In truck accident cases, injury victims and their legal representation can look to many different sources for evidence: The driver’s trip logs, records from their employer, mechanical evidence, and more. Another source for recovering evidence after a truck accident is through the vehicle’s black box. The black box is a device that gathers data on…
Following a car accident, you will need to negotiate with the other driver’s auto insurance company to establish your case, prove their negligence, and recover the compensation you deserve. The process of resolving your claim may involve a conversation with an insurance adjuster. During this conversation, the insurance adjuster will try to get your account…
Receiving medical attention after a car accident serves a greater purpose than just addressing your injuries. If you file a car accident claim, your medical records will be a crucial piece of evidence in your case. An initial visit to a doctor demonstrates to the other driver’s insurance company the damage the accident caused. Do…
If you’re a parent, your biggest concern when buying your child gifts for the holidays may be finding the exact brand and color of the toy they described in their letter to Santa. Plus, you’re probably on the hunt for the best holiday sales. Amidst the holiday cheer, you may not be thinking about the…
The Importance of Health and Safety in Retail Stores When most people think of hazardous jobs, retail roles generally do not make the list. Retail workers are just as likely as any other worker to be injured at their jobs and may be equally at risk for occupational accidents as workers in traditionally “dangerous” roles….
Everybody is familiar with the dangers of distracted driving, but what about the dangers of distracted walking? It is a well-known fact that distracted driving (especially cell phone use) is a contributing factor in a multitude of severe car accidents every year. But cell phone use when walking can cause injuries too — a pedestrian…
In most industries, people who are injured on the job have the option to file a claim with their employer and their employer’s insurance company in order to recover workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is not available to all employees in the United States, including people who work in the railroad industry. Railroad workers have…
Can I Sue My Employer for Negligence Leading to My Work Accident? The reception of workers’ compensation benefits is not dependent on fault. An injured employee does not need to blame another person to qualify for benefits. In addition to the absence of “fault” under the workers’ compensation system, employees cannot sue their place of…
To recover benefits under the workers’ compensation system, an injured employee must spend a significant amount of time speaking with their employer, representatives from their employer’s insurance company, and attorneys. These processes can be complicated for the many non-native English speakers in the American workforce. Workers’ compensation bureaus throughout the United States (including the Illinois…
Truck accidents are generally more debilitating than car accidents because of the size of commercial 18-wheelers in comparison to the size of a standard car. Semi-trucks are already much larger than cars, but often carry heavy cargo as well, contributing to their weight and the difficulty of operation. The cargo of a truck presents its…
Nearly every business in the United States is required to purchase workers’ compensation insurance and provide benefits to injured employees. In addition to offering those benefits in the event of an on-the-job accident, employers must also take action to ensure their employees are educated on their rights under the workers’ compensation system. The Rights of…
Understanding Workers’ Compensation and Pre-Existing Conditions Some on-the-job injuries occur quickly, causing harm to the affected worker in a matter of seconds. Other work injuries cannot be attributed to one accident, but are the result of long term wear-and-tear that contributes to injury or illness. Sometimes, the impact of a strenuous job can aggravate a…
What is a Car Accident Police Report? Following a car accident, at least one police officer should arrive at the scene. It is their responsibility to not only assist injury victims in the aftermath of a collision, but also to file a report of the events. A car accident police report provides an account of…
At the base, personal injury cases generally involve the negligence of one party causing harm to another party. If the injured party can prove that negligence, then they may be able to recover compensation from the negligent party to pay for their medical bills and other expenses that arose as a result of the accident….
Workers’ compensation benefits help many people recover from injuries that can result from a physically-demanding job. Bone fractures, spine injuries, and muscle tears are all common conditions that prompt employees to file a workers’ compensation claim. Harm that results from a job can include more than physical harm. There are many workers who, for example,…
