If you’ve been injured in the workplace or in connection with your employment, your first financial remedy is to seek workers comp in Indiana. This form of insurance provides wage replacement and medical benefits and was set up to help workers speedily recover compensation instead of having to go through lengthy court processes.However, worker comp is not given instantly. You’ll still have to prove your claims and the employer’s liability. One of the first steps in the process is the workers comp hearing, and this article will...Continue Reading...
The term medical malpractice refers to the negligence of a doctor, nurse, hospital, or other health care professional. This type of negligence can have devastating effects on patients and their family members, so it’s important that you know your rights if you believe that someone has been negligent in providing care for you. Kentucky medical malpractice laws are designed to protect the public from negligent doctors. Here’s what you can expect from your state laws. Kentucky Medical Malpractice Statute of LimitationsKentucky...Continue Reading...
It only takes a moment of carelessness to lead to a devastating accident. Sadly, many of these situations can lead to wrongful death.If someone else's transgression results in the death of a loved one, you may want closure, as well as the funds to recover. A lawsuit can help, but the time frame for filing a claim is limited.The family or the beneficiaries of the deceased may have the right to sue, but the statute of limitation can limit the luxury of time they have to act. If you’re struggling to act in time following a wrongful death...Continue Reading...
Slip and fall injuries are some of the most common types of personal injury claims in the United States due to the sheer number of slip and fall accidents that occur on an annual basis. Many slips and fall accidents are minor and resolve themselves with little or no medical attention. However, serious injuries can result from slip and fall accidents, which can take years to recover from. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident that was not your fault, you may want to speak with a Florida slip and fall lawyer about your legal options.1)...Continue Reading...
Having an effective and comprehensive estate plan is extremely important for anyone. Estate plans help people ensure that their assets are distributed according to their wishes. Legal disputes may also be avoided with a well-executed estate plan. Estate plans need to be legal, as defined by the California Legislature, and they also need to appropriately address every person’s individual wishes. If you are ready to put an estate plan in place, you could try to study the law and do it yourself. However, hiring an estate planning attorney...Continue Reading...
Truck accidents commonly cause more damage than other smaller vehicles and can wreak havoc on the lives of everyone involved. If you have suffered extensive injuries, you’re likely to have insurmountable medical bills. Added to the fact you’ve been unable to work while in recovery, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the aftermath of the crash. Understanding best practices after any type of road accident can help you pave the way to full compensation for the losses you’ve suffered. Read on to learn more about what to do...Continue Reading...
Motorcycles are a fast and efficient means of travel in the busy state of Colorado. As of 2019, a total of 185,875 motorcycles are registered in-state, and the number continues to grow year upon year. Without a solid knowledge of the laws and legislations governing motorcycles, however, you’re vulnerable to the risk of injury or even fatality on the roads. It pays to be aware of state laws as a motorcycle owner, given they differ depending on your location, so here’s a primer on what you need to know in Colorado. What Laws Concern...Continue Reading...
We expect the officers who represent our justice system to act in accordance with the laws they defend, but unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. In certain circumstances, poor judgment, mistakes, and gross misconduct become criminal offenses committed by those who serve to prevent them. If you’ve experienced police misconduct, read on to learn what to consider before taking action.How to Prove Police Misconduct? Reporting police misconduct can be a contentious claim to some. The police are widely praised, and legitimate grievances...Continue Reading...