After suffering a workplace accident, an employee can file a workers’ compensation claim to obtain valuable benefits that will cover the costs of their medical treatment as well as provide them with a replacement income while they are recovering. However, while most workers are familiar with workers’ compensation in general, few know how the process actually works. Read on to learn more about the workers’ compensation process in Camden County.The InjuryThe first thing to happen in any workers’ comp claim is that an employee...Continue Reading...
To help you with your motorcycle accident case and gear you up for the legal journey ahead, Clermont motorcycle accident attorneys at MANGAL, PLLC discuss six factors that can affect the compensation you could expect from your claim.Here are the six factors that can affect the compensation for motorcycle accident cases.Driving without a Valid LicenseWearing a HelmetSpeeding UnlawfullyDriving under the InfluenceDriving Law Violation HistoryDriving RecklesslyExperienced Clermont motorcycle accident attorneys at MANGAL, PLLC discuss six...Continue Reading...
When you think of workers comp benefits, you may think of traumatic injuries, heavy machinery, and the loss of use of body parts. Workers comp benefits do often cover these types of traumatic injuries. But what about work illnesses? Luckily, your workers comp also covers many work illnesses you may suffer on the job. If you’re sick and believe it’s because of your employment, you may have grounds for workers compensation. Talk to a work comp lawyer if you’ve suffered any of the following illnesses, among others. MesotheliomaIn...Continue Reading...
When you file a workers’ compensation claim in California, you usually receive a decision about whether your claim was accepted within 90 days. Lack of response within 90 days counts as the claim being accepted. If your claim is denied, the Division of Workers’ Compensation will notify you of this decision no more than 90 days after you file form DWC-1. As disappointing as it may be to see your claim denied, it does not automatically mean that your only options for paying your medical bills are to borrow money or try your hand at crowdfunding....Continue Reading...
When you’re harmed by someone else’s carelessness, it’s already tough enough to get compensation for your injuries. The responsible party won’t want to give you the full amount you need for your claim, which means you might need to take your claim to court. That’s even worse if the driver who hit you is uninsured, or if their insurance won’t cover the costs of your injuries. If you’re hit by an uninsured or underinsured driver, it can feel almost impossible to recover your compensation. While...Continue Reading...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 5 individuals bitten by a dog will require medical care. Regrettably, even small dog bites can result in medical concerns that could require expensive medical treatments and have a negative impact on the victim’s life. Unbeknownst to many, dog bites can not only cause pain and injury; many bites often spread germs that result in serious infections. Common Injuries Resulting From Dog BitesWhen filing a personal injury claim for a dog bite, it is important...Continue Reading...
After a serious injury, you might already have thought about the value of your economic damages. You’ll need compensation for the bills that are coming in that someone else caused. However, getting your full compensation isn’t as simple as getting the financial losses covered. Your non-economic damages are just as important to calculate. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to understand these types of damages and get the full compensation you need. Your pain and suffering compensation should be a part of your claim, but if you don’t...Continue Reading...
Criminal injury law provides a way for an injured party to be compensated after another party’s negligence or act caused harm to the plaintiff.Although there are many ways that responsibility for the harm can be proven, there are also a multitude of ways that the injury can happen.In this article, we’ll list some of the most common types of claims, and some examples of each.Auto accident injuriesInjury claims that involve automobile accidents are common. In 2015, injuries from automobile accidents were the second leading cause of emergency...Continue Reading...