to think about the cause of their death. It might also be time to consult with a wrongful death attorney. If you are not yet sure if this is something you should do, you will want to read through the following points.…
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