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Are There Different Premises Liability Rules for Public Versus Private Properties?
Everyday in America, people get hurt while visiting places outside of their own home. In fact, it could be said that Florida has a particularly high number of public places where injuries can occur, as there are hundreds of thousands of hotel rooms, resorts of all sizes, world-class theme parks, and businesses of every… Read More »
Are Truck Drivers Eligible for Workers’ Compensation?
The question of whether or not a truck driver is eligible for workers’ compensation is a bit more complex question than it may seem at first glance – but generally, yes, truckers can get workers’ comp. Just like any other employee, truck drivers can get reimbursed through the workers’ compensation system for damages that… Read More »
What Is the Average Settlement Amount for a Slip and Fall?
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident, you may find yourself wondering whether or not you should sue, who you should sue, and how much would you likely be able to get if the suit was successful. These are perfectly legitimate questions that must be answered before you make a final… Read More »
Should I File a Workers’ Comp and Personal Injury Claim?
When you’ve been injured at work, you may have many questions regarding how to go about the business of healing while not losing your job or too much time from work. In this scenario, there are two types of claims that have the potential to help you: a workers’ compensation claim and/or a personal… Read More »
What to Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
When you put your parent or loved one into a nursing home, you expect that they will be properly cared for. That is what the home is there for, correct? But nursing home abuse is a significant problem in the United States, and these cases are tricky because they can be difficult to prove…. Read More »
How Do I Settle a Car Accident Claim?
Getting into a car accident is not something that can be foreseen or prepared for. It simply happens in the blink of an eye. And although it may happen in seconds, the repercussions can last a month, a year, several years, or even the rest of your life. One thing is almost certain, however,… Read More »
What Are the Most Common Injuries after Slips, Trips, and Falls?
Slips, trips, and falls can result in a number of different injuries. Among the most common are torn ligaments, tendons, and muscles; fractured or broken bones; spinal cord injuries; and traumatic brain injuries. Slips, trips, and falls can happen anywhere, at any time, to anyone. The number of situations that can lead to a… Read More »
Does Workers’ Comp Cover Personal Injury?
Your employer’s workers’ comp insurance does cover the injuries you receive on the job. However, in some situations, you may want to file a personal injury suit instead – or in addition to – of a worker’s comp claim. When you have been hurt on the job, many questions can arise. Should I file… Read More »
What Is Your Neck Injury Accident Claim Worth?
A neck injury, whether from a slip and fall or a car accident, can leave you with serious, debilitating pain. You might be unable to work, your quality of life could suffer, you may even have difficulty just living your life. The pain management, surgeries, specialists, and medications you take cost money. And when… Read More »
How to Deal with a Construction Site Accident
Working on a construction site is dangerous, and while it carries its risks, employers and job site managers are required by law to ensure a safe, healthy working environment for everyone that enters the site. Despite staying as safe as possible, you are injured on the job. Now, you may wonder what your options… Read More »
