My name is Arlene, and two years ago, I was involved in a car accident that wasn't my fault. I had some injuries that required a hospital stay, and I was unable to return to work for several weeks. I didn't know how I was going to pay my bills, and it was very stressful for me. My friend told me that I needed to hire an accident and personal injury attorney so I could recover my lost wages and medical costs. I was so glad that I hired the attorney, and my stress level immediately went down. Through the attorney, I was able to get a settlement, and I was no longer in financial trouble. I am writing this blog to let everyone know the importance of hiring an attorney after an accident. It's my wish that this blog will help others who are in similar situations.
1 September 2016
You likely already know that workers' comp insurance covers most any on the job injury, but there may be some gray areas where you are not completely certain of coverage. Knowing about these situations could mean the difference between paying your own medical bills and being covered for those plus lost wages, so read on to learn more about some work-related injury situations that may be relatively uncommon. You are very likely covered if:
31 August 2016
If your teen was a passenger in a car with another teen driver, and your teen was injured because the driver got into an accident while using their cell phone, you want to call a lawyer. If the teenage driver's parents are refusing to help pay for your child's medical expenses, and the coverage on the car or for the driver isn't enough to pay for all of the bills you have coming in, you need legal help.
30 August 2016
It's unfortunate when employers are uncooperative in a workers' compensation claim. Getting insurance money with a contested claim can be a bit more difficult, but the following steps will help you to carry out the process correctly. Rule 1: Always Hire a Lawyer In most workers' compensation claims, the insurance company is fairly good at dealing with straightforward claims and paying a standard amount for your injuries. However, when an employer disputes the claim, the whole case undergoes a higher level of scrutiny.
30 August 2016
If you are injured on the job site, one of the last things you want to happen is for your employer to contest the injury on your insurance claim. But sometimes, employees are put in the position of battling an employer for insurance money. Here is a guide to understanding contested workers' compensation claims. How Can They Contest an Injury? Your employer can speak out against an injury in several ways.
30 August 2016
If you have noticed a large number of automotive accidents on the road, you may be concerned that you could be involved in a collision in the future. Since many automotive accidents are due to another driver's negligence, there is certainly a chance of your vehicle being struck by another car or truck. Still, if you are involved in an automotive accident and incur property damage or personal injuries, you can pursue compensation through a personal injury lawyer.