Accidents caused by the operators of large trucks, big rigs, and tractor-trailers are unfortunately an all-too-common occurrence across the country today. These accidents sometimes occur when truck drivers exceed the speed limit on highways and other roadways, engage in reckless driving, or otherwise violate the rules of the road and/or…
Year: 2020
When you visit your loved one at a nursing home or talk to them on the phone, you are often grateful when they communicate with you. Not every senior at a skilled nursing facility has that capacity as they struggle with the effects of cognitive decline, meaning they often cannot…
Whenever the operator of a large truck, big rig, or tractor-trailer causes a collision with a smaller vehicle, the driver and occupants of the smaller vehicle are usually on the short end of the stick. In general, these individuals suffer more serious injuries and damages, especially if the collision occurs…
Construction workers often have to work around dangerous pieces of machinery and equipment, including atop scaffolding or ladders. They also have to use dangerous tools regularly, including jackhammers, drills, and saws, all of which can malfunction and lead to worker injuries. Injuries sustained in a construction accident can also be…
When you or a loved one suffers a brain injury in an accident, it can have both a short and long-term impact on life. Not only will the injury affect your ability to work, but it will also keep the injured person from living and enjoying their life. Some of…
Healthcare providers, including doctors, owe their patients a very high duty of care. They are supposed to perform all medical procedures correctly and reasonably under the circumstances and with your best interest forefront in their mind. They are also responsible for properly diagnosing their patients’ conditions and prescribing the appropriate…
Elder abuse is a major issue both at nursing homes and in general. Seniors living on their own and in group settings are more vulnerable to abuse for many reasons. There are estimates that one in every 10 seniors is a victim of elder abuse. However, much of the abuse…
After sustaining an injury in an accident, you may hesitate at first to hire an attorney. As you will see below, this is the absolute last thing that you should do because you need an attorney for a personal injury claim. There are no two ways about it because hiring…
Medical negligence and medical malpractice occur when healthcare providers, including doctors and nurses, make serious medical mistakes and omissions while treating their patients or performing various medical procedures. Doctors and other healthcare providers owe their patients a duty of reasonable care under the circumstances, meaning that they are responsible for performing…
Back injuries can be excruciatingly painful and can require significant and prolonged medical treatment and rehabilitation, with, in some cases, only partial recovery being the only reachable goal. A person who suffers a back injury in an accident may have to undergo multiple surgeries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. Also, some…