On average, over 680,000 hit and run accidents happen each year and recent years have seen the highest number of hit and run accidents ever. Like other car accidents, a hit and run can have long-lasting impacts on you. From property damage to injuries to death in some cases, you need to know your rights […]
Author: Norin Chea
What to Do When You’re Injured at Work
No one wants to have to endure the pain and emotional distress that occurs when you are injured at work. But when you suffer a workplace injury, it’s essential to understand you have rights as an employee. What’s more, you want to take specific medical, rehabilitative, psychological, or legal steps. The steps are ones that […]
Social Security Disability: How Long Does Disability Take?
There are a variety of conditions that may qualify you for disability benefits. While many believe this process should be simple and straight forward, many applicants receive denials. In 2019 there were 2,015,182 applicants for disability, of which only 723,858 received a benefit award. How long does disability take? That depends on how many steps […]
What is Wrongful Death?
Death is never easy, but if someone else’s negligence caused your loved one’s passing, it can be even more difficult to handle. Different from a criminal case, a wrongful death claim is a civil matter. The standard of proof is lower but the emotional pain runs just as deep. Unsure of how to file a […]
Slip and Fall at Work? Here’s When to Call a Lawyer
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people in the US experience a slip and fall at work. While they don’t commonly cause fatal injuries, slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims and the most common cause of missed work days. Many of these falls are preventable if your employer follows […]
7 Motorcycle Laws You Need to Know Before Hitting the Road
Motorcycle accidents can be scary, and victims often require months of recovery. Motorcyclists are 28 more times likely to die in an accident than passengers in a car and five times more likely to suffer serious injury. Injuries can be severe including traumatic brain injury, broken bones, fractures, internal bleeding, and more. One of the […]
5 Steps to Take After a Car Accident
Studies show that the average adult driver will get in at least 3 car accidents in their lifetime. That means when you get behind the wheel, you should be prepared for the unexpected. If you do find yourself on the wrong end of the steering wheel, a car accident lawyer can help. After the dust […]
How Long Do Wrongful Death Lawsuits Take?
According to the CDC, in 2017 there were 169,936 unintentional injury deaths, 40,231 motor vehicle accident deaths, 54,795 unintentional poisoning deaths, and 36,338 unintentional fall deaths. The common factor that many of these deaths have is the potential of becoming wrongful death lawsuits. Wrongful death is a death that happens because of an act of […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Wrongful Death Case
Death is a part of life. But some else’s negligence should never cause the untimely death of a loved one. Unfortunately, too many personal injury cases ultimately become wrongful death cases. Did you know that you are entitled to compensation if your loved one was killed because of someone else’s mistake? Keep reading to learn […]
8 Factors to Consider When Choosing Wrongful Death Attorneys
Unintentional injury is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Many of these deaths are caused by the negligence of another party. If your loved one was killed because of someone else’s negligence, you may have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Choosing the right attorney can make or break your […]