• Slip In The Store? Help Your Lawyer Win Compensation For Your Injuries

    Any business that welcomes you into their store has a legal responsibility to ensure your safety while visiting, so if you've slipped and been injured while shopping, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your pain and suffering. It's crucial to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer from a law firm like Clearfield & Kofsky who can effectively represent you and take care of all the paperwork, negotiations, and red tape that is sure to be a part of the legal process once your case gets underway.
    [Read More]

  • Slipped and Fell on an Algae-Covered Walkway in Front of Your Rental Unit? Here's What You Should Know

    Landlords are responsible for keeping their properties safe and free of hazards, such as walkways and/or steps that are covered with algae. Algae can easily grow on surfaces that are always shaded, which can be particularly dangerous because algae becomes extremely slippery when wet and can cause someone to fall. If you've suffered an injury from slipping and falling on a wet, algae-covered surface in front of your rental unit, here's what you need to know.
    [Read More]

  • 3 Tips For Taking Immediate Action After A Car Accident If You Suspect Whiplash

    If you were in a car accident in which you were hit by another vehicle, you may start experiencing immediate tightness, burning or pain in your neck, especially if it was jerked suddenly on impact. If so, you may have suffered whiplash. If so, use the three tips below for taking immediate action for receiving medical treatment and documenting the injury, especially if the accident was caused by the other driver.
    [Read More]

  • 4 Financial Impacts A Car Crash May Have On Hiking Enthusiasts

    The injuries that occur during a car accident often affect work and daily life, but they can also have a huge impact on any hobbies that you actively participate in. If you're a hiking enthusiast, a car crash injury may not only impact your ability to go hiking, but it could result in some financial losses. If someone else is liable for the crash car you were involved in, then an attorney can help you seek a settlement and receive compensation for the injuries.
    [Read More]

  • Expecting A Wrongful Death Settlement? How It Will Affect Your Taxes

    Taxes aren't the most enjoyable subject at the best of times, and they certainly aren't high on your priority list after you've suffered an unexpected death in the family. But if you're pursuing a wrongful death claim and expecting to receive a settlement or judgement, it's important to consider whether or not the money will have an impact on your tax situation. You don't want to be caught unawares if you're going to owe the IRS money.
    [Read More]

  • Doctors Beware: Most Common Diagnostic Mistakes That Result In Lawsuits

    If you are a doctor, you (or your employers) pay a significant amount of money for malpractice insurance each year. You often hear of horrible lawsuits where the hospital must award millions to the plaintiff, but the "it could never happen to me" attitude is a dangerous one. Because diagnostic mistakes are one of the most common reasons for medical malpractice cases, you always need to be on your guard and be aware of the most common mistakes so you can diagnose patients with care to avoid an expensive slip up.
    [Read More]

  • Is There a Way to Defeat a Mandatory Arbitration Agreement?

    Most companies are wise to the fact that if they make a mistake that causes injuries or losses to other people, they could be on the hook for thousands or even millions of dollars in damages. In an effort to minimize the cost of litigation, more and more companies are requiring customers and employees to agree to arbitration clauses that essentially eliminates a person's right to file a lawsuit against the company.
    [Read More]

  • How Does A Preexisting Injury Affect Your Personal Injury Claims?

    You might not think that an old injury from an accident years earlier could come back to haunt you. However, it could play a major role in determining the outcome of your current personal injury case. Depending on their nature, preexisting injuries could be a blessing or a curse when it comes to your case. It Could Limit Your Recoverable Damages In an effort to minimize recoverable damages, insurance companies may argue that the pain and suffering caused by an injury sustained during a current accident is actually linked to a preexisting condition.
    [Read More]

  • 4 Proactive Ways Motrocycle Accident Victims Can Manage Settlement Cases

    When you're riding a motorcycle and a crash occurs, many people assume that the motorcycle rider is at fault. This is not always the case as many times the accident occurs when other vehicles are not aware of the motorcycle on the road. A biker is exposed to more elements, creating the potential for more serious injuries. If you've been involved in a motorcycle accident as a biker, then you should seek an attorney for legal help.
    [Read More]

  • Understanding The Various Stages Of A Personal Injury Lawsuit

    When you experience a personal injury, you are already under enough stress dealing with the pain of your injuries and the mounting medical expenses. The last thing you need is to stress over the process of a personal injury lawsuit. Fortunately, understanding the various stages of a lawsuit can help alleviate stress and anxiety associated with the process. Meeting Your Lawyer The first and most important step you can take after receiving an injury and being seen by a physician is to contact a personal injury lawyer.
    [Read More]