The Role that Forensic Accident Reconstruction Plays in Personal Injury Claims

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In the aftermath of a car accident, it is not always clear how the accident occurred and what party was at fault for the accident. Proving fault in an accident is an essential key to a successful lawsuit. The accident may have resulted in severe injuries or even deaths that prevent the drivers from accurately recalling the details of the crash. Witnesses can be unreliable and depending on their location or view of the accident, may have conflicting testimony. The best way to accurately depict the events of a car accident it to utilize the skills of a forensic accident reconstructionist.

A forensic accident reconstructionist is a trained professional who uses engineering principles, laws of physics, witness testimony, police reports and evidence from the scene to piece together the details of the car accident. They can accurately determine what happened before, during and after the car crash and who was at fault for the crash.

There are many elements that must be considered when recreating an accident scene like weather conditions, time of day, distractions, road construction … Read the rest

Common Reasons Why Truck Accidents Occur

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Unfortunately, truck accidents are a daily occurence in the United States. Because commercial trucks are such large and heavy vehicles, the injuries that result from the injuries are usually life-threatening. While some truck accidents are caused by unforeseen conditions, the majority result from carelessness. If you were injured in a truck accident caused by negligence, you may be eligible for compensation.

Here are some of the most common causes of truck accidents:

Driver Fatigue

Truck drivers have to spend some long hours on the road. Although federal regulations prohibit these drivers from driving too many hours in a row, not all of them follow these rules. They may feel pressure to deliver all their goods by a certain deadline and drive longer than they are supposed to. Truck drivers who are running on little sleep can’t focus that well on the road and are more likely to cause accidents.

Speeding

Truck drivers are under constant pressure to deliver their goods by certain deadlines. If they are running behind, they may be tempted to drive above the speed … Read the rest

Finding the Right Business Succession Lawyer

Business Lawyer Memphis, TN

Many people feel a peace of mind when they plan for the unavoidable. If you are someone who has invested your time, money, and energy into a business, this is no different. When you pass away or retire, you want to have peace of mind that your business can keep operating without you to head it. For many, this is just as important as writing your last will and testament. However, you might not be sure where to start. Can you simply tell people who you want to run your business when you are gone? Business lawyers know you have many questions regarding business succession and have helped many clients over the years by answering these questions and developing a strategy that is right for them.

What Steps Can We Take?

When developing a business succession plan, we sit down with our clients to go over a few main steps that can help them envision what they want their business to look like in the future. These steps are:

• Establishing Your Goals
• Determine the Decision-Making Process

Workers’ Compensation for Bus Driver Injury

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Driving a bus is not a job to take lightly. Automobile accidents are one of the most common causes of injury in America, and as a bus driver, you are responsible for not only your life on the road but the lives of all your passengers. What if a tractor-trailer runs through a red light and crashes into your bus? Perhaps you had already dropped your passengers off, but you were injured in this crash. How can you receive compensation for this accident?

Are bus drivers eligible to receive workers’ compensation?

Unfortunately, your injuries have made it impossible for you to work, but you need a steady paycheck to keep paying your bills. What can you do in this situation? Because you were injured while performing duties for your job, you are entitled to claiming workers’ compensation. If you weren’t actively working, though (if you were off the clock and driving to or from your house when the accident occurred), you would likely not be eligible to receive compensation.

How to File for Workers’ Compensation

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Boat Accidents

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Boating is a fun, relaxing hobby that millions of Americans enjoy every year. In southern states like Florida, residents, and tourists spend much of their time on the water fishing, sailing, exploring local hot spots or riding jet skis.  

Like any other hobby or pastime, accidents do happen. Many people underestimate the dangers of a watercraft and because in most states, licenses are not required to operate watercraft, so boat operators are often inexperienced and uneducated. Being unfamiliar with local waters, traveling too fast, and ignoring bad weather are a few factors that can contribute to a boating accident. When an accident does occur, injuries vary dramatically and can be mild or severe. Slip and falls, drowning, broken bones, head injuries, respiratory infections and spinal injuries are among a few of the potential injuries a person can face in a boating accident. If you are injured on a boat, you should know your rights and options to recover damages from the liable party.

Like many personal injury claims, to recover damages related to an injury, there has … Read the rest

Dog Bite Injury

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Everyone loves dogs! Dogs are a man’s best friends, women included. However, this does not mean that dogs are not capable of vicious acts. Every year there are hundreds of instances where someone, woman, man, child, or elder, has been attacked or bitten by a dog. There are several injury types that can stem from dog bites; this is why it is important to understand what needs to be done immediately following an attack from a dog, especially a bite.

There are legal steps that may need to be taken if the dog is not your own, however, no matter whose dog, seek medical attention as soon as possible if bitten. Certain steps include:

• Seeking medical attention. Like any other puncture wound, if you suffer a dog bite you are prone to infection. Be as careful as possible to not leave the wound open, but do be sure to take photos immediately so that a record of the damage is properly kept.
• If any one saw the incident occur, ask for a personal injury lawyer in

What Procedure Should I follow if a Family Member is a Victim of Medical Malpractice?

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Every individual should know what they can do to protect themselves in the unfortunate event of medical negligence. If you or a family member has been a victim of medical malpractice, then we have a few guidelines that will help uncomplicated the process of filing a malpractice lawsuit.

Here we detail a few key areas that you need to be aware of if you decide to file a lawsuit against a medical practitioner or hospital for negligence. There is a statute of limitations, a cap for non-economic damages, and a good deal of paperwork involved in the procedure. We hope that the breakdown of the procedure will give you more confidence and clarity when it comes to protecting your rights.

The Statute of Limitation for West Virginia

In West Virginia, if you decide to file a medical malpractice lawsuit for injury or even wrongful death, you need to file the suit within two years of the event occurring. If the result of medical negligence was only discovered at a later date, then the case needs to be … Read the rest

FAQs About Suing My Child’s School

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Was your child injured, bullied or harmed in some way at school? You may be wondering if you can sue the school, teacher, staff or parents of another child. If you’re like most people, you don’t have a lawyer on retainer. So our experienced team of lawyers created this document to answer some of the most frequently asked questions parents may have if their child has sustained injury at school.

A lot can happen on the playground, and kids can get hurt. It’s normal and to be expected. That’s why many states have laws prohibiting lawsuits against schools for student injury. But when does it become a matter of negligence or intentional harm?

Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from new clients:

• Can I sue if my child was accidentally injured at school? Possibly, if you can prove negligence on the part of the school or school officials caused the harm to your child.
• Can I sue if my child was emotionally injured at school? Did a teacher or school

Why You Need an Attorney During Estate Litigation After a Loved One Passes

Estate Planning Lawyer Memphis, TN

Estate litigation often involves disagreements between family members of the testator regarding legitimacy, or what is included in the will. An attorney understands just how painful this can be, especially when family members are trying to grieve the loss of their loved one. They will do what they can to answer any questions you have, and represent you during the case if needed.

Here are just a few examples of the types of questions estate planning attorneys hear during consultations with clients regarding estate litigation:

What does it mean for someone to have the mental capacity to write a will?

A person who creates a will must be aware of the extent of their assets and be able to identify beneficiaries. A family member that believes the testator was not of sound mind when he or she wrote the will, may come forward to request estate litigation.

If the testator had a mental illness, is that the same as mental incapacity?

If a person has a mental illness, this does not necessarily mean they are … Read the rest

Estate Planning with a Personal Injury Settlement

Memphis Estate Planning Lawyer

Winning a personal injury lawsuit or receiving a personal injury settlement is great. Whatever your accident and injuries, the lawsuit or settlement will greatly help you in your recovery process.

But it can impact your estate planning in many ways.

Medical Expenses

Depending on the severity of your injury, your current and future medical expenses could be costly. Your settlement will help with those costs. You need to be certain your settlement properly accounts for your medical expenses or your settlement funds could be improperly categorized as income to you. Not only will this decrease the amount of money you’ll have for your medical expenses, it will also increase the amount of tax you owe as your income will be greater. This is where the skill of an experienced estate planning attorney can greatly assist you.

Taxes

As discussed above, the size of your settlement could increase your taxes. This is important to consider when creating your estate plan so you minimize your tax liability. Your personal injury settlement is there for your recovery and your … Read the rest