Blog (Page 8)
Must know rules regarding public accidents before starting a business
Even if you are performing perfectly in your business, you can suddenly find yourself in trouble if you hinder your responsibilities about the visitors’ wellbeing. If you can’t provide a safe environment as the owner of the business place, the job you do, your skills and the commitment to your work are worthless. Starting a business is a sensitive matter. Both for your finances, and for the management-wise. You are liable... ❯❯❯
Can You Sue Your Employer if You Were Injured on a Construction Site?
Construction sites are inherently full of dangers. The industry has one of the highest accident rates of any field. You could fall off a building or into an open excavation. People may be electrocuted or hit by a forklift. However, not all such accidents can lead to a personal injury claim. Can you sue your employer if you were injured on a construction site? It depends on the nature of the accident and who was injured. Let’s take... ❯❯❯
Breonna Taylor’s Family’s Legal Claims Against City of Louisville Settled for $12 Million
Attorneys representing Breonna Taylor’s family have reached a $12 million agreement with the City of Louisville. Immediate family members can file wrongful death cases against parties whose negligence or intentional acts lead to a loved one’s death. Depending on several issues, such a case could settle for millions of dollars, as this one reportedly has. If you believe you have need a car wreck lawyer, read on. The... ❯❯❯
Important Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer
After being involved in an accident, securing compensation for your injuries can be quite tricky. You may need to hire a personal injury attorney to compensate for your losses. An attorney helps to represent your interests during the settlement with the insurance company. It is always advised to contact and consult your case with an attorney first. However, one should remain vigilant and keep several questions before hiring a personal... ❯❯❯
Common Areas Where Law Firm Clients Run Into Problems Over Winter
Snow on the ground might look magical but winter can be a testing time for many law firm clients. Winter is often the period when clients get into financial difficulties, and many law firms also see an uptick in divorce inquiries immediately after the new year. Read on for a list of some areas where your clients might need help around this time of year.
Royalty Free Photo
1. Debt
The average American has around $38,000... ❯❯❯
How to Become a Lawyer with a Criminal Background
Training to become a lawyer demands a lot of commitment over several years. Legal jobs are highly contested, and you will need to be extremely motivated to succeed. Aspiring lawyers who have a criminal record will likely face an uphill task. However, achieving your dreams of becoming a lawyer is not impossible. Keep reading below to find out more:
Royalty Free Photo
Can you Become a Lawyer with a Criminal Background?
Lots of people... ❯❯❯
What is and what isn’t a work injury: Learn the difference, be compensated
When a worker is injured or becomes ill on the job, in the vast majority of cases, this would qualify for workers' compensation, and the worker would be entitled to receive benefits to cover his/her medical expenses, lost wages, etc. However, there are some situations in which an incident may not qualify for workers' compensation, and in these cases, the worker won't receive any compensation and will have to bear the expenses on his... ❯❯❯
How To Protect Yourself From Sports Injuries
Prevention is better than cure, as the old saying goes. If you’re an athlete in any sport, you’ve probably wondered, at some point or another, what would happen if you were to get injured? How would this affect your performance in your sport? And what about other aspects of your life? Or maybe you’ve already experienced this pain, literally and metaphorically, and want to avoid it happening again.
Here are our top... ❯❯❯
Avoiding Aggressive Driving and Its Effects on Your Health
You’re running late and hit traffic or get caught behind a slow driver. Feelings of impatience start to grow, and you consider illegally passing a driver or following closer to get them to move over. It’s happened to the best of us on the road, though research indicates that becoming aggressive behind the wheel can put your health and safety in danger. If you or a loved one has been injured into a traffic accident, it... ❯❯❯
4 Reasons Why You Need a Car Accident Personal Injury Attorney
While it may seem tempting at first to take matters into your own hands after a car accident, hiring a personal injury attorney is bound to reap much better results. People often think that doing things by themselves saves them time and allows them to move on quicker, but the truth is that you are likely to get entangled in legal proceedings. Having a trained legal professional can often help you complete the process quicker and get you... ❯❯❯