Can I Collect Workers’ Comp if I Work from Home?
Telecommuting, also known as working remotely, has become more commonplace. Depending on what your industry is, it may be easier for employees to work from home rather than commute to an office every day. In some cases, telecommuting can increase productivity and cut down on the expenses of operating a fully-functional commercial office space. Telecommuting […]
Personal Injury vs. Workers’ Compensation
The lines can become blurred between personal injury cases and worker’s compensation claims. It isn’t uncommon for injuries to happen during work hours, but what factors should you take into consideration before filing a claim? Some people think personal injury and workers’ compensation claims are synonymous. In reality, there are a few significant differences. In […]
How Truck Accidents Are Different from Car Accidents
The average car weighs around 3,000 pounds. A semi-truck can weigh anywhere from 10,000 to 80,000 pounds. A truck accident can, therefore, cause extreme damage and injuries. Truck accidents differ from car crashes in many ways, and distracted, drowsy, or negligent truck drivers put motorists at risk every single day. Here are some factors that […]
Common Types of Personal Injury Compensation
A personal injury case can be complex and require time and patience. As a plaintiff seeking personal injury compensation, you may seek what in legal terms is called “damages”. These can include compensation for injuries, property damage, or any loss resulting from an injury caused by someone else’s negligence or harmful intent. There are several […]
11 Common Questions About Personal Injury
The aftermath of an accident is an uncertain time. Aside from dealing with injuries and expenses, one must figure out how to file a claim. A personal injury attorney’s job is to help win your case, but the legal process discourages many people. Here are answers to several questions to help get the most out […]
What Are Pain and Suffering Damages?
Many people know enough to associate pain and suffering with personal injury claims and lawsuits. However, the legal perspective applied by an accident attorney differentiates physical from mental pain and suffering. The way an attorney approaches this legal concept affects how injury-related insurance claims and lawsuits are calculated. The two types are defined as follows: […]
Evidence Needed to Prove a Wrongful Death Claim
If someone else’s negligence resulted in a loved one’s death, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim for monetary damages against a defendant. The plaintiff can be a spouse, partner, or close family member or heir of the deceased. A civil claim, a wrongful death lawsuit requires proving the named person or group […]
Should You Always Call the Police After a Crash?
Contacting the police should be one of the first things you do after a crash. The information gathered is critical for an insurance claim or case set up by an accident attorney. But a police presence isn’t the only key to a successful car accident injury claim. There are many reasons to contact the authorities, […]
Why You Shouldn’t Delay Medical Care After a Crash
Car accidents cause some of the most severe injuries, including deep cuts, broken bones, and burns as well as spinal trauma and traumatic brain injuries. Individuals who look severely injured are more likely to receive emergency treatment. However, not every injury appears to be as bad as it is. People may therefore delay medical treatment, […]
Can I Get Disability Benefits After a Car Accident?
A car accident can leave you with physical injuries such as fractured bones, soft tissue injuries, and brain injuries, as well as psychological trauma that manifests as anxiety or depression. If an injury prevents you from working, you may struggle paying the bills and daily expenses, let alone for medical care. Disability benefits through the […]