They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, and a picture -- or even better, multiple pictures -- can certainly be helpful if you file a personal injury case after a motorcycle accident. These are a few things that you should take photographs of if at all possible. Then, turn these pictures over to your personal injury attorney to help your case as much as possible. 1. Your Visible Injuries
20 April 2016
When you are hurt by the negligent acts of another person, the road to getting relief is often not as straightforward as you might like it to be. In fact, this road is strewn with legal jargon. Simply trying to navigate tricky terms can be challenging. Even if you plan on having a lawyer by your side, it can help to understand some of the key terms that may come up in a personal injury relief.
11 April 2016
Not everybody arrested on suspicion of a criminal act ends up getting charged with a crime. Even if you aren't innocent, there are routes your arrest may take that do not involve official criminal charges. Here are a few examples of such routes: Mediation You may escape a criminal charge and trial if your case is diverted out of the criminal court system and designated for mediation. A facilitator will work with you and the complainant to discuss the accusations and solve it out of court.
30 March 2016
Just because you were injured in a hospital doesn't mean that you can sue the hospital for medical malpractice. This might be the case even if your injury was caused by another person's negligence. Here are three examples of such cases: Injuries Caused By Non-medical Staff Doctors and nurses aren't the only hospital workers whose negligence may cause injuries in a hospital. Negligence of other hospital workers, such as janitors and drivers, may also cause accidents in the hospital.
17 March 2016
If you've been injured and are seeking to be compensated for an accident that was not your fault, you should be aware of a valuable tool in your quest to receive fair damages. The demand letter allows you to sum up how the accident has affected you and to inform the at-fault party in no uncertain terms of how you expect to be compensated. To help make sure that you write a successful and persuasive demand letter, read the below tips.
28 February 2016
Being injured on the job takes a toll on both the worker and the business. In addition to being in pain and potentially missing some of your pay, your business won't be as efficient while missing a valuable employee asset. As a veteran you need to think about your injuries and what could have contributed to the problem, such as mobility issues or distractions caused by something during military service. Before talking to anyone, consider a few injury compensation angles and speak with a lawyer from a firm like Owen Law Firm.
11 February 2016
When it comes to reducing workers' compensation insurance, many small businesses assume the only thing they can do is to reduce incidences of injuries in their workplaces. It's true that reducing the number of claims is one of the best ways of curbing rising premiums, but there are other equally effective measures. Here are three more strategies to employ: Instigate A Return-to-work Program Such a program ensures an injured worker returns to work as soon as he or she is able.
28 January 2016
