Slip-and-fall accidents are one of the most common types of accidents that occur, and they can happen almost anywhere. They can result in serious injuries such as broken bones, head trauma, or even permanent disability. This article discusses the different common causes of slip-and-fall accidents that require the assistance of a lawyer. Poor Lighting Poor lighting is among the most common causes of slip-and-fall accidents that can result in serious injuries.
10 April 2023
Were you injured while on someone else's property due to a slip and fall? You may be wondering if you have a viable personal injury lawsuit on your hands so that you can recover from your injury. Here are a few factors that must be in place to make a lawsuit viable. The Property Owner Had Duty Of Care Start by looking at where the slip and fall happened, and if the property owner had some sort of duty of care to make sure that the property was safe for others.
14 February 2023
One of the biggest challenges of a dog bite case is establishing whether or not the dog was provoked. Many dog owners will challenge a claim under the guise that the claimant provoked their dog and caused the incident. If you want to reduce the risk of contributory negligence in your dog bite personal injury case, it's important to understand what constitutes provocation in the case of a dog bite. Here are some of the things to consider.
29 December 2022
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is one of the most serious mistakes that a driver could make. Unfortunately, when someone is intoxicated, they might not be consciously stable enough to determine if driving is a good idea or not. For example, someone can have a few drinks on a night out and think that they are not too intoxicated to drive home. If you made such a mistake after a night of drinking with friends and were pulled over for reckless driving and being intoxicated, you need to consult with a lawyer without delay.
31 October 2022
An injury that occurs at work can affect you in many ways. You'll not only have physical pain to grapple with but also financial and emotional stress. The latter can be challenging to overcome if your condition keeps you out of work for quite some time. The best thing is that whether you have a permanent or temporary condition, a workers compensation attorney can work tirelessly to get you a settlement for your misfortunes.
15 September 2022
Many people sustain severe injuries after slipping or tripping accidentally. Depending on the affected body part, some are easy to treat, while others may require extensive medical care. In fact, some slip or trip accident victims have to stop working to concentrate on treatment. Such a situation can lead to serious financial strain. Luckily, filing for compensation through the help of a lawyer can reduce the financial burden. However, not all accidents warrant compensation.
15 July 2022
Semis are significantly larger and heavier than passenger vehicles. Most of their accidents leave drivers, passengers, and other road users with severe injuries. Luckily, victims injured in crashes caused by a truck driver's negligence have a right to get compensation. Unfortunately, trucking companies often decline responsibility in a bid to evade the financial liability involved. That is why it is advisable to work with a truck accident lawyer after a collision with a semi.
9 May 2022
