2016

4 Pictures You Should Be Taking After An Auto Accident

If you have been involved in an auto accident, there are plenty of pictures that you should be taking to ensure that you are well prepared to file a claim. This is especially important if the accident was not your fault since the pictures can help prove your case should it be taken to court. Here are four pictures that need to be taken after you are involved in an accident:…

4 Mistakes to Avoid After Being Injured in a Car Crash

After you’re injured in a car accident, you may be unsure of what to do next and what steps to take. How you react can make a big difference in what amount you get as a settlement from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. If you’ve been hurt in an auto accident that wasn’t your fault, avoid these common mistakes. Neglecting Your Medical Care One of the biggest mistakes you can make after being injured in a car accident is neglecting your medical care.…

3 Signs That You Should Hire An Attorney To Help With Your Workers Compensation Case

If you have recently been injured at work and are relying on workers compensation to help with things like paying your medical bills and paying you for lost wages, you might be wondering if you should hire a workers compensation lawyer. Even though it is not always necessary to do so, however, there are a few situations in which it can be beneficial to seek legal assistance with a workers compensation case.…

Three Tactics To Protect Yourself When Driving In Close Proximity To Commercial Trucks

Commercial trucks help keep America’s economy rolling along, but they can also make navigating the highways, roads and streets tricky at times. It can be difficult for individuals who drive their cars among the big rigs when they are trying to stay safe and keep themselves from getting tangled up in an accident. However, you can protect yourself from being involved in an accident with a truck by being alert and knowing how to drive defensively.…

Double Dipping: Getting Workers' Comp and Social Security Disability at the Same Time

If you have been injured in a work-related accident, you may know that you might be eligible to collect workers’ comp insurance. If your injury turns out to be more serious, you may also be qualified to collect Social Security Disability Insurance. The question you may be asking is “can I collect both?” The short answer to the question is “yes,” but there are some limits and guidelines to know about.…

Work Related Deaths: What To Know About Workers' Comp And Death Benefits

Workers’ comp is well-known for providing those with on-the-job injuries benefits, such as a portion of lost wages and medical expenses. When the unthinkable happens and that employee dies as a result of a work-related injury, the survivors of that worker are also entitled to receive death benefits from the employer’s workers’ comp insurance company. If you meet the requirements, you may be able to get a lump sum or monthly payments, and more, so read on to learn more about who can receive these benefits and how they are paid.…

Time Sensitive: Acting Quickly With Your Personal Injury Claim

Being involved in a motorcycle accident can really turn your world upside down, often leaving you with physical and emotional injuries and scars. You know you need time to heal, but are stressed out by the demands of filing accident claims, getting your ride fixed and the impact of the accident on your financial situation. If you are considering hiring a personal injury attorney, there is no better time than now.…

The Hardships Of Transitioning From Military Life With Pain

Veterans may find it hard to settle into a civilian life for various reasons. For many veterans, the military is the first major event of their adult life and may be the only way they know to live. For others, the culture is just so vastly different that shifting gears into another career is too challenging to do alone. If you’re able to jump those hurdles, pain and mobility issues can still hold you back.…

4 Reasons You May Want To Strive For A Settlement Before Trial

It isn’t uncommon for personal injury cases to go to trial. However, they don’t always. Usually, this is because the plaintiff decides to negotiate and accept a settlement outside of the court and before the trial takes place. There are four main reasons why you may want to consider a pre-trial payment: 1. It May Reduce Some of Your Stress. If you have never been involved in a lawsuit before, you are likely not familiar with how things work.…