Motorcycle accidents share many characteristics with car accidents, but there are some notable differences.
Just like with a car accident, proving negligence on the part of the other driver is the key to winning a suit. However, in a motorcycle accident lawsuit, the attorney and the courts will also need to consider the added risks of riding a motorcycle. These risks include:
Less stability on a motorcycle than in a car.
Increased vulnerability to road hazards ranging from poor drivers, road debris, construction zone risks and so forth.
Much less protection between the motorcycle rider and the road than car…
When a child is injured due to someone else’s negligence, there is the possibility that a lawsuit can be brought to seek compensation for those injuries. It is important to understand that when seeking damages on behalf of a child, there are some significant differences.
The leading cause of injuries to a child is auto accidents, pedestrian accidents and bicycle collisions. There has also been a dramatic upswing in accidents involving the use of electronic devices. As you might guess, under these circumstances, children are not mature enough to know how to look out for their own interests.
There are…
If you need to hire a personal injury attorney, here are four things to focus on to help you make this important decision.
Success rate – Not only should you be concerned about a personal injury lawyer’s experience; you should focus on their success rate as well. And it’s not enough to just win a case; you’ll also want to know about the amount of settlement compensation, making sure you retain a lawyer who is skilled in getting you as much financial compensation as possible.
Reputation – A lawyer who is well-known in the legal community, and who has a…
If you sustain an injury at work, there are several things you must do to protect yourself and preserve your rights. In general, workers’ compensation will provide you with the medical benefits you need to recover from your injury as well as partially replace some of the wages that you may lose while you recover.
If the injury was due to negligence by your employer or a third party, you will need to retain an attorney to help you seek pain, suffering, and punitive damages.
If you are injured at work, take these steps:
If you are in need of…
In many cases, when a head injury takes place, the trauma will be noticeable and immediate requiring prompt medical care.
However, the brain is a complex and a high-level functioning organ and sometimes after an accident or a lesser traumatic brain injury, symptoms may not be immediate and readily apparent. Still, vigilant family members, co-workers and others should be on the look-out for things such as:
Dizziness
Difficulty in walking or maintaining balance
Impaired and blurred vision
Mood swings
Difficulty speaking
Frustration and anger
Memory loss
Depression
Ringing in the ears
Sensitivity to noise
The lack of ability to concentrate…
