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 their workers' compensation benefit some cases. Eighty Percent Earnings Cap If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) as well as workers' compensation, the ...
 

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 do about it can be the difference between suffering injuries for a lifetime and being compensated fairly for your injuries. What is Dental Malpractice? Dental malpractice is similar to medical malpractic...
 

Poisoned By Food?  Find Out How A Personal Injury Attorney May Be Able To Help

When it comes to food, things do not always go so smoothly.  There are times when you may go to dinner and get home feeling less than jovial.  If you have recently experienced food poisoning and wish to pursue legal action, attorneys that specialize in personal injury law have the experience to look at the facts and help you understand what the next steps should be regarding your situation. Food poisoning can range from simply uncomfortable to life-threatening.  Particularly damaging effe...
 

The 5 Most Common Types of Vehicle Accident Injuries

Over 3 million people a year are hurt in car accidents and vehicle accidents in the United States. The types of injuries you can sustain in one of these accidents varies, but there are five types of injuries that occur more frequently than all others. The two major categories of injuries caused by vehicle accidents are impact injuries and penetrating injuries. The five most common types of vehicle accidents span both of these categories. Soft Tissue Injuries Any time there's an injury to the b...
 

Does Size Matter When Choosing a Law Firm?

When you compare law firms, you'll see many claims that either a small law firm or a large law firm is best for handling your case. Which argument you hear will depend entirely on the size of the firm making the claim. To figure out which firm is right for you, consider the following factors. Personalized Attention Many small law firms heavily promote that their size allows them to give personalized attention to each case. This will often be true but isn't necessarily so. In a small firm, ea...
 

Why I became a lawyer – Richard Harris family story

Integrity. Hard work. Compassion. These are the principles Richard Harris has honored his entire life and continues to live by in his practice at the Richard Harris Law Firm. Growing up in Idaho as the third of five children, Rick (as he is better known) comes from a loving family, where both parents taught their children to aim high in life, and treat other people with respect and dignity. Both sides of Rick’s family trace their roots to pioneers in the 1840’s and 1850’s, who walked acr...
 

What to Expect from Your Attorney…

In this video, Richard Harris gives an intimate, more personal account of the internal workings of the firm. Please share this video with your friends and family and remember to call us if you need us. ... What to Expect from Your Attorney…...
 

RHL: Our Mission

One's mission is the foundational building-block of their purpose. In this video, Richard Harris describes the mission of our law firm and our role in the lives of the injured. ... RHL: Our Mission...
 

4 Crucial Steps for Selecting a Law Firm

The decision to hire a lawyer should be based on thorough research and a personal connection. Your lawyer should be someone with confidence and experience but also someone you can trust and build a mutually respectful relationship with. Click below to read this blog and our suggested checklist of attorney-selection questions. ... 4 Crucial Steps for Selecting a Law Firm...
 

Why Customer Service is So Important at RIchard Harris Law Firm

Being treated well is one of the most important aspect of any relationship. At Richard Harris Law Firm we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer satisfaction in our field and we are proud to represent our clients and give our very best to the success of their case. In the following video, you will find out why customer service is the most important aspect of our work and how we can work to help you with your personal injury case. ... Why Customer Service is So Important a...
 

A Lawyer’s Guide to understanding your Car Insurance Declarations Page

What is a Declaration page? Also called a Dec Page, this is the disclosure which your insurance company should send you twice a year, when the policy is renewed, which declares what coverages you are carrying and what the limits of liability are for each coverage.  The Dec Page is broken down into sections showing: ... A Lawyer’s Guide to understanding your Car Insurance Declarations Page...
 

UPDATE: What to Do After an Accident

A while back we posted a blog article entitled, "What to do after a Car Accident."  With summer travels in our near future, we thought it appropriate to not only share this article with you again in case you missed it, but to also update our readers on new, related information that has come about since we created the original post. First, a word from our sponsor..... ... UPDATE: What to Do After an Accident...
 

How Do I Know If You Have a Legal Case?

One of the most important things about your case is knowing whether or not you actually have one. It is particularly important to know this "before you leap." Our team of legal experts can help you determine the strength of your case and so much more. Your lawyer can: Talk to everyone involved Obtain witness statements Review your medical records, and Gather important evidence on your behalf. ... How Do I Know If You Have a Legal Case?...
 

The Truth About Trusting Your Insurance Company….

Sometimes we forget that our insurance companies aren't really OUR insurance companies. They are here to perform a valuable service and, typically, do so very well, however, when it comes to file a claim, we often are reminded of the fact that we are not our insurance company's top priority: they are. Watch this helpful video from Richard Harris Law Firm to make sure you have everything you need to ensure you are not taken advantage of by your insurance company. ... The Truth About Trusting ...
 

A Closer Look at Slip and Fall/Premises Liability

Unfortunately, slip and fall accidents in grocery stores happen all too often. The combination of smooth, shiny floors with liquids on shelves, refrigeration units, and constant in-and-out traffic can create a dangerous situation.    If the cause of the dangerous situation is the fault of the grocery store, or the grocery store employees were aware of the dangerous situation and did nothing to correct it, the store may be responsible for damages. In fact, according to a decision by the Nevada ...
 

Las Vegas Metro Police Department Collision Response

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department announced starting Monday, March 3, they will no longer respond to non-injury auto accidents.  The announcement created quite a buzz on social media sites and in the news.  Many consumers do not look forward to this change, since they will be required to deal with a potential adversary, without law enforcement present.  Who decides who is injured – those involved in the accident, or the police? A broken bone, or skin laceration are serious injuries, b...
 

First Time Hiring a Lawyer? Learn What to Look For…

Never had to hire an attorney for a personal injury case and not sure how to approach it? Here are some guidelines on what to expect from the type of lawyer who can help make your case successful. Communicating With Your Lawyer • First and foremost, your attorney should always keep you informed about the progress of your case. • Your attorney should discuss typical protocol for the case with you upfront so you know what to, realistically, expect. This includes an estimate of how long he o...
 

Under What Circumstances Should I Hire A Lawyer?

"Delay only plays into the hand of the insurance company." If you've been an accident and are wondering how soon you should hire a lawyer, watch this video for advice from attorney, Richard Harris. ... Under What Circumstances Should I Hire A Lawyer?...
 

Looking Forward to Leaving a Legacy of Caring

Sometimes, the best way to move forward is by having a vision of the end result you want to create. And sometimes that end result is something as simple as leaving a legacy; a history of experience that resonates so clearly with people that the idea is carried on into the future. We’re about leaving a legacy of caring; a legacy of truly being involved in our clients' cases and making their success, our success. Watch this video to learn more about the legacy of Richard Harris Law Firm. ... L...
 



 

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