The complexity of your case determines if you can handle it without a lawyer or not If you’ve been hurt at work, hopefully you already know you can file a workers’ compensation claim to get medical treatment and other benefits. But chances are you have plenty of questions about the process. One of the biggest…

Learn about the key factors you need to present a strong claim for maximum compensation When it comes to a personal injury accident, there is often significant pain and suffering involved. In addition to the pain and trauma of the initial injury, you may also have to endure a long and painful recovery period. You…

A blood test can replace CT scans for diagnosing mild traumatic brain injures such as concussions Marketing of the first blood test for use in diagnosing mild traumatic brain injuries, aka concussions, has recently been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. This test, called the Banyan Brain Trauma Indicator, will allow doctors to…

If workplace exposure to benzene has made you sick, you may deserve compensation Numerous health and safety organizations, including the WHO, the CDC, and OSHA, have identified benzene as a major public health concern. While there are plenty of ways to be exposed to benzene in the course of daily life, workplace benzene exposure is…

Learn about factors that can help determine fault in a parking lot accident Parking lots can be busy, cramped, and confusing—all of which make them prime locations for car accidents. Although many parking lot accidents are low-speed accidents that do not cause overly serious injuries, in larger parking lots speed limits are often ignored. Cars…

Learn how depositions will be handled as part of your personal injury case If you are pursuing any kind of personal injury claim, you need to be prepared to go to trial. Preparing for trial will involve depositions. Here’s what you need to know about depositions. What is a Deposition? A deposition is sworn testimony…

Learn what types of evidence can be used to prove sexual harassment occurred Sexual harassment can occur in plain view of your coworkers or behind closed doors with only the perpetrator present. If you’ve experienced the closed-door type of harassment, you may wonder how on earth you’re going to prove it. After all, won’t it…

Learn about common factors that can delay the settlement of a personal injury case If you’ve suffered a personal injury in an accident that was not your fault, naturally you want to receive compensation as soon as possible. After all, you may need that compensation very badly in order to pay for necessary medical care…

Learn what role Med Pay insurance can play in providing compensation after a car accident If you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident, you are obviously going to need medical care. Paying for this care can be a challenge, especially if you don’t have very good health insurance. Fortunately, there may be other resources…

Recent case highlights two important considerations for workplace accident injury claims Accidents in the workplace, especially those involving heavy equipment like a forklift, have the potential to cause serious injuries and leave workers facing complicated legal issues. Take the recent case of Steven Meier v. PennySaver USA, LLC, et al. for example. This case, which…