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Unqualified Truck Drivers
September 3, 2024
Unqualified Truck Drivers After a truck accident, you must identify the cause of the truck crash, to seek justice and compensation for your losses. Many factors can contribute to truck accidents, including driver errors, vehicle malfunction, or improper loading. Determining the true cause of the truck collision might require extensive investigation into trucking company records and other evidence. […]
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What are the most common causes of TBI?
February 12, 2024
What are the most common causes of TBI? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a devastating event that can completely disrupt your life. Whether from a car accident, a slip and fall, or any other type of accident, the consequences of this catastrophic injury can be severe and long-lasting. Read on to learn more about the most common causes of TBI and the […]
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Proving Permanent Injuries
January 22, 2024
Proving Permanent Injuries How To Prove You Have Suffered From Permanent Injuries After A Car Accident If you suffered injuries in a car accident, the extent and severity of your injuries matter, not just for obvious reasons but also because it may impact the compensation you can claim. When an injury is permanent, your economic and non-economic damages […]
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What to Do on Your First Offer From the Insurance Company After Truck Accident
January 22, 2024
What to Do on Your First Offer From the Insurance Company After Truck Accident Being involved in a truck accident can be a life-altering event, leaving you physically injured, emotionally shaken, and facing a maze of legal complexities. One of the initial steps in the aftermath might be dealing with an insurance company’s settlement offer. Understanding how to handle this situation is crucial to ensure you receive fair compensation […]
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Is a Settlement Considered Income?
January 21, 2024
Is a Settlement Considered Income? After a long-fought battle, you finally get the compensation you deserve for your damages. While you think there is nothing else you need to do besides separate the money and use it for your expenses, there is a question that many personal injury victims still have, which is whether a settlement is taxable. The IRS […]
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Can I Sue for Negligence?
January 20, 2024
Can I Sue for Negligence? Most accidents occur due to someone’s negligent behavior. When a person suffers an injury due to someone else’s negligence, they may recover compensation by filing an insurance claim or suing the negligent party. After all, the injured party should not have to shoulder their burdens, which may include financial losses, by themselves. However, suing for […]
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What Is the Average Workers’ Comp Back Injury Settlement?
January 18, 2024
What Is the Average Workers’ Comp Back Injury Settlement? There is no average workers’ compensation settlement for a back injury in New York, as there are no average back injuries. Each case is different, and settlements might range widely. Of course, you should not look at a possible settlement like a winning lottery ticket, as you need these funds to support yourself following a […]
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What to Do After a Truck Accident
January 16, 2024
What to Do After a Truck Accident A truck accident is a frightening and life-changing experience, often leaving individuals feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about their next steps. After such a traumatic incident, collect your thoughts, prioritize your well-being, and take appropriate actions to protect yourself both physically and legally. After a truck accident, there are several crucial steps to follow, ranging from […]
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What Can I Expect from a Personal Injury Claim?
January 10, 2024
What Can I Expect from a Personal Injury Claim? Personal injury claims arise when an at-fault party is negligent, and you suffer harm. If you wish to file a personal injury claim, you’ll need to begin by visiting an attorney. Personal injury services are among the most economical legal services offered today, as you don’t have to pay your attorney unless they win your […]
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Anoxic Brain Injuries From Near-Drowning Accidents
January 8, 2024
Anoxic Brain Injuries From Near-Drowning Accidents Swimming is a popular year-round pastime, but pools and recreational water areas present a drowning hazard. When a rescued drowning victim survives, the time under the water often causes anoxic brain damage. During a drowning event, a person loses consciousness and stops breathing, depriving the brain of the oxygenated blood it needs. As a result, […]
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