Winning a lawsuit and receiving a favorable judgment can feel like the finish line, but in reality, it’s only the halfway point. A court order requires the losing party to pay, yet many judgment creditors quickly discover that collecting on that award can be difficult. Judgment …
Inevitably, employees on a construction job-site will eventually have to do work from a significant height. And as most construction authorities know, even a height of a few feet is sufficient to introduce significant injury risks. Fall protection standards can keep your job-site and your employees …
Hit-and-run accidents are among the most stressful and frustrating situations a driver or pedestrian can face. They leave victims with sudden injuries or property damage and no immediate way to hold the responsible driver accountable. Having access to trusted information about hit-and-run accidents can help …
If your ability to make a living and pay the mortgage, utilities, and other things is jeopardized, that can put a ton of stress on your shoulders. That’s where workers’ compensation — a type of insurance — comes into play. It’s designed for workers injured on …
Medical mistakes happen, but some errors have serious consequences that warrant legal action. Doctors are human, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be held to high standards and given a free pass when their errors cause harm. But how do you know when you should …
If you’ve been hurt in an accident, one of the first things on your mind is probably this: How much compensation am I entitled to? That’s a fair question. But it’s also a complicated one. When you file a personal injury claim, the goal is …
After an accident, the bills start piling up – medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage just to name a few. And if someone else’s negligence caused your injury, you’re probably wondering what your case is actually worth. Here’s how to approach the process of …
Did you know that 91.5% of people sentenced for securities and investment fraud in the United States were men? Meanwhile, 92% were citizens of the U.S., 84.5% had little or zero previous criminal history before facing securities and investment fraud issues, and 22% of cases involved …
Leaving a job can be a significant life event, and sometimes it leads to unexpected disputes between the employee and employer. Whether these disputes arise from misunderstandings about the terms of departure, dissatisfaction over severance pay, or allegations of breach of contract, it’s crucial to …
Blowing the whistle on illegal or unethical behavior is never an easy decision. You might worry about retaliation, job security, or the long-term impact on your reputation. That’s why whistleblower protection laws exist. They help shield you from these risks and encourage you to step …