Month: July 2015

Distracted Driving: the Leading Cause of Car Accidents is You

In 2009 nearly 11 million car accidents occurred across the United States. That figure is the highest recorded number, and it’s not likely to slow down given the country’s growing population. Car accidents happen for many reasons, however, driver error is the single largest cause of car accidents in the United States. What Causes Driver Distracted Driving: the Leading Cause of Car Accidents is You

As a Construction Worker Injured on a Job Site, can I Sue my Employer?

Construction sites are one of the most dangerous places to work in America. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), one in 10 construction workers are injured every year, resulting in over 1,000 deaths. For every such incident, the questions remain; who is responsible?  What remedies does the injured worker have? If my As a Construction Worker Injured on a Job Site, can I Sue my Employer?

The Importance of Monitoring Injuries After a Car Accident

Car accidents happen every day, and most of them are very minor. But even in minor car accidents, the impact is traumatic to the body. Unfortunately, most people believe that if they are only involved in a small fender bender they aren’t likely to be injured. However, many injuries take anywhere from hours to days The Importance of Monitoring Injuries After a Car Accident

Been Denied Social Security Disability? We Have Answers!

Many people struggle for years trying to cope with the pressures of working while dealing with a disabling physical or mental impairment. Finally, they realize they can no longer go on and apply for disability. After months of waiting, they are shocked to learn the Social Security Administration has issued a denial in their case; Been Denied Social Security Disability? We Have Answers!

John Doe Defendant: How to Sue an Unknown Person

Many people don’t know how to name all of the responsible parties in a lawsuit when they do not know who they are. Fortunately, there is a way around this: naming a John Doe defendant. This article will help you understand what steps are done if one can’t identify each defendant in your lawsuit. The John Doe John Doe Defendant: How to Sue an Unknown Person

Do You Have To Pay Tax on Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

If you are injured on the job, workers’ compensation pays your medical bills and income benefits until you are able to return to work. In the majority of cases, the benefits are excluded from your taxable income. However, those who receive Social Security disability payments may have to pay tax on a small percentage of Do You Have To Pay Tax on Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

Dental Malpractice: What You Need To Know

A trip to the dentist can be an anxiety attack waiting to happen. If you are afraid of the dentist or you have suffered a traumatic experience at one, you know just how difficult it can be to deal with having your teeth taken care of. Dental malpractice can and does happen. Knowing what to Dental Malpractice: What You Need To Know