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“If you have been injured in an accident, you are entitled to just compensation.” This statement, which you will see frequently if you are looking for information about your legal rights online, addresses the primary means of securing a financial recovery if you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or intentional misconduct. However, […]

Motorcycle accidents, though not necessarily more  common than other motor vehicle accidents, can be more shocking and devastating. But, they can also be caused by some unique circumstances. A number of studies and surveys have discovered some interesting facts and statistics about motorcycle accidents: 1. Approximately ¾ of motorcycle accidents involve collisions with another vehicle, […]

Dram shop laws relate to cases in which a person has received  alcohol from an establishment and then causes an accident while in an intoxicated state. Dram shop laws allow victims who were hurt by the intoxicated driver to pursue compensation from the establishment or party that provided alcohol to the intoxicated driver. What Is […]

As the mom of a tween, I am so very mindful about my child’s interactions online.  I constantly remind my child to not talk to strangers on gaming sites, to never disclose personal information, and to never share photos.  And yet, although I do consider myself tech savvy, it was not until recently that I […]

Sexual abuse in private schools is more prevalent than one would expect. At these private schools, kids are living away from home — often for the first time – and truly need the support of their teachers and faculty. As such, they are more vulnerable to sexual abuse.  In these situations, where it is not […]

The steps you take after a car accident can make or break your claim for financial compensation. If you have been seriously injured, you need to make smart decisions about protecting your legal rights, and you need to make sure you avoid mistakes that could make it more difficult to secure fair financial compensation. What […]

by Emily B. Ashe Length of Time If there’s one thing we all know, lawsuits can take a long time. One of the down sides for a mass tort client is  that their case generally takes a number of years to resolve (they benefit in other ways such as sharing costs with other plaintiffs—I’ll get to […]

Recovering from the effects of a serious motorcycle accident can be extraordinarily difficult, especially if the crash resulted in the death of a loved one. But, choosing the right lawyer to help you assert your rights shouldn’t be difficult. When it comes to choosing a lawyer after a motorcycle accident, there are a number of factors […]

The rise in mobile technology use in recent years has changed the way that many people in the United States drive.  Travelers rely on their cell phones not only to stay in touch with loved ones on the road, but also to receive turn-by-turn directions to their destinations. And while this technology has undoubtedly made […]

Brain injury victims often suffer from depression After suffering from a brain injury in an accident, many victims find that they become depressed in  addition to the other consequences of the injury. When accident victims sustain trauma to their head, they often experience varying effects. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, the consequences […]