According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), fatal car crashes are one of the major causes of death among teenagers in the country. In fact, an average of 6 teens die from a car accident every day. Why are they at a greater risk for motor vehicle crashes than any other age group? There are several reasons…
Employers have an obligation to their employees to maintain a safe workplace that helps prevent injuries and improves productivity as well as morale. This includes keeping floors and surfaces clean, removing dust, and organizing clutter, among other housekeeping details. Such maintenance is not only good for the employee, but beneficial to the employer, as it allows first-time visitors to develop…
In order for a truck accident victim recover compensation through a personal injury lawsuit, he or she needs to present evidence to prove that the truck driver’s or trucking company’s negligence caused the victim’s injury. Negligent acts include driver error, improper maintenance, and negligent hiring or supervision of truck drivers. The following pieces of evidence can be used to prove negligence in a truck…
If you plan on filing a personal injury lawsuit or for workers’ compensation benefits, one of the most important steps in your case is obtaining Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI). The definition of MMI is “a condition or state which is well-stabilized and unlikely to change substantially in the following year, with or without medical treatment.” As soon as a doctor determines that a patient’s MMI…
If you suffered an injury in a truck accident due to the negligent and reckless actions of a commercial trucker, recovering financial compensation is much different compared from the process of car accident claims. In addition, there are various contributing factors in a car accident which are not applicable in a truck crash. The following are the three main differences between truck and car…
If you plan on taking a road trip with your family or friends this summer, it is imperative to take every safety precaution into consideration before embarking on your journey. Accidents and injuries can easily take the joy away from your upcoming trip. Fortunately, many accidents can be avoided. The following are several tips to have an accident- and injury-free excursion. Prepare Your Vehicle…
Immediately after a car crash, you may feel inclined to say “I’m sorry” even if it wasn’t your fault or “I’m fine” after suffering a minor injury. Unfortunately, these phrases can actually do more harm than good. Apologizing after an accident could be interpreted as an admission of guilt and used against you. Even if you think that may be at…
If you are interested in filing for workers’ compensation after suffering an injury or illness on the job, you must understand that many workers are denied benefits every day. Employers and their insurance providers are only looking out for the best interest of the company, often denying as many claims as possible to avoid having to award significant payouts. Knowing the potential pitfalls of…