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  • Thumbs Down: Why You Should Avoid Using Social Media During Your Personal Injury Case

    According to a recent Pew Internet report, approximately 7 out of 10 Americans use social media to share their thoughts, photos and feelings with one another. In an ongoing personal injury lawsuit, however, the things you post on social media could be used against you in your case. The following explains how using social media could inadvertently work against your claim, including what to specifically look out for when it comes to using social media.
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  • Worker's Comp Cases: 3 Ways to Help Cut Fees and Get the Legal Help You Need

    One of the biggest issues that arises with a worker's comp case is money. When you are out of work and struggling to get the compensation that you deserve, it can be very challenging to spend any type of extra money on different services and extra things. When you are getting legal help for your worker's comp, it's important to understand the extra costs that can come along with this. This will help you manage the extra amounts that you have to pay and allow you to get the full benefits of services without paying anything out of pocket.
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  • Slip & Fall Accidents: 3 Ways to Identify Slippery Liquids That Caused the Accident

    Slip and fall accidents are prevalent in the U.S. While some slip and fall accidents will only result in minor bruising or a bit of pain, 1 in 5 slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries like broken bones or even a head injury. If you sustained a severe injury, you are entitled to sue for compensation from the party responsible for causing the accident. This is especially true if you slipped on an unknown liquid substance.
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  • What Factors Must Be Present to Win a Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit?

    The term "slip and fall" refers to a branch of personal-injury law that handles cases of injuries that result from slipping on floors. If you were walking inside or outside of a business and fell to the ground because of something slippery, you might be able to sue the owner of the business for this. Slip-and-fall cases can be tricky in some situations, but you may be able to win your case if the following factors are present.
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  • Strengthening Your Car-Accident Injury Case: 3 Road Conditions to Photograph for Evidence

    Upon getting into a car accident, your taking photographs and collecting evidence that is needed to prove your claims can be very helpful in the event that you decide to file a legal suit for compensation or in the event that you have to defend yourself from a legal suit filed by other parties involved. On top of taking photographs of your car and the other cars involved in the accident, you should also take several photographs of the road and the conditions that resulted in the accident.
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  • Expectation Vs. Reality: Will Your Personal Injury Case Turn Out How You Expect?

    Lawsuits commonly hit the press when they have unusual circumstances or millions of dollars in settlement amounts. However, most personal injury cases are never featured in the news, and these can be unremarkable in situation and ruling. Strange cases are great for public interest, but they can also skew some people's expectations for their own personal injury cases. Sometimes, the expectation will be different from the reality.  Expectation: I can get millions from just a small accident.
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  • Daylight Savings Time Accidents: Tips For Avoiding Accidents During Early Sunsets

    Difficulties with driving at night or in low light can be a common cause of auto accidents and auto accident cases. Whether you're a new and inexperienced driver or an older driver who has become complacent behind the wheel, it's easy to lose sight of some of the tips, tricks, and driving habits that help to keep you safe in low light. This can leave you facing the potential for a car accident injury lawsuit if something should happen.
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  • Who Caused Your Motorcycle Accident -- And How Does It Affect Your Case?

    No matter how confident you feel on your motorcycle, the prospect of getting into an accident probably makes you cringe. But once it occurs, you have to know how the situation is likely to play out in court, which in turn hinges on whose fault the accident was. Here are some of the ways in which fault can impact the proceedings. When It's Your Fault Hitting a car or pedestrian with your motorcycle can be an absolute nightmare.
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  • How Can An Attorney Prove Another Driver Was On Their Phone When An Accident Occurred?

    Showing that another party is at fault for your accident will help you recover money for your medical expenses and lost wages. However, if you are able to show the other party was negligent, you may also be able to recoup punitive damages. One of the ways a party can be negligent is by talking or texting on their cell phone. However, proving they were on their phone can be challenging.
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  • Defective Brakes And Trucking Accidents: Proving Who Is At Fault

    A study in 2007 by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration showed that brake failure was the most commonly associated factor in large truck crashes. Sadly, thousands of truck accidents occur every year due to this simple mechanical failure, causing serious injuries and fatalities on American roads. Nonetheless, if a truck collides with your car due to brake failure, how do you decide who is to blame for the accident? Find out here.
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