Many people think that a personal injury attorney will take any case. The truth is actually far more complex when they're considering working with a prospective client. Personal injury is a common claim inside and outside of courtrooms all across the United States. Every year, there are six million car crashes, or one every 10 seconds, along with five million dog bites, 17,000 slip and fall incidents and more than 231,000 deaths for injury-related cases. The compensation that personal injury...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 08/27/2019
Lowell, Massachusetts has the dubious distinction of being home to the most dangerous intersection in the state…and the second most dangerous. According to data from Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), more collisions occurred at the intersection of Veterans of Foreign Wars Highway and Bridge Street in Lowell than at any other in the state: 136 crashes, with 37 resulting in injury or death. The corner of Appleton Street and Central Street took second place, with 94 total...
Posted by Kevin Broderick on 08/17/2019
Nearly six million motor vehicle collisions occur in the US every year, and approximately three million people get injured every year in car accidents. In most cases, the driver is at fault for the accident. While the victims of a car accident can sue the guilty driver (or their insurance company) to get compensation for injuries, getting the compensation is not an easy task and determining fault in a collision can get murky. The fault of the driver must be clearly established in the court to claim...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 08/13/2019
Whether you've suffered a slip & fall, were injured in a car accident or were bitten by a dog, many people are often left wondering if they have a personal injury claim against the liable party. It's actually fairly common to be involved in a collision or other incident and not feel the full effects of the trauma at the moment it occurs. Adrenaline, shock and human biology have ways of masking pain immediately following a traumatic event.However, over the next few days you can feel the...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 07/29/2019
If you have been injured in an auto accident, it is likely that emergency services will arrive at the scene of the incident. Emergency services are dispatched to help ensure that you receive the medical care you need. If you have been involved in a minor accident, however, it is important that you seek medical attention regardless.After a car accident, many people will fail to recognize injuries due to the emotions that the victim will experience. Due to adrenaline or even fear, many drivers will...
Posted by Justin King on 12/12/2018
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, traumatic head injuries could be the result of a number of different incidents. The injury itself can result in either a mild injury or it can be severe enough to be fatal or leave a victim with lifelong consequences. While it’s highly important that all those who have suffered a head injury seek immediate medical attention, this article will serve as a general overview of the different levels of a traumatic brain injury. All injury...
Posted by Richard Rohde on 09/10/2018
California is often regarded as the Golden State for its sports related activities, optimal weather, internationally renowned personalities and exquisite natural wonders. Besides the perks of the State, a major drawback for the residents is the long lines of cars stuck in traffic and jammed pack roads and freeways. This has resulted in making accidents a rather common occurrence in California.A large number of roadside accidents ultimately gives rise to compensation and injury claim cases. This...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 04/11/2018
After a personal injury, medical bills continue to pile up, creating deep financial problems. Fortunately, you can ease your financial burden by filing a personal injury claim to receive compensation for your injuries.Many people are concerned about how much of their settlement amount will be whittled down by taxes. In this post, you will learn how taxes can potentially impact the amount of your settlement you can keep vs how much goes to Uncle Sam.About Taxation of Personal Injury Settlement AmountFederal...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/27/2018
Have you suffered a personal injury due to negligent behavior of another person? You can get compensation for the injuries by filing a personal injury lawsuit. Getting stuck with thousands of dollars in medical bills and lost salaries can create serious financial difficulties. By filing a personal injury compensation claim in court, you can get the necessary compensation amount that can ease financial problems. However, you should consider negotiating a settlement before filing any civil lawsuit...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/25/2018
