Ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft have changed transportation all across the United States. In a Bloomberg report earlier this year, it was noted that ride-sharing companies account for 71% of ground business travel countrywide, with taxis holding on to only...
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What Is Medical Malpractice?
The motto of all healthcare professional is "do no harm", but despite this, medical errors still occur. According to the Medical Malpractice Center, there are up to 19,000 medical malpractice claims in the United States every year. Malpractice can come in many...
Pain and Suffering in Personal Injury Cases
Injuries are an unfortunate result of many accidents. Broken bones, lacerations, and internal damage can happen during nasty falls or serious car accidents. If these injuries are someone else's fault, you'll be entitled to compensation for your pain and suffering. The...
Injuries In Public Places: Who Bears Responsibility?
Property owners generally understand that they're responsible for maintaining their own residence. It's on the homeowner to make sure walkways are cleared of debris and trees are kept out of neighbor's yards. If someone gets hurt on your property because of your...
Car, Truck, and Motorcycle Accidents
The perils we face when behind the wheel are well-known to drivers of all vehicle types. Whether you're in a sports car, pickup truck, or motorcycle, the rules of the road (and common sense) must be followed to avoid accidents. Operating a vehicle is dangerous....
Slip and Falls on Icy Roads and Walkways
February is one of the coldest months of the year and with it comes snow, ice, and other nasty weather that can make outdoor trips treacherous. Slip and fall accidents (obviously) increase this time of year and business owners have an obligation to keep walkways and...
Medical Liens in Personal Injury Cases
Medical bills can quickly start to pile up immediately after an accident, and a personal injury case can take months or sometimes even years to resolve. As a result, many personal injury victims are left wondering what to do about their medical bills while they wait...
Who Has the Burden of Proof in a Car Accident Case?
Most people are familiar with the phrase "innocent until proven guilty," which means a criminal defendant is presumed innocent until the prosecution has proved otherwise. In criminal cases, the burden of proof falls on the prosecution. But, what about in personal...
Benefits of A Spoliation of Evidence Letter After A Truck Accident
It's important to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible anytime you think that you've been injured due to the negligent acts of another person. Getting in touch with an attorney right away is especially important in the event that you are injured in a...
Common Types of Truck Accidents
Nearly 4,000 people were killed in truck accidents in 2015 and thousands more were injured. How can you protect yourself? It's hard to avoid driving near trucks since there are thousands of them on the road at any given moment. But, drivers can protect themselves by...