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Many people assume that a dog with a calm temperament or a friendly reputation would never cause harm. Unfortunately, even well-behaved pets can bite when they feel startled, stressed or protective. If a dog that seemed harmless suddenly bites you, you may wonder...
After you get hit by a car as a pedestrian, you should take the proper steps to recover medically and financially. You potentially have the option of filing a lawsuit against a negligent driver. Here, you'll learn about the specific steps to take if a car hits you and...
It is vital to recognize the risks that you face while riding an e-scooter. These devices have become increasingly popular, but riders are very vulnerable when an accident happens, especially if the collision involves a much larger vehicle. From inclement weather to...
A severe car accident can cause devastating physical, emotional and financial losses. Victims of negligent drivers can file a fault-based claim or lawsuit and hold the driver liable for the specific and general damages incurred. Specific damages Specific damages, also...
Knowing what to do after workplace injury can help strengthen your workers’ compensation claim. It can also help protect your rights to financial recovery from third parties that might have contributed to your workplace injury. Reporting occupational injuries and...
The main difference between contributory negligence vs comparative negligence comes down to how your percentage of liability impacts your possible recovery. Contributory negligence completely disqualifies you from recovering damages if you were partly liable for the...
A brain injury can be minor, causing headaches for a few days without lasting issues, or severe, where it changes your life completely. Regardless of the injury, damage to the brain will occur. You may wonder if that damage will last forever or if it will heal. News...
Motorcyclists are extremely vulnerable on the roads because their bodies are more exposed, with fewer protective barriers to bear the force of a crash than other types of vehicles with enclosed frames. According to the Illinois Department of Transportation, motorcycle...
How much is a slip and fall injury worth? In most cases, the average award for an injury ranges from $10,000 to $50,000. However, how the injury occurred, the severity of the injury, and the amount of medical care required have a significant impact on how much a slip...
Spinal cord injuries happen in motor vehicle accidents but may also occur during surgery or even as a birth injury. These types of injuries are difficult to cure outside of additional surgery and long months of recovery. Anyone left with a permanent SCI has a lifetime...