Warning Signs in Slip and Fall Cases: What You Should Be Aware Of
If you believe you have a slip and fall claim, one of the questions on your mind might be, “If there was a warning sign by the area, can I still sue?” The answer is yes, you can, but certain factors can be difficult to prove and you may have a hard time getting damages…
How Poor Maintenance Leads to Comm. M.V. Accidents
Thousands of motorists are fatalities in large truck accidents each year, including the drivers themselves. When driving in a passenger car or riding on a motorcycle, the size difference between you and a commercial motor vehicle is unfortunately not in your favor. It is important to understand that not all large truck accidents are the…
Collecting Evidence for a Medical Malpractice Case: What You Should Know
Medical malpractice cases have earned a reputation as being long and complicated and a large part of that assumption comes from the collection of evidence. Occurring during the “discovery” phase, the lawyer and plaintiff work to gather relevant medical records and history, including the identification of witnesses who are knowledgeable about the incident. During the…
How Often Does Medical Malpractice Occur?
Patients rarely expect to be the victim of medical malpractice. You might think, “These errors don’t happen very often.” Yet, while no single figure exists, the reported number of medical malpractice claims falls drastically below the actual number of occurrences in the US. Reports Versus Estimates Some estimate that only one in every eight errors…
Slip and Fall Concerns in Spring
At this time of year, with spring upon us, you might think that slip and fall accidents greatly decline. Unfortunately, that assumption can be untrue under many circumstances. Each season poses its own group of risks. For spring, businesses, municipalities and homeowners need to be aware of multiple factors, including the damage winter left behind…
