What Are Economic And Non-Economic Damages
An unexpected injury at work can have far-reaching consequences. Some victims face lifelong health issues; others cannot return to work or enjoy the same active lifestyle. […]
An unexpected injury at work can have far-reaching consequences. Some victims face lifelong health issues; others cannot return to work or enjoy the same active lifestyle. […]
Br A serious wreck can damage any part of the body. Broken bones, lacerations and head wounds happen often, but the most common accident injury is soft tissue damage. […]
A serious accident can be a life-changing experience. If you sustained an obvious injury in a crash, such as a broken bone or deep cut, then seeing a doctor is a no-brainer. But what if you do not feel injured? […]
Driver error contributes to the vast majority of accidents, but reckless behavior can be particularly deadly in certain conditions. In rainstorms, for example, slick roads and reduced visibility can make hazards difficult to avoid. Combining wet weather with speeding, distracted driving and other forms of negligence is a recipe for disaster. [...]
When people enter a store, shopping mall or another commercial establishment, they expect the area to be reasonably safe. Unfortunately, property owners and managers often ignore hazards until they cause serious injuries. In these situations, victims may be entitled to compensation to pay for health-care bills, time off work and other [...]
Any type of product can have a potentially harmful defect. Data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows that product liability cases can stem from malfunctioning sports gear, toys, home maintenance items and even furniture. […]
The oil and gas industry has a reputation for serious and fatal injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, workers in this sector are seven times more likely to suffer fatal injuries than the average employee in the United States. For this reason, companies are required to [...]
Most people do not understand the complexity of workers’ compensation laws until they fall ill or suffer an injury on the job. Recovering money for lost income and medical bills can be a complicated process, which is why the guidance of an injury lawyer may prove invaluable. […]
The most dangerous industries in the United States are construction and the oil and gas industry, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Injured workers often face a long road to recovery. They may not be able to earn an income for several months, and the health-care bills can be [...]
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 18 people died in the oil and gas industries in 2014. Oil fields and construction sites are the most dangerous places to work. Unstable rigs and gas lines can cause explosions that destroy the environment and injure or kill employees. […]