When an adult passes on, it's easy to assess the financial loss associated with the person's death. However, the same is not always the case when it comes to the wrongful death of a child. When a child passes on, the following financial losses are often considered: --...
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Important tips to follow after a car accident
Many people think they know what to do if they have been involved in a car accident. Unfortunately, some make a few key mistakes at this time. Before we go any further, we want to make it clear that your health should always come first. If you've suffered any type of...
What to do after a slip and fall accident
When you wake up in the morning, the last thing you think about is being involved in a slip and fall accident. Instead, you assume that you'll make it through the day without falling to the ground and injuring yourself. Unfortunately, slip and fall accidents have a...
4 common causes of motorcycle accidents
Any type of collision is an unfortunate and potentially catastrophic event, but motorcycle accidents are especially likely to cause serious injuries and fatalities. According to 2014 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists...
Charges issued in daycare van accident
According to Georgia State Patrol, criminal charges have been handed to both drivers involved in a crash involving a daycare van in Paulding County. As the result of the accident, three adults and 10 children were injured. The Georgia State Patrol noted that the...
Construction accidents and injuries are all too common
Even with employees and employers doing whatever they can to prevent construction accidents, these still occur throughout the country on a regular basis. Some accidents are minor, meaning that nobody involved was seriously injured. Others, however, are much more...
Who is responsible for a premises liability injury?
When a person steps foot on a property, he or she has reason to believe that he or she will not be injured. This means one thing: The property owner is responsible for maintaining a safe environment at all times. An example of a premises liability injury would be a...
Wrongful death case of 12-year-old disabled girl to go to trial
The case of a disabled 12-year-old girl who died in August 2013 after being transferred from a state institution to its community-based contractor appears to be slated to soon go to trial. With depositions currently being scheduled, attorneys have announced the case...
Occcupational disease and a worker’s compensation claim
When most people think about workers' compensation, the first thing that comes to mind is a workplace injury. For example, somebody who was injured by falling off a ladder or tripping over a piece of debris. However, there are other circumstances that can result in a...
Motorcycle safety tips
Whether you go on a weeklong road trip or quick weekends cruise, riding your motorcycle with safety in mind is crucial to preventing accidents. Taking certain precautionary steps is sure to help you stay protected and reduce your chances of getting into a collision....