Utah has its fair share of trucks and semi-trucks that are bringing in goods or passing through to other states. The trucking industry plays a big role in steering the economy, but trucks are also among the top causes of severe injuries and fatalities on the roads. As such, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has enacted several laws for trucking drivers and their employers to maintain order and safety. If you’re a truck driver, understanding these laws will guarantee both your and other road users’ safety.For...Continue Reading...
Georgia drivers are required to carry a minimum amount of car insurance coverage to legally drive. But car insurance laws go beyond stating the types and amounts of auto insurance coverage you carry. Understanding how Georgia’s car insurance laws work can help you if you are ever involved in a car accident. That way, the process may not be so overwhelming. Your Atlanta car accident lawyer will be by your side throughout the claims process when you have further questions or concerns. Continue reading to learn more about...Continue Reading...
No one is ever prepared for the untimely death of a loved one. Not only will you experience grief over your loss, your family may face many additional unforeseen struggles due to their passing. You should be able to mourn without financial worry. The at-fault party should compensate your family for the pain and devastation they’ve caused. A Sacramento wrongful death lawyer could help you through this challenging time in your life.Below, we describe in further detail what a wrongful death claim is and how to go about filing...Continue Reading...
Employers are responsible for creating and maintaining appropriate workplace standards. These uniform personnel policies should guide employee behavior while giving the employee actionable tools for certain situations. When these standardized practices are applied consistently to all employees, it can reduce the risk of liability to the employer. A business transaction attorney can help your company navigate the web of complex laws that guide employer-employee relations.Creating an employee handbook may be the most efficient way for an employer...Continue Reading...
People who have experienced the horrors of sexual abuse are left feeling depressed, anxious, detached, and empty. The recovery process can be a long and exhausting one, but when survivors begin to rebuild their lives, they ignite a path to empowered.Many sexual abuse survivors find a sense of healing in being able to bring their abuser to justice. If you or someone you love has been victimized, you may be feeling as though you’re ready to stand up and fight to hold your abuser accountable. One of the best ways you could accomplish this...Continue Reading...
Accidents involving commercial trucks are often catastrophic. This is in part because no vehicle can compete with the enormous size of an 18-wheeler. When you’ve been injured in a trucking accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation. But in order to maximize your injury claim, your lawyer will need to ensure all parties who have contributed to your injuries are held accountable. And when federal trucking law violations have occurred, you may have grounds for a lawsuit against more than just the truck driver. Continue...Continue Reading...
Everyone knows accidents happen every day. In every industry, no one is above making a mistake. But in the healthcare industry, when a mistake is made, it can cost someone their life. Medical malpractice is more common than you might think. So common that the majority of healthcare providers are protected by malpractice insurance. Unfortunately, the insurance company doesn’t care about the needs of the injury victim, and often the amount they are willing to settle for is far less than a victim deserves. If this sounds like what you’re...Continue Reading...
After you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident in Colorado, you may be unsure of what to do next. When someone else is responsible for causing your accident, you may have grounds for a civil claim against them. This would allow you to obtain the compensation you need to get through the difficult time in your life. Understanding how the state’s motorcycle laws work could help you to better prepare for the claims process and help you feel more confident in your decision to move forward with your lawsuit. Below, we go into further...Continue Reading...
