If you disagree with a workers' compensation settlement your employer's insurance company makes you, you may never see the inside of a courtroom. The courts only hear approximately 5% of workers' compensation cases. Before scheduling your case, you may go through mediation. Some states may order mediation, and others may allow you to request it or make [...]
Back injuries are painful, can take a long time to heal, and interfere with almost all aspects of your life. Some manual work increases the risk of back injury. Below are some tips to help you avoid back injury at work. Use Proper Lifting Techniques Improper lifting techniques are common causes of back injuries. Adopt [...]
The law doesn't prohibit you from switching jobs while navigating a workers' compensation claim. However, you should know about the potential ramifications before switching. Below are some tips to help you minimize the complications. Understand the Impact on Your Benefits Before you switch jobs during a workers' compensation claim, understand how the job change will [...]
Auto accident lawyers have multiple roles. For example, your lawyer has to investigate and research your case to get the facts of the accident. That way, the lawyer will present a strong case to the defendant. Below are some specific tasks your lawyer might undertake while researching your case. […]
Even the lengthiest marriages may come to an unexpected end with divorce. When one spouse has served as the primary earner during a marriage, the other may request short-term or long-term financial support known as alimony. A divorce court may then approve, reject, or modify this request. Whether you expect to make alimony payments or [...]
Proof of negligence is a common way to hold someone liable for your injuries. However, you have several ways of proving liability, other than negligence. One of them is negligence per se, which sounds like but is much different from conventional negligence. Below is a comparison of negligence and negligence per se. Ordinary Negligence Negligence [...]
A good divorce attorney is an ally that will be a big part of your team as you move through this difficult process. But what exactly can you expect from your lawyer? Most Americans entering into a contract with a divorce attorney aren't always sure what the lawyer's role is, even as they depend on [...]
Nursing home malpractice can harm your loved one's physical and emotional health. The nursing home has a significant role in the wellbeing of your loved one, but you also have a role to play. Below are some of the measures you can take. Understand Nursing Home Malpractice You can't prevent something you don't understand. Thus, the [...]
If you're contemplating asking your spouse for a divorce, you've probably done a lot of soul searching. Evaluate your reasons for wanting a divorce, and be honest about what your life will look like once it's all settled. Asking for a divorce is a big matter. You must prepare for that talk ahead of time. [...]
You might think that nighttime is the safest time to drive because traffic is generally lighter and pedestrians are usually fewer. But this is usually not the case. The National Safety Council reveals that half (50%) of all fatal car crashes occur at night. Below are some reasons why driving gets more dreadful and potentially dangerous [...]
