The Unnecessary Dangers of Working Construction
A career in the construction industry often means grueling hours and hard work. Due to the use of heavy equipment and dangerous products, the risk of accidents is also higher than in most other professions. Employers therefore need to adhere to acceptable safety standards to protect employees and the public. Safety standards will depend on
How to Legally Protect Yourself After a Work Injury
If you have recently been injured at your place of employment, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your medical expenses and lost wages. Employers are legally responsible for hazardous work conditions that affect the physical health of employees. In many personal injury cases, there is a limited time that you can file for
How Family Purpose Doctrine Affects Your Personal Injury Claim
Do you have a teenager or family member in your home that you allow to use your vehicle? You could be held legally responsible for any consequences under the Family Purpose Doctrine in Georgia. If you are a victim of a car accident, this law can help you receive the compensation and justice you deserve.
How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
Personal injury lawsuits and claims can be confusing. If you only read the headlines, it may sound as if anyone who is injured by someone else’s negligent actions can file a personal injury claim. While this is partially true, there is much more to personal injury law than simply being unnecessarily injured. If you have
Deadly Danger of Fatigued Truck Drivers
When you head out on the highway, you share the road with many commercial trucks that can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. These giant vehicles require truck drivers with specialized training and commercial licenses, but mistakes still can be made. Some of the deadliest mistakes occur when truck drivers are fatigued, which can lead
When Is a Property Owner Liable for Your Injury?
Negligence comes in many forms, from actively injuring someone in an accident to passively contributing to injuries due to poor property maintenance. Premises liability law covers negligence of property owners, both residential and commercial, that results in injury. If you are injured at a business or someone’s home, the property could be liable for your
What to Know About Punitive Damages in Alabama Personal Injury Cases
Accidents can occur at any time, leading to the need for a victim to seek legal recourse in order to recover financial losses. Injuries can completely alter the quality of a person’s life. You can find yourself unable to work or experiencing pain and suffering. One type of compensation an individual can receive is punitive
Worker’s Compensation – Are You Eligible?
Have you gotten an injury from work? Has it cost you wages and medical expenses? You may be entitled to worker’s compensation, so it’s important to understand what worker’s compensation is, how you can receive it and what needs to be done first. What is Worker’s Compensation? Worker’s Compensation, or workers comp, is defined in
Medical Risks vs. Malpractice: What Is the Difference?
You often hear of tragic medical outcomes that may leave the patient seriously injured or even take their life. While medical treatments have made incredible advancements, there are always possible complications or risks with many procedures. When a patient has a poor outcome from a medical treatment, it is not always due to errors. Certain