You do everything you can to keep your loved ones safe, but is every item in your home free of defects and operating as it should? Defective products harm people every day in the United States. In fact, all it takes is a quick look at the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission’s annual report...
How Do Healthcare Providers Diagnose Traumatic Brain Injuries?
Traumatic brain injuries, more commonly referred to as TBIs, are diagnosed using various methods – and sometimes diagnostic equipment is not necessary. How a TBI is diagnosed depends on the injury that caused it, the severity of symptoms, and the provider’s expertise in the area. While most TBIs are diagnosed as “mild,” that does not...
What Should I Do If I Have Been Injured in an Out-of-State Auto Accident?
Whether you are out of state visiting friends, on vacation, or you are traveling for work, being in an auto accident can only add to the stress that comes naturally from traveling. Now, you are in an unfamiliar place, dealing with hospitals you do not know, and trying to figure out your rights so that...
Concussion in Kids: What You Need to Know
The experience a child has with a concussion is not the same as an adult. In fact, they may not even share the same symptoms. If you are a parent, it is important that you understand what a concussion is like in a child (not an adult), including the various symptoms, recovery, and when to...
What Are the Elements of a Successful Wrongful Death Claim?
When a loved one dies because of someone’s negligence or purposeful acts, surviving family members are allowed to file for compensation by suing for wrongful death. Wrongful death cases require family members to prove, using a preponderance of the evidence, that the defendant caused their loved one’s death. To do so, each element of the...
What Should You Do after Being Injured in a Hit-and-Run Accident in Washington?
No one plans for an accident, but you expect when one occurs that you will be able to exchange information with the other driver. When a driver leaves the scene, it is a hit-and-run. It is imperative you understand what that means for your case, and what actions to take so that you can still...
How Coronavirus (COVID-19) Might Affect Personal Injury Lawsuits
The recent pandemic, COVID-19, can and will affect personal injury lawsuits – especially when it comes to how quickly they can be resolved. These impacts will greatly depend on where you live in the United States. And if you live in one of the more affected areas, you may experience further delays than those in...
What You Need to Know about Brain Injury Lawsuits
Brain injury lawsuits are incredibly stressful not only for the person suffering from that injury, but their loved ones as well. The lawsuit you will use to receive compensation depends on the type of accident leading up to the injury itself. To succeed, it often requires a team of attorneys, medical professionals, and other experts...
How Will I Pay for a Funeral after a Wrongful Death?
After the wrongful death of a loved one, you may find yourself facing the insurmountable costs of a funeral. You can receive compensation for funeral and burial costs, but only if you file a wrongful death lawsuit against the at-fault party. Losing a loved one unexpectedly is not only the most difficult emotional experience you...
Can Companies Like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash Be Held Liable for a Driver’s Accidents?
Being involved in an accident with a rideshare or food delivery driver is a gray area. In some cases, you may be able to hold the company liable, while in others, it falls on the driver instead. Understanding how the law considers these cases and what it means for your injury claim is essential. Rideshare...