Personal Injury Articles

In an event of death caused by the negligence of a driver in a road accident an injured person or his family, can make a claim against the wrongdoer. As […]

Truck accidents take place due to many reasons from the fault of truck drivers to the maintenance issue of the truck itself. Road conditions and other drivers’ driving behavior is […]

A professor of medicine at the University of Toronto Still, study co-author Dr. Donald A. Redelmeier, is not recommending that people start stressing out over this.  After looking at the […]

Defective Medical Device Recalls  When a medical device is either defective, a health risk, or both defective and a health risk, the manufacturer must “recall” the product by taking action […]

When Can I Bring a Pharmaceutical Lawsuit? A claimant can bring a pharmaceutical lawsuit after suffering injuries from taking a drug. The statute of limitations is the time limit a […]

What is Workers’ Compensation?  Workers’ compensation provides monetary benefits and medical care to employees who become ill or sustain an injury at work. Employees may be entitled to benefits such […]

Common Motor Vehicle Accident Causes While many motor vehicle accidents are minor, over 38,000 people are killed annually from fatal road crashes, and millions get injured seriously where they require […]

Motorcycle Accident Statistics  According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in 2017, there were 5,172 fatal motorcycle accidents and 89,000 people injured in motorcycle accidents. The NHTSA estimates […]

Bicycle Accidents Bicycle Accident Statistics Risks of Bicycle Riding  Bicycles traveling on roadways by law have the same responsibilities and rights and face the same risks as motor vehicles. The […]

Lyft Driver Injured in Ridesharing Accident  Lyft provides insurance on behalf of their drivers, in addition to the driver’s primary insurance. Lyft’s insurance coverage depends on what stage of a […]

The effects of Covid-19 on our country have been staggering; between the tragic loss of life, the overwhelming rise in unemployment rates, the volatility of the market and economy as […]

What are Ridesharing Services?  Ridesharing services arrange one-time short notice transportation. Rides are arranged and paid for through a mobile app. Prices are predetermined based on the distance, traffic, demand, […]

Jet Ski Accidents Personal watercrafts such as Jet Skis are excellent for water sports and friendly competition on the water. However, in the hands of an inexperienced or intoxicated rider, […]

Examples of Medical Malpractice Medical malpractice cases can occur during a regular office appointment, surgery, or even through a prescribed medication picked up at your local pharmacy. Hospitals can be […]

What is Medical Malpractice?  Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional, such as a doctor, nurse or even a dentist, fails to adequately perform his or her medical duties, which […]

Traumatic Brain Injuries According to a report released by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) in 2011, brain injuries rank second in the leading causes of death resulting from boating […]

Defective Firearm Lawsuits Accidental gun deaths in the United States decreased by 43% from 2001 to 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Web-based Injury Statistics […]

Defective Products In order to successfully litigate a product liability lawsuit, the law requires the existence of a defective product. While this may seem obvious, what is considered “defective” in […]

What are Product Liability Lawsuits?  Products liability is the idea that manufacturers, processors, and sellers of products are responsible for an individual’s physical injury or property damage caused by using […]

Texas Women Injured by Defective Special Edition Sig Sauer P938 Handgun In April 2020, a woman in Texas purchased a Sig Sauer P938 9mm special edition pistol. Only a few […]

Car accident lawsuits are not limited to just the drivers involved in an accident. Other passengers and pedestrians may also have a claim if they are involved in a car […]

Types of Personal Injury Damages Compensatory Damages Compensatory damages are available in almost all personal injury lawsuits. Their purpose is to reimburse or compensate the injured for the damage they […]

Wrongful Death Lawsuits Wrongful death lawsuits arise when someone dies as a result of a defendant’s wrongful actions, whether intentional or negligent. Wrongful death lawsuits can vary dramatically as they […]

Motorcycle Accidents Motorcycle accidents are unfortunately extremely common in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists accounted for nearly 14 percent of all traffic […]

Types of Lawsuits in Electrocution Injury Cases The four types of electrocution injury lawsuits commonly due to electric shocks caused by negligence are: 1. Product Liability Lawsuits These lawsuits are […]

What is an Electric Shock? An electric shock occurs when there is direct contact between a person and a source of electricity, which results in an electric current passing through […]

About Aviation Accidents, Injuries, and Lawsuits Most people associate aviation accidents with plane crashes, which is understandable as these tragic incidents generally receive public attention. Planes do not often crash, […]

What is a Traumatic Brain Injury? A traumatic brain injury refers to damage to brain tissue typically resulting from a blow, jolt, or penetrating head injury. In cases other than […]

8 Common Causes of Accidents on Construction Sites  With construction workers reporting injuries daily, construction sites are considered one of the most unsafe workplaces in the country. Even though there […]

California Labor Unions All employees, by law, are entitled to receive compensation for medical bills and lost wages if they become injured or ill at their workplace. Union workers, however, […]

California Home Care Services Often those who are suffering through an illness or injury elect to be cared for and treated from home. There are several service agencies throughout California […]

Medical Resources in California   Leading California Medical Facilities UCSF Medical Center UCSF Medical Center, located in San Francisco, California, is known for its highly specialized and innovative care within the […]

What Is the Cause of Most Boating Accidents?  Though the exact details and contributing factors of individual boating accidents are unique, there are various causes which are common amongst boat […]

Aviation Accident and Injury Lawsuits  If a person is injured or killed in an airplane accident, a lawsuit to recover damages may be brought against those who are responsible for […]

Common Trucks Involved in Truck Accident Lawsuits A truck is a large vehicle used to carry and transport freight. Trucks come in a variety of different shapes and sizes and […]

What is Popcorn Lung? “Popcorn lung,” also known as Bronchiolitis Obliterans, is a serious condition of the lungs in which the smallest airways, the bronchioles, are affected. The condition causes […]

What is a Juul? A Juul is an electronic cigarette created in 2015 by San Francisco based e-cigarette company Juul Labs. It was developed as a battery-operated alternative to conventional […]

Step 1: Safety After impact, your initial concern should be the physical safety and welfare of everyone involved. Take a look around and ask yourself:   Was Anyone Injured in the […]

Wrongful Death Lawsuit Defined A wrongful death lawsuit is a legal action seeking compensation for harm resulting from a death caused by the negligence of another. Although the distinction often […]

What is a Wrongful Death Lawsuit? A wrongful death lawsuit is a legal action seeking compensation for damages resulting from the death of a spouse or family member, caused by […]

About Wrongful Death Lawsuits A wrongful death lawsuit is a type of legal action that seeks damages for a death resulting from the careless or intentionally harmful actions of another. […]

Some of the most common types of car accidents can be categorized into the following classifications: High Speed Collisions High speed collisions occur when cars in motion strike or hit […]

The Lawsuit Marks the Popular Vape Manufacturer’s First Legal Battle in the State of Georgia Originally published by Businesswire April 21, 2020 12:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, personal […]

Does Premises Liability Law Differ Between States? Premises liability laws vary from state to state. In some states, such as Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Texas, premises liability laws focus on […]

The accidents and injuries that can push a plaintiff towards a personal injury lawsuit are wide and varied. Common examples are car accidents, workplace accidents, medical malpractice, and defective drug […]

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