How Long Do Most PI Cases Take?
When you are involved in a personal injury case (or considering taking one on), one of your questions will likely be, “How long will this case take?” The answer is, of course, that it depends on all sorts of factors. However, if you’re injured and continually getting bills for your medical procedures, physical therapy, or […]
Brain Injury Rehabilitation
A brain injury can be life-altering for both the patient and the patient’s family members. A brain injury can affect every part of your life—from mobility, speech, and of course, thinking capabilities. According to the Center for Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) affects 1.5 million Americans each year. Brain injuries can be very […]
Preventing Accidental Opioid Deaths
If you’ve been paying attention to the news lately, you know that the opioid death epidemic is far-reaching and has devastated many families across the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), overdose rates have increased five-fold since 1990. This huge increase in opioid-related deaths has largely been attributed to the […]
Expected Nursing Home Staff Training
When you send your loved one to a nursing home, you expect that they will receive just as excellent—if not better—care as they would at your home. Unfortunately, elderly abuse is an ugly issue that plagues many nursing homes, and many families are constantly worrying that they are leaving their loved ones in incapable hands. […]
Surgery Center Deaths are On the Rise
Thousands of people go into hospitals and surgery centers every year to get routine procedures done like tonsillectomies, gall bladder removals, appendectomies, colonoscopies, or repairing broken bones. Although these surgeries frequently occur without incident, according to a report by the USA Today Network and Kaiser Health News, there have been 260 surgery center deaths since 2013. The […]
Determining Fault with Auto and Bicycle Crashes
The popularity of cycling is on the rise, and it’s likely that you’re starting to see an increased number of cyclists out on the road commuting to work, riding for exercise, or simply just riding for pleasure. Cycling is a terrific way to get your heart rate up and it’s an eco-friendly way to travel—but […]
Is Drinking and Boating Illegal?
Going out on the boat during the weekends is such a fun way to get some sunshine, ride some waves, and hang out with your friends and family out on the water. It’s also customary for some boaters to have a drink or two, especially when fishing out on the lake. What you may not […]
Does Insurance Cover Boat Injuries?
There’s nothing better than a sunny summer day out on the lake with all your friends and family. Whether you like to fish, go tubing, or simply enjoy being out on the water, a boat is a great way to relax and enjoy the lakes on the weekends. But before you take that shiny new […]
Trampoline Injuries and the Homeowner
Trampolines can be such a fun fixture of a family backyard. They allow children (and even parents sometimes) to get exercise and can be a big hit at birthday parties. Trampolines are also a much cheaper option than expensive playground equipment that can run into the thousands. But, unfortunately, trampolines can also be dangerous. According […]
Getting Compensation for a Slip and Fall Injury
There are over one million visits to the hospital emergency room each year because of slip and fall injuries, according to the National Floor Safety Institute. Slip and fall injuries can occur due to poor lighting, wet or uneven surfaces, inclement weather, or improper footwear. Although some people just view slipping and falling as an […]
