Category: Personal Injury
Category: Personal Injury
A Brief Overview of Spinal Injuries
- April 15, 2019
- Personal Injury
It's estimated that somewhere around 12,500 spinal cord injuries happen every single year in the US. A spinal cord injury is not an easy injury to deal with by any means. Most people need to adjust to an entirely new way of living and will probably need medical care for the rest of their lives. THE 4 REGIONS OF A[ ... ]
3 Examples of a Slip and Fall Lawsuit
- March 21, 2019
- Personal Injury
One of the biggest reasons people don't seek damages after a slip and fall accident is simply because they are embarrassed about the situation. However, when severe injuries have been sustained, embarrassment is the least of your problems. Slip and fall accidents can result in broken bones, strained muscles, and even traumatic brain injuries. It's in your best interest to hire a lawyer for a slip and fall lawsuit now rather than later. If you are injured by a slip and[ ... ]
Employer Liability for Employee’s Actions
- February 19, 2019
- Personal Injury
Did you know that as an employer you can be held responsible for your employee's bad conduct against other co-workers or customers? Today, we will be talking about a few of these employer liability situations, and more importantly how to steer clear of them. JOB-RELATED ACCIDENTS OR BEHAVIOR A legal doctrine exists called Respondeat Superior (Latin for "let the superior answer"). In this doctrine, it's stated that an employer is legally responsible for[ ... ]
Handling Medical Bills for a Slip and Fall Accident
- January 15, 2019
- Personal Injury
Slip and fall accidents occur every day and can happen anywhere. It doesn't matter if you're in a parking lot, at a restaurant, shopping at the mall, or even in a grocery store. Unsafe conditions can lead to dangerous situations and severe injuries. If you were involved in a slip and fall accident, you may have found that the cause of the accident was the responsibility of the owner of the premises. COMMON REASONS FOR SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS There are many rea[ ... ]
Preventing Falls for Employees in Your Restaurant
- December 21, 2018
- Personal Injury
You might not realize it, but preventing falls is just as important in the kitchen as it is in the dining room of a restaurant. In fact, slip and fall accidents are one of the most common reasons for food service injuries in commercial kitchens. The good news is that with certain safety measures, they can be prevented, saving you a lot of money and grief. CONSIDER PAST SLIP AND FALL INCIDENTS Chances are you're reading this because you are either a cook in a ki[ ... ]
What Questions Should I Ask in a Legal Consultation?
- December 11, 2018
- Personal Injury
During a legal consultation, you have the opportunity to carefully go through your case with a lawyer. As you share the details of the incident, your lawyer can let you know what kind of compensation you can expect, and how strong of a case you have. A legal consultation is also the time to learn more about the lawyer, and determine whether you'll have a positive working relationship. It's important to come prepared to your legal consultation so that you can ask the ap[ ... ]
Calling a Boulder Law Firm After a TBI at Work
- November 21, 2018
- Personal Injury
A traumatic brain injury (or TBI) can have far-reaching effects. One of the most common places a TBI happens is in a car; a sudden jolt caused by an accident, or by an impact to the head, leads to trauma which can be hard to detect, and hard to treat. TBI's can also occur during a slip or fall incident, or in the workplace. Whether you were driving, lifting, or just walking when a TBI occurred on the job, what should you do next? SYMPTOMS OF TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY[ ... ]
Why Should I Hire a Personal Liability Attorney?
- November 6, 2018
- Personal Injury
When an individual faces the prospect of representing themselves in a court proceeding, it can be difficult to determine when the right time is to call a personal liability attorney. It's important to understand that when it comes to defending your rights, the earlier you have experienced representation, the better. Essentially, this person is an advocate - someone in your corner who knows the law and is willing to fight for your rights. Below are a few specific instan[ ... ]
7 Types of Compensatory Damages In a Personal Injury Lawsuit
- October 10, 2018
- Personal Injury
If you file a personal injury lawsuit, your lawyer will talk to you about compensatory damages, which are damages that provide money to cover losses. These losses fit into these seven different types of damages you may receive after a personal injury lawsuit: MEDICAL TREATMENT The most common type of compensatory damages in a personal injury lawsuit are damages that cover the costs of medical treatment. This category includes not only hospital bills, but also b[ ... ]
Finding the Ideal Accident Lawyer
- September 11, 2018
- Personal Injury
Personal injury law, otherwise known as tort law, allows for a legal process in which an injured person can secure compensation for damages they have experienced as the result of another person's harm or negligence. While there are many different types of personal injury cases, there are some of the most common reasons you may seek an accident lawyer in Boulder: [ ... ]
