Following an accident or act of negligence, it’s common to experience some form of emotional distress. The symptoms of emotional distress vary and can be hard to quantify. Whether you’ve suffered an accident injury or mistreatment on the job, you may be entitled to compensation. Suing for emotional distress is complicated. Compared to physical injuries, emotional […]
What Does the Workers’ Comp Process Look Like?
Most states across the US have requirements for businesses to carry some form of workers’ comp insurance. This insurance protects businesses from expensive liability. Mostly, it protects workers in case they are injured while on the job. Workers’ comp insurance makes sure workers can get the medical treatment they need from a work-related injury. They […]
This Is What to Do if Hit by an Uninsured Driver
It can happen to anyone; you are driving down the road and suddenly out of nowhere another vehicle slams into you. You call the police and try to exchange insurance information. Then the problem arises, you have been hit by an uninsured driver. The Insurance Research Council (IRC) estimates that one out of every six […]
How To Read Your Insurance Limits
There are 4.4 million people who suffer injuries every year as a result of automobile accidents. If you are found at fault in the accident your insurance company will be paying for the other driver’s expenses. That is why insurance policy limits are an important consideration when purchasing insurance. After purchasing or making a change […]
7 Things You Need to Know About Wrongful Death Claims in Washington
Death is a certainty in life, but we never expect to lose a loved one before it’s their natural time to go. Losing someone too soon is painful, and that pain may be amplified by the fact that someone else’s negligence led to their loss. The law recognizes the inherent difficulty of losing a loved […]
Bodily Injury vs Personal Injury: The Differences Explained
If you have been involved in an accident where you were injured, you are probably seeking the advice of an attorney to make sure you’re being compensated for your injury. As your case progresses, you may hear the terms bodily injury vs personal injury used. While some might use these as almost the same thing, […]
SSD vs. SSI: Do You Qualify for Both?
If you or someone you love is suffering from a disability, physical or mental, you know how it can be to get by. The US Social Security Administration has two programs that work to aid those suffering from some form of disability. While both programs work to offer assistance to those with a disability and […]
The Most Common Work Injuries in California
It doesn’t matter how safe or unlikely you think your place of employment is. When it comes to suffering an injury at work, you should always expect the unexpected. In 2020 California changed their laws reclassifying independent contractors as employees. If you suffer an injury while working your expenses must now be covered under workers’ […]
The Ultimate Guide on Finding a Lawyer for Social Security Disability
Did you know that over half of all social security disability claims are denied when they are initially filed? Common denial reasons range from refusal to follow medical treatment plans to a lack of medical evidence in your filing. The process is difficult to navigate on your own, especially since so many claims are initially denied. If […]
Auto Accidents and Property Damage: When Do You Need a Lawyer?
If you’ve been in a car accident, you know what a headache they are. Even if there are no injuries, you still may have to deal with damaged cars, property damage, and the stress of working with your insurance company. The average cost of a property damage claim after a car accident is about $4,600. […]