Slip-and-fall accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence and can sometimes lead to serious injuries. While determining who is at fault in a slip and fall accident can depend on several different factors and circumstances, there are a few guideposts one can follow. A person injured in a slip-and-fall accident will generally seek to recover damages through a negligence lawsuit in state court. In a negligence action, the person or business whose “unreasonable” behavior caused the...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 05/14/2018
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
Many of us go to the gym to stay healthy. Regular exercise improves heart health and reduces the risk of various diseases. However, the fact is that gyms and fitness centers can also be dangerous places.In this post, you will learn about the legal options you can take if you have been injured in a fitness center accident.About Filing Fitness Center Injury ClaimsThousands of gym-related injuries occur every year in the US. Most are not serious, but some require extensive medical treatment. The medical...
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
In a recent article by The Press-Enterprise a cyclist is in critical condition after he was attacked. On Tuesday, March 20th at around 8:30 p.m. police were called to the area of California Avenue and Euclid Court after a male bicyclist was attacked with a machete or pipe weapon. The man suffered from critical injuries to his hand and he was rushed to the hospital. The suspect who committed the crime was detained but then released on further investigation according to the Riverside Police Department. ...
Posted by Justin King on 03/26/2018
Slip and fall accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence and can sometimes lead to serious injuries. While determining who is at fault in a slip and fall accident can depend on several different factors and circumstances, there are a few guideposts to help you determine who may be responsible for your damages.The Legal Standard of NegligenceIn short, the person or business whose negligent behavior caused your slip and fall accident will be legally liable for any injuries or damages resulting...
Posted by Justin King on 03/26/2018
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
When a person suffers an injury due to negligent behavior of someone else, the guilty party must compensate the victim. You generally need to hire a personal injury lawyer to increase the chances of receiving maximum compensation for the injuries sustained.An important question that comes to the mind of most people when hiring personal injury attorneys is how they charge for their services. Many personal injury lawyers charge on a 'contingency fee' basis. In this post, you will learn what...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/23/2018
Personal injuries can cause great physical, financial, and emotional pain. Injuries can result in great hardships for the victim and the families resulting in missed work and astronomical medical bills. The party guilty for the injury should compensate the victim for the losses, but often the insurance company steps in to handle the claim.Anytime you sustain an injury caused by the negligent action of another, you should always contact a personal injury attorney. Trying to file a case yourself may...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/23/2018