It is widely known that in order for someone to win their court case, a person must meet their burden of proof. Although this is true in the majority of cases, the exception to this rule is where strict liability is applied. Strict liability is used when a person is determined to be responsible for …

An injury resulting from a harsh back-and-forth movement of the neck, often resulting from a car accident, is commonly called “whiplash.” Although whiplash injuries are often portrayed through television and other mediums as not being entirely serious, the truth is that suffering from whiplash is extremely painful for its victims. Whiplash can have a large …

If you’ve ever driven on a highway, freeway or interstate, then it’s likely that you’ve had to share the road with very large semi-trucks. Semi-trucks are often intimidating because of their enormous size. Witnessing an accident between a semi and smaller vehicle is usually horrifying, but there are a number of things you can do …

The duties of construction workers are often laborious and extremely physically demanding. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the industry suffers from a higher than average rate of work-related injuries and fatalities. The use of heavy machinery, power tools, and other equipment along with the likelihood of working at heights, in trenches or nearby …

Every parent is aware of the dangers of drowning, but dry drowning is a very serious life-threatening condition that is less well-known among caregivers. Although cases of dry drowning are rare, the condition is often fatal for younger children. Parents need to understand the signs and symptoms of dry drowning to keep their children safe …

Researchers have recently utilized data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reach an important conclusion: over 15 percent of adults reported experiencing hearing issues.  Among these 15 percent, almost three percent were injured within three months of self-reporting hearing issues. JAMA Otolaryngology Researchers Upon stumbling on these statistics, researchers at JAMA …

It was a grisly scene on Interstate 80 in New Jersey where a school bus was ripped apart after a dump truck hauling a full load collided with it. The school bus driver had attempted to make an illegal U-turn in the highway median, only to be struck from behind by the dump truck. The …

Many people know that most attorneys accept personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you do not have to worry about paying for your lawyer’s fees while he or she is representing you. Attorney Fees In exchange, if your attorney is successful in your case in terms of getting you a settlement …

Did you know that the vast majority of personal injury lawsuits are not settled in the courtroom? Instead, these are part of the injury settlement negotiation process that may be handled by your personal injury lawyer, you, and the insurance company. Identifying the next steps you need to take to protect yourself is important because …

Discovering that you have suffered serious injuries and medical conditions as a result of someone else’s negligence can be an overwhelming experience. It is also an experience that may prompt you to file a personal injury lawsuit. The determination of the extent and value of your injuries can be one of the most important components …