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Has A Dog Just Bitten You? Take The Following Measures Immediately
Dogs are naturally friendly, and they love to spend time with human beings. But it's not uncommon for an unfriendly or frightened canine to turn against you and bite you. Whether deep or superficial, dog bites require specialized treatment. In fact, you might be forced to stop working during the treatment period. The hefty treatment bills and loss of income might result in financial distress. Luckily, you don't have to carry the financial burden alone. [Read More]
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Why You Shouldn't Pay for a Car Accident Out-Of-Pocket
When you are involved in an accident, you might feel like you are at fault and you might be tempted to pay the other driver for the damages out of pocket. You may have the funds available and you might not want to handle your accident through an insurance provider. However, this can be a mistake for several reasons. The Consequences of Paying for the Accident If you admit fault and if you pay for the damages that the other party suffered, you might later discover that the other driver was at fault for the accident. [Read More]
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Can A Driver Still Be At Fault After An Accident Involving A Medical Emergency?
Some car accidents are the result of the recklessness of a motorist. But other accidents are entirely unavoidable and are caused by a motorist who has a medical emergency such as a stroke. If the driver claims that the accident was the result of an emergency, you will need to prove that the accident could have been prevented regardless of the medical emergency. Medical Emergencies That Could Have Been Prevented [Read More]
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3 Common Types Of Personal Injury Cases
In the legal world, a personal injury refers to something much more specific than just falling down clumsily and scraping your knee. Potential personal injury cases are built upon an accusation of negligence directed toward a third party. If you are unsure about whether or not a recent incident you were involved in can be categorized as negligent, take a look at just three helpful examples below that illustrate common occurrences. [Read More]
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Accident Settlement Not Working Out? What To Do Next
When a careless driver strikes, accident victims have more than one way to get paid for their damages. Some victims of minor accidents can be satisfied with the payment of their medical bills and getting their vehicles fixed. If your injuries were worse, though, then your damages will probably domino into a much larger financial issue. To be paid for more serious accidents, you can either be paid via a settlement or take your case to court. [Read More]
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3 Most Common Types Of Job Site Accidents You Can Get Compensated For
It is the responsibility of every construction site manager and owner to ensure that employees and passers-by are safe from any risks at the construction site. For this reason, every job site should have fall arrest systems, fire fighting equipment, and temporary fences around the construction site, among other safety features and equipment. However, not everyone follows these safety guidelines and regulations. If you are a construction site worker or a passer-by and you were injured in a construction site accident, you are allowed to hire an attorney to pursue compensation. [Read More]
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Liability And Your Personal Injury Claim Against A Commercial Vehicle
Any auto accident can result in serious injuries that leave you unable to work. If you are in an accident with a commercial vehicle, how the accident occurred and who is assigned fault will make a difference in your overall claim. When you are not at fault for the accident, you are able to file a personal injury claim for your losses. You will need to identify the liable party to establish who you are going to file a claim against. [Read More]
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Steps To Take If You Are Hit By A Car While Walking
When a person is walking in a city, he or she most likely does not spend a lot of time thinking about getting hit by a car. Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents do happen, and it can be incredibly stressful and scary to be walking through a crosswalk or strolling through a parking lot and see a car approaching. Unfortunately, car-pedestrian accidents can also lead to serious injuries for the pedestrian. If you are ever hit by a car as a pedestrian, it is important to know what to do. [Read More]
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Bitten By A Dog? Here's Why You Really Do Need An Attorney
Dog bites can create devastating injuries. Even a small dog can, under the right circumstances, leave an individual scarred for life. Facial wounds and serious hand injuries are particularly common among children and professional dog groomers, but nobody is really immune from a dog bite and all that entails. But, how important is it to get an attorney's assistance with your dog bite claim? If the owner of the dog is stepping up to help with medical bills, should you even bother? [Read More]
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Suing A Car Manufacturer Because Of A Safety Belt Failure
Safety belts, or seat belts, do save lives -- there's absolutely no doubt about it. That's why mandatory use of safety belts has become law in most of the nation and why many vehicles are now designed with automatic belts for drivers and front passengers. But, there are times when a safety belt doesn't do its job because it's either poorly designed or made with subpar materials. When that happens, what could have been just a minor injury in a fender bender could turn serious -- or even deadly. [Read More]