Posted July 11, 2017
If you are ordered to pay alimony and recently received workers compensation benefits for getting injured on the job, you might wonder if it will affect your alimony payments. The truth is that it depends on your judgment and the jurisdiction in which you reside. You May Still Have to Pay Workers compensation payments typically […]
Read MorePosted July 10, 2017
Seat belts are essential and legally required safety equipment for most vehicles. People rely on seat belts to protect them and decrease the risk of injury or death in the event of an accident. The purpose of a seat belt is to restrain a vehicle’s occupant during a crash and prevent or minimize impact with […]
Read MorePosted July 09, 2017
If you suffered an injury at work, you might be able to obtain compensation through workers’ compensation. After you file a claim, your employer’s insurance company will conduct an investigation to verify the claim. However, not all injury cases are eligible for compensation under this program. If your original claim gets rejected, an experienced work […]
Read MorePosted July 07, 2017
Vehicle safety should be one of the most critical components of a buyer’s decision. Americans spend an average of 293 hours driving each year; that’s a lot of time spent while arguably putting your life at a huge risk, seeing as auto accidents are a leading cause of death in this country. With that in […]
Read MorePosted June 26, 2017
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries that result from car accidents. The head can get jerked back and forth suddenly, causing significant damage to the ligaments, tendons and muscles in the neck. While it’s possible for anyone to suffer whiplash, it’s most common among bicycle accident victims, athletes, car accident victims and slip […]
Read MorePosted June 12, 2017
Are you in an industry that may put you at a higher risk for Repetitive Strain Injuries?Repetitive strain injuries are injuries from repeated movements or motions, that can cause you to develop a variety of small injuries over time. If you find yourself repeating similar motions day after day, you may find that you will […]
Read MorePosted May 04, 2017
Understanding Seat Belt Laws A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that, in the U.S., car accidents are the leading cause of death among people aged 5-34. Every year, up to 43,000 people die from road accidents. One way to prevent injuries and save lives is to wear a seat belt. […]
Read MorePosted April 26, 2017
Tens of millions of cars have been recalled due to faulty airbags. Takata, the manufacturer, is paying $1 billion after pleading guilty to knowingly distributing defective airbags. However, many people’s cars still contain these dangerous airbags. Look through this list and see if your model if affected, or look up your VIN to see the […]
Read MorePosted April 12, 2017
The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia reported that each year there are over 600 child pedestrian fatalities. Pedestrian injuries are one of the leading causes of injury related deaths for children in the United States. Children under 2 years of age suffer the highest number of injuries as pedestrians. Motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause […]
Read MorePosted April 11, 2017
If you have been in a car accident recently, it is important that you are aware of certain things the insurance company can use against you. If you are a plaintiff, don’t kid yourself with thinking that you are going to win for sure; there are plenty of things that can hurt your case. A […]
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