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  • Are You Able To Sue A Nursing Home For Negligence?

    Mar 4, 2021

    Nursing home negligence can occur when harm is caused to a resident due to the inaction on the part of the nursing home. These injuries or health conditions can be preventable if the nursing home had taken some action or served their appropriate duty of care. Whether you are able to successfully sue a nursing home for negligence will depend on the individual circumstances of your case. We share more with you in this article...
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  • How Bed Sores Form And Why They Can Be A Sign Of Neglect

    Mar 4, 2021

    Did you know that bed sores are one of the most common reasons behind nursing home lawsuits? Also known as pressure sores and pressure ulcers, bed sores form when a part of the body is pressed against a surface for a prolonged period of time. This is most commonly the back of the head, the buttocks, the hips and back. Nursing home residents or patients with mobility issues are at higher risk of developing bed...
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  • A Step-By-Step Guide To Proving Nursing Home Neglect

    Mar 4, 2021

    If an elderly loved one has been a victim of nursing home neglect, you may be wondering about the legal options available to you. Most nursing home neglect cases are civil cases rather than criminal cases. One difference is that civil cases focus on pursuing compensation for the wrong done to the victim instead of punishing the defendant. In this article, we give you a quick overview on proving nursing home neglect. Most nursing home...
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  • Personal Injury Claims: Is There An Average Settlement Amount?

    Feb 4, 2021

    You may be wondering if there is an average settlement amount for a The reason settlement amounts differ across individual cases is because no two accidents are the same. On top of that, no two victims are the same either – for instance, the effects of the same injury in someone with a pre-existing condition and someone who was otherwise healthy can differ. That is why attorneys always take into account the below factors...
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  • Who Is Liable In A Chain Reaction Car Accident?

    Feb 4, 2021

    If you have been involved in a chain reaction car accident, you may be wondering how to establish liability when there are more than two parties involved. Fault can lie with more than one party and several factors are taken into consideration when determining liability. If you have been a victim in a chain reaction car accident, the wisest course of action would be to engage a Chain reaction car accidents are accidents that...
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  • What Counts As Pain And Suffering In A Personal Injury Claim?

    Feb 4, 2021

    One component that can make up a significant part of your There is no fixed reimbursement amount for pain and suffering as no two accidents are the same. On top of that, the way two individuals are affected by a similar accident can be different. For instance, a victim whose job is heavily dependent on physical labor may find themselves out of work whereas one who holds a desk-based job may not. Below are some...
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  • Did The Insurance Company Delay Your Personal Injury Claim In New Jersey?

    Feb 4, 2021

    Most people are aware of their rights if the insurance company defaults on payment. However, what do you do if they have delayed your personal injury claim? You may be unaware of this, but the reason they do so can be to make you desperate enough to settle for less. Think about it: you have a mountain of pending bills and little to no income during the period you were hospitalized or undergoing treatment. When the...
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  • Suffered A Back Injury Caused By A Car Crush? Get Compensated!

    Feb 4, 2021

    Have you suffered from a back injury following a car accident? Or has existing pain been made worse after the accident? If so, you are eligible for a settlement claim from the liable party’s insurance company. However, things are hardly ever that clear cut as insurance companies will do all they can to minimize your settlement amount, including claiming that your injury was not caused by the accident and more. This is where an experienced...
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  • Can You File A Personal Injury Claim On Behalf Of Your Loved One?

    Feb 4, 2021

    Most of the time, the victim is the one who files a In order to represent your loved one legally, you will need to be appointed as their guardian. If they suffered from the disability before the accident, your family may already have made arrangements in anticipation of such an occurrence. Most often, individuals who require guardians are seniors and adults with developmental disorders who are unable to handle their own affairs due to...
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  • Top Reasons Why Your Car Accident Case Goes To Trial

    Feb 4, 2021

    You may be aware that most car accident claims are settled out of court. However, some cases do go to trial out of necessity, such as when the insurance company is only willing to compensate you a small sum that does not even begin to cover your medical expenses. That is why you should ensure that your Insurance companies can try to minimize your compensation by downplaying the severity of your injuries or claiming...
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