Can a Premises Liability Attorney Help In Catastrophic Injury Cases?
A premises liability attorney can help if you’ve been injured on someone else’s premises. But what if the injury you sustain is catastrophic? Whether you’ve suffered organ damage, a fractured spine, or a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the effects can be life-altering and devastating. You need a premises liability lawyer like the ones at The […]
How to Prove a Defective Product Caused Your Injury
Defective products can cause serious injuries, and proving a specific product caused you harm can be challenging. The item in question may be a piece of furniture, toy, automobile or related part, appliance, lawn or garden equipment, or medical device. Harmful medication can also be the subject of a defective product claim. Showing any of […]
What Is a Cause of Action In Premises Liability?
A cause of action is the legal right entitling you to file a claim or lawsuit in a premises liability or other personal injury case. Without one, the plaintiff (or their attorney) cannot present facts supporting legal action against the other party. The cause of action supports the claim on which a plaintiff’s compensation for […]
Personal Liability vs. Personal Injury Coverage
Aside from seeking the best personal injury attorney after an accident, you may wonder about the difference between personal liability and personal injury coverage. The sound of these terms can obscure their true meanings. However, they’re both crucial for navigating a personal injury case and obtaining compensation. Here’s an in-depth look into the definition of […]
6 Must-Follow Driving Tips for Winter in California
Motorists traveling through the snow country of California’s mountains must be prepared for driving in winter weather. Locations such as Ebbetts Pass, Sonora Pass, June Lake Loop, Mammoth Lakes, and others can become hazardous when the snow starts to fall. As ski season and winter in California approaches, it’s helpful to know these driving tips […]
Sports-Related Injuries in a Negligence Lawsuit
Participating in sports has inherent risks. Most sports involve high degrees of contact, thus increasing the risk of injury. Separating a typical sports injury from an avoidable one is often what lands, many institutions and teams to a negligence lawsuit. While people generally “assume the risk” of possible harm when voluntarily playing sports, some injuries […]
Back to School: Playground Injuries
The playground is the cornerstone of childhood fun. However, there are many hidden risks and dangers that can cause severe injuries. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates more than 200,000 children are treated at emergency rooms every year for playground-related injuries. According to the CDC, the rate of severe playground injuries is […]
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Look For in a Case?
There are a wide variety of situations that could constitute a personal injury claim. The most common personal injury cases are car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, workplace accidents, and premises liability like slip and fall incidents. When you tighten the lens, more specific variations of personal injury cases could include nursing home abuse or neglect, aviation and boating accidents, dog bites and […]
Can My Personal Injury Attorney Refer Me to a Doctor?
Immediately following an accident, if urgent medical attention is needed, your first phone call should absolutely be to emergency services. Past that, one would think that the next logical point of contact would be your insurance company, but that wouldn’t be the right move. Before you call your insurance company, you should phone your personal […]
What Are Premises Liability Cases?
Premises Liability Cases are situations that relate to personal injury law. The operative word being ‘premises’. Meaning, any injury that occurs on someone else’s property, or premises, due to their negligence, may be considered liable for your injuries. Most premises liability claims fall under the umbrella of personal injury cases, but they are typically harder to […]