Winter is here. Depending on where you live, you could be dealing with snow and ice. If that's the case, you need to watch your footing. This is especially true with regard to sidewalks. City sidewalks can get quite slippery during the winter, especially if they're not kept clear. In most cases, city governments aren't responsible for clearing local sidewalks, but they are responsible for cleaning sidewalks around municipal buildings. If you slip and fall while walking on city-owned sidewalks, you need to take action right away.
8 December 2022
Knowing as much as possible about your vehicle accident case is a good idea. Your personal injury lawyer will be taking care of things like settlement negotiations but knowing something about this subject could help you when it's time to make decisions about your case. Read on and learn more. What Happens First? Once you have signed a representation agreement with a personal injury lawyer, they will inform the other driver's insurance company.
25 October 2022
When creating a will, one of the biggest concerns you might have is whether the will can be considered valid by the court and whether your wishes will be granted. When a will is crafted in the right way, it will be harder for the will to be disputed and you won't have to worry as much about the will being misinterpreted. Hiring a Lawyer The goal of a will lawyer is to assist when drafting a will.
26 September 2022
Hurt workers may be due benefits from insurance. However, some precautions are in order for those ordered to remain at home after a work injury. It can be easy to lose the benefits you need if you are not careful, so read on for some tips on what not to do when home on disability pay. Understanding Your Benefits Your employer pays a third-party workers' compensation insurer to cover their employees.
15 August 2022
Are you facing substantial prison time as a result of criminal charges? The best bet against this outcome would be to engage experienced legal help. A criminal defense lawyer's job is to protect the rights of the accused and ensure a fair trial. They do this by investigating the case, interviewing witnesses, and preparing for trial. If you have been charged with a crime, your defense lawyer's primary priority is having no conviction and securing your freedom.
24 June 2022
An important part of the puzzle when it comes to getting workers compensation after an injury or illness is a seemingly simple clause. This clause, "arising out of and in the course of employment, is actually more complex than it first sounds. To help you understand how it affects your particular case, here's what you need to know about these two factors. What Does Arising Out of Employment Mean? Workers compensation covers accidents, injuries, and some illnesses that happen due to your employment.
16 May 2022
Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) does not mean you're guilty; instead, it could be that the police officer suspected that you were not sober when behind the wheel. And in this case, they may want to first confirm that before allowing you to continue driving. Unfortunately, the officers might make several mistakes during the process, accusing you of a crime you never committed. An experienced DUI attorney can file a lawsuit to prevent the police from pressing charges against you for a crime you never committed.
19 April 2022
Your life can be ruined by a negligent individual who hits you and flees from the collision scene. Most runaway drivers do so because they're intoxicated, driving without a valid license, or have stolen a vehicle and don't want to get caught. If you suffer injuries because of this type of crash, a lawyer can help you get reimbursed. Here's why you need to contact a car accident lawyer. Ensuring Claims are Accepted
4 March 2022
If you are suffering from a mental disorder and you are having a difficult time remaining employed, you might not realize that you qualify for SSDI benefits. The SSA Blue Book, which is a list of disorders that qualify patients for SSDI benefits, lists several mental disorders as qualifying conditions. The best way to find out is to schedule a consultation with a Social Security disability attorney. Mental Disorders That Qualify You for SSDI Benefits
17 January 2022
If a commercial truck has a blowout, this can have a devastating effect that is likely to cause serious accidents and injuries due to its size and weight. To receive compensation for your injuries after you collide with a truck that has experienced a blowout, you will need to determine why this occurred. The Installation of the Tire To seek compensation for your injuries, you will need to determine why the blowout occurred in the first place.
2 December 2021