When a loved one dies after or during a routine medical procedure, you may wonder if the doctor or staff did something wrong. If so, you could sue them for wrongful death, but it will take proving two things: negligence and correlation between the negligence and death. To do this, your personal injury attorney might suggest hiring a medical expert witness. Here are three reasons this could be helpful in your case.
11 September 2015
Drones, or unmanned flying objects often used for surveillance, are a new technology that might have unintended consequences for personal privacy. In fact, Florida recently passed a law that prohibits drones from taking photos or video of people on private property. Other states may follow suit as drones become more widely used. Why Are Drones Used in the U.S.? Drones are beginning to be used for all sorts of aerial activities, from surveying construction sites to checking on the condition of roofs to mapping out correct property lines.
10 September 2015
No matter how many times you have been in a car accident, it is always a difficult experience. You are sure to face a lot of stress and turmoil, especially if you have been physically injured. You might not realize that others involved in the accident may consider coming after to you, or perhaps you need to sue somebody else involved. It may be time to hire an attorney, especially if these characteristics apply to the accident you were involved in.
8 September 2015
When you are the victim of a car accident, there are many things that you can do to increase your chances of recovering your damages through the civil court system, such as: Politely Request a Police Report at the Scene of the Accident Since many cities and towns struggle to keep enough law enforcement officers on the streets these days, you might be surprised when you call to report a traffic accident and are told that no one can respond to the scene.
7 September 2015
If you have recently been in some sort of accident, you might be wondering if you have a good case for filing a personal injury lawsuit. You may see people in the media, or even friends and family who have filed a lawsuit and had a positive outcome. Although there are many circumstances where a lawsuit would be warranted, there are also situations where you shouldn't file a lawsuit. Here are a couple times when you should not file a lawsuit.
3 September 2015
Personal injury cases are something that you may never have to worry about. However, if you are involved in a situation where you have been injured either while at work, in a car accident, or on someone else's property, then you will probably want to receive proper compensation to ensure that your injuries, therapy, and loss of income is compensated for. Here are four things that you should know if you are in need of making a personal injury claim:
31 August 2015
With all the buzz surrounding the hack of the Jeep Cherokee, you may be wondering whether or not your vehicle can be hacked. If it can be, you may be curious as to what you would do if your vehicle got hacked into and then was involved in a collision. Could you sue? If so, who would you sue? Who would be liable for the injuries and damages sustained in a car accident like this?
28 August 2015
As a parent, you do everything you can to protect your child. When you send your child off to school, you expect that your child will be safe and well taken care of. However, this is not always what happens. If your child has been seriously injured while on the playground at school, you need to investigate the incident in order to understand your legal options. Was There Adequate Supervision?
28 August 2015
After being approved for Social Security disability, you could face periodic assessments to determine if you are still eligible to receive benefits. During the assessments, you could be asked to provide a range of information and even have to undergo a medical examination. To help improve your chances of retaining your benefits, here is what you need to know about the assessment. What Are Continuing Disability Reviews? Continuing disability reviews, or CDRs, are the formal name for the periodic assessments the Social Security Administration conducts to determine continued eligibility for benefits.
28 August 2015
Just like military administrative work, the Veterans Affairs claim system can be a difficult and confusing process to wade through. With requirements that aren't explained until after a claim has been reviewed and long wait times ruining momentum and productivity, it's hard for a veteran to handle the paperwork process while transitioning to a civilian lifestyle and dealing with a condition. If you'd like a break from the process, consider two situations: clarifying your position on your own and enhancing your claim with a lawyer's help.
27 August 2015
