Types of Workplace Injuries
Types of Workplace InjuriesAccording to OSHA statistics, 2.8 of every 100 workers in the U.S. suffered a workplace injury or accident in 2017, and 14 workers died each day that year from fatal workplace accidents. While these numbers have vastly improved over the last few decades, the numbers show that both business owners and…
Insurance Companies In A Wrongful Death Claim
Insurance Companies In A Wrongful Death ClaimWhen a loved one is killed in a vehicle accident, the impact to your family can be devastating. Along with losing emotional support and daily companionship, there is likely a loss of income. As a result, it is crucial to make sure you and your family are aware…
Importance of Hiring a Lawyer for a Dog Bite Case
Importance of Hiring a Lawyer for a Dog Bite CaseSuffering a dog attack can be a traumatizing experience. While most dogs are friendly and playful, some dogs can just be plain right nasty. When they attack, it can result in life-long scarring or other serious injuries. It’s important that you ensure your legal rights…
What To Do if You’re Involved in a Train Accident
When a railroad is transporting passengers, certain legal duties arise. The railroad is what’s known as a common carrier, so a high degree of care must be used. Still, a train accident might occur. It might be be the result of a derailment, a collision with a motor vehicle, a collision with another train…
Common Causes of Swimming Pool Accidents
Common Causes of Swimming Pool AccidentsWhen people think of swimming pools, they think of relaxation and enjoyment. However, combining water with concrete can be a recipe for disaster. Accidents are prone to happen, and so often do. For children between the ages of one and 14, drowning is the second leading cause of death….
Determining Liability in a Construction Accident
Determining Liability in a Construction AccidentConstruction sites are filled with hazards. If you work in construction, your employer must do all that is necessary to mitigate the dangers at the site. This includes carrying out a full risk assessment, taking measures to mitigate them, providing the right safety training, and giving you the personal…
Rules Of The Road For Bicyclists
While riding a bicycle can be fun and a great way to stay in shape, it can also be dangerous when done around cars, trucks, and other vehicles. To make sure you stay safe, it is always good to have a thorough understanding of the rules of the road as they pertain to bicyclists….
The Importance of Hiring a Boating Accident Lawyer
A great day on the water can turn into a tragedy in an instant. Accidents might occur with jet skis, small boats or yachts. Those accidents might result from activities like unsafe operation, swimming, tubing or water skiing. Even passengers inside of a boat can be seriously injured. In the context of recreational boating…
Determining Your Case Value in a Spinal Cord Injury Claim
A lawsuit involving a spinal cord injury is quite different than other types of personal injury claims. According to our personal injury lawyer Los Angeles, that’s because of the permanent lifetime effects that many spinal cord injuries have on victims. If you suffered a spinal cord injury in or around Los Angeles that was…
What You Should Do If You Were Involved in an Uber/Lyft Accident
When you’re a passenger in an Uber or Lyft vehicle, you must trust your safety to a driver you don’t know. While your driver may be experienced and cautious, an accident can happen at any time and it’s important to know how to react. Assess the SceneImmediately after you assess your own condition, you…