If you were involved in an auto accident, one of your top concerns will be getting your car fixed so you have a working vehicle once again. You are aware that insurance will pay for the damages, but you most likely have questions about whose insurance will pay for the bill and how to get your car repaired quickly. By understanding how damages are paid for, you will be able to make right decision about how to handle it.
17 November 2015
When you've been hurt in an auto accident in the state of Nevada, it is natural to have compensation on your mind. However, compensation is not always automatic. A personal injury lawyer in Nevada is the best resource, but you can decide whether it's worth your time to make an appointment by asking yourself these two questions. How Long Ago Was the Accident That Caused the Injuries? The state of Nevada only allows auto accident victims to file compensation claims for two years following the accident.
4 November 2015
When you file for Social Security disability benefits, your doctor plays a major role in whether or not your application is approved. Unfortunately, there is a possibility that your doctor might not agree that your medical condition warrants benefits. If this happens, there are steps you can take to improve your odds of getting benefits without your doctor's assistance. Ask for a Consultative Examination A consultative examination is conducted by a doctor that is chosen by the Social Security Administration, or SSA.
21 October 2015
It is expected that those who are working on a construction site or accessing a construction site for any reason are conscious of those hazards and are careful to protect themselves from injury. That being said, certain safety precautions are expected of construction companies to keep both workers and members of the public safe. If a construction company does not fulfill these responsibilities and you suffer from a slip and fall accident as a result, you could be eligible for compensation.
13 October 2015
When it comes to being involved in a legal dispute, you may need to complete the stages of discovery. This is the time you will need to prove your case and provide the full details of it. One of the important parts of discovery is the deposition. You will be required to meet with the other parties' attorney and answer a series of questions. Knowing specific tips to help you provide the best deposition possible are certain to come in handy.
24 September 2015
Deaths that occur during the arrest, transport, and detention of alleged criminals have brought civil unrest to communities that are particularly vulnerable to these events. Residents see questionable deaths of unarmed suspects—without subsequent criminal charges against law enforcement officers—and feel powerless to change practices that deny them of their basic rights. When governments are complacent and prefer to maintain the status quo, civil litigation, resulting in large financial settlements paid to victims, may be the catalyst for change.
15 September 2015
Workplace injuries are a specific and complex quagmire of legal issues. Even with the best intentions, the compensation features within workers compensation may not be enough to support some of the unknown complications that come with injury. Whether you're in severe pain or not, you need to think carefully before signing anything related to workers compensation or the injury incident. Take the time to understand workers compensation and your other options before making any major decisions.
11 August 2015
It's an acceptable part of life that drugs have their side effects. However, as a patient, you need to be informed of these side effects before taking the medicines. You should not have to suffer bizarre or severe side effects without warning. Consider these four examples of weird side effects that you may experience after using certain drugs: Crying Spells Acne is bad. It's even worse if it attacks you in its severest forms and refuses to go away under the onslaught of various medications.
14 July 2015
If you have had the misfortune of slipping in a store and becoming injured as a result, you may want to file a claim against the store. However, you might not know what steps you should be taking to increase your chances of a settlement. Here are some tips that can help you to be successful. Don't Wait to File a Claim If you are busy recovering from your injury, you may think that you can file a personal injury claim whenever you want to.
2 July 2015
There's a time limit involved when it comes to filing a wrongful death claim. This time limit can vary from state to state. One of the most important aspects of the statute of limitations is the date of discovery. When Does the Clock Start? No matter your state's statute of limitations, the clock for it doesn't start until the "date of discovery," or "discovery of harm." These terms indicate the moment harm becomes apparent.
1 July 2015