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- What Is Premises Liability?
Nov 8, 2017
“Premises liability” refers to the legal responsibility of property owners to ensure that their property (premises) is safe for visitors. When a site visitor suffers an injury in an accident caused by an unsafe condition on the property, the results could be catastrophic: significant medical bills and rehabilitation expenses, lost wages due to missed time from work, and severe pain and suffering. Moreover, unless the property owner takes steps to fix the unsafe condition, more...Read More - What Is the Statute of Limitations for Filing a Personal Injury Claim?
Nov 1, 2017
If you were hurt in a car crash, or seriously injured in a slip & fall accident, you may be able to seek compensation by filing a personal injury claim. However, it is important to keep in mind that you will have a limited amount of time in which to file your claim and seek damages. If you fail to file your personal injury claim before the statute of limitations expires, you could lose the...Read More - 3 Tips for Shopping for a Safe Car
Oct 25, 2017
You decide that you want a safer car to drive, or maybe your child is ready to get behind the wheel, and you want them to learn to drive in a safe car. But what exactly makes a car safe? If you are looking to shop for a safe car, consider these three tips during your search. Big cars are usually safer than small cars When looking for a safe car, make sure to remember...Read More - Learn More About Small Claims Court
Oct 18, 2017
Small claims court is a more unique, simple court, for those looking to file for smaller claims. Personal injury claims, for example, are cases that are normally dealt with in a larger court, as there are large amounts of money at stake, in addition to lawyers and their fees. Small claims court, on the other hand, is typically for cases under $5,000, and attorneys are not allowed. So, when is it a good option to...Read More - Top 2 Causes of Escalator Accidents
Oct 11, 2017
Escalators are normally not thought of as a dangerous way of transportation, though there are times where escalators can actually be very dangerous, and sometimes deadly. The reason being is that many escalators go upwards or downwards, either to or from a higher floor. At times, the person riding the escalator may be very high above the ground, and falling off could lead to a serious injury, if not death. Here are the top two...Read More - Top 4 Tips for Preparing for Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
Oct 4, 2017
You know who’s at fault, and you know it is not you. While that is great, there must be evidence to support it, and there is likely a lot you can do to prepare for your personal injury lawsuit. If have been injured lately, and are suing, keep these three tips in mind when preparing for your personal injury lawsuit. Know the time limit The Statue of Limitations states that there is a certain amount...Read More - 4 Normally Safe Drugs That Can Be Dangerous for Pregnant Women
Sep 28, 2017
Drugs are built with a variety of body types and situations in mind. In many cases, many drugs are generally safe for people across the board. However, a demographic that is often sitting on the dangerous side of drugs is that of pregnant women. While many drugs are deemed safe across the board, pregnant women are often not taken into account. Of course, since there could be no warning, pregnant women will often take these...Read More - Watch Out for Defective Equipment at the Gym
Sep 22, 2017
Few things are as important as keeping up with good physical health. Working out at a gym promotes and encourages a bright, healthy lifestyle. Millions of Americans take advantage of gyms to provide a wide array of training equipment they wouldn’t normally have access to. However, it is up to the gym management and staff to ensure clean, hygienic, and overall safe place to work out. Considering how many people use the gym equipment and...Read More - How to Ensure Your Smoke Detectors Are Working
Sep 13, 2017
There are certain objects in the house that people rely on but hope they never have to use. First aid kits, fire extinguishers, security alarms, smoke detectors and more could all help prevent a variety of accidents. While these products are safety staples everyone should own, many overlook the benefits or the need to test such objects. The last thing anyone wants is for a major safety precaution device to fail on them in the...Read More - The Benefits of Physical Therapy After an Accident
Sep 6, 2017
Getting into an accident of any kind can happen in seconds. But the repercussions from accidents can follow victims long after the accident has occurred. Injuries resulting from events like whiplash, bone fractures, twists, sprains and more can make it difficult to carry out common tasks. While the first call after an incident resulting in serious injuries, such as a motor vehicle accident , is often 911, an often overlooked step is speaking to a physical...Read More