Worker’s Compensation
What Are The Common Types of Personal Injury Claims?
Personal injury claims allow people who have been injured due to the negligence of others to seek compensation from the responsible party. Compensation can be sought for…
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Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have been injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a potential legal claim for your injuries. Hiring a personal injury lawyer to assist you with the case is in your best interest. Here are the benefits of letting a personal injury lawyer handle your case
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Common Factors That Affect Personal Injury Claims
Victims of personal injury accidents are entitled to compensation for their injuries. There are many factors that affect compensation in personal injury cases. These factors are involved in calculating the final amount of your personal injury claim.
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Construction Accidents and Worker’s Compensation Claims
Worker’s compensation is a form of insurance coverage that provides benefits to injured employees, regardless of who is at fault for the injury. In most States, it is mandatory for employers to provide worker’s compensation insurance to employees.
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Common Factors of Forklift Accidents
Forklifts are used for a variety of tasks. These machines are useful but they can also be dangerous. Forklift accidents are a common construction site accident. It can cause serious injuries or death. According to The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA),
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Dangers of Cranes on Construction Sites
Cranes are common at construction sites. They are seen towering hundreds of feet in the air at construction sites. Cranes are massive pieces of equipment that can weigh several tons. When construction workers use such large machinery at such great heights, accidents are sure to happen.
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Pros and Cons of Settling a Personal Injury Case Out of Court
Deciding whether to settle a personal injury case out of court or take it to trial is a major decision. It depends on the nature of the case, as well as personal preferences. However, most personal injury cases settle out of court before reaching trial.
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Causes of Construction Site Accidents
A construction site is a hazardous place to work. A recent Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) survey has stated that one in ten construction site workers are injured every year.
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Notice of Claims & Municipal Hospitals
If you are injured as a result of negligence in a municipal hospital, there is a requirement of service of a written notice of claim within 90 days. Thereafter, an action must be commenced within 1 year and 90 days of accrual. The trouble with this is…
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Lawsuits After Construction Accident Deaths
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that 18.5% of all reported workplace deaths in the United States take place in the construction industry. Many times, in the midst of emotional trauma, filing a lawsuit is the furthest thing from the minds of family members.
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