Posted October 23, 2017
Excessive sitting at work has proven to be hazardous to the health and well-being of employees. Sitting induced back injuries and conditions can be directly related to long term sitting. If you have back pain as a result of prolonged sitting at work – you may be entitled to workers’ compensation as a means of […]
Read MorePosted October 22, 2017
Slip and fall accidents are not uncommon in the personal injury field. One reason why they are so prevalent is the potential to slip and fall anywhere. A variety factors can lead to an accident: Improperly marked wet floors Broken flooring Insufficiently constructed stairs Once you have sustained an injury due to a slip and […]
Read MorePosted September 27, 2017
If a personal injury turns serious, it can be scary. However, if the injury was caused by another person’s negligence, you may have legal recourse. The person may be held responsible for paying your medical bills, lost wages and other damages that resulted from the personal injury. Here a few tips for pursuing a personal […]
Read MorePosted September 24, 2017
Video depositions are becoming used more and more in court these days. In a video deposition, the court can assess the witness’ demeanor and use that to determine if he or she is credible or not. Lawyers have relied heavily on this technology for several years now for many reasons, such as: Initial witness testimonies […]
Read MorePosted September 20, 2017
Workplace injuries are incredibly common — some jobs are more reliant on physical labor and may be considered more dangerous, but even office jobs, considered to be more sedentary, carry a great deal of risk for injury. Here are some of the most common ways to be injured on the job: Overexertion — Lifting, Pulling, […]
Read MorePosted September 03, 2017
If you have been involved in a personal injury accident and feel that another party is responsible, you may want to consult with a lawyer, like a personal injury lawyer, to find out if you might be able to receive some compensation. However, many people are intimidated by the thought of seeking legal help because […]
Read MorePosted September 03, 2017
Statistics show that tire defects contribute to a large number of motor vehicle accidents each year. Despite stringent rules and regulations, some defective tires do end up being used on the road. Using defective tires not only puts the car and its passengers in danger, but it also puts the other people on the road […]
Read MorePosted August 25, 2017
Neck and spine injuries are some of the most common injuries that result from car accidents. These injuries can be quite severe and lead to permanent damage. Let’s take a closer look at the five most common injuries to the neck and spine in car accidents. Spinal Numbness or Loss of Muscle Control If a […]
Read MorePosted August 14, 2017
Workplace accidents are very common; even just sitting in an office chair bears risks for repetitive strain injuries. However, some jobs and industries do hold a higher risk of injury to their workers. You should be aware of your rights as a worker, as well as your rights to workers’ compensation should anything happen to […]
Read MorePosted July 26, 2017
The “Barnes Dance” is the tune for pedestrians crossing at Irving Northwest and 14th Streets in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC, one of the busiest intersections in the area. A new signaling system, which is named after Henry Barnes, went into use last month. Barnes was a traffic engineer in the 1940s who […]
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