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The Potential Impact Of Legalizing Marijuana On Car Accidents The issue of legalized marijuana may be more prevalent in the western states, but is something that is likely to make its way across the country shortly. Initially, legalization was for medicinal purposes only, but has now been expanded in at least one state to…

How Much Do Juries Usually Award For Personal Injuries? When you are in an accident it is important to know how the bills will get paid, and if there will be any left over to rebuild your life. The amount you recover from a personal injury accident depends on the severity of your injuries,…

What To Do After A Motorcycle Accident Injuries suffered in motorcycle accidents are much different that injuries from most automobile accidents. A biker doesn’t have the benefit of solid steel surrounding them, and so usually end up hitting the ground at a high rate of speed. This type of impact is severe, and in…

How To Stay Safe Around Big Rigs The movement of goods across state lines is vital to our nation’s economy. Your favorite stores are able to keep stocked because big rigs deliver products on a consistent basis. But, because eighteen wheelers are heavier than the average car or truck, when they are involved in…

The Benefits Of Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney The temptation to resolve legal issues on your own can be great, especially if you have been contacted by the other side and they seem “friendly”. In personal injury cases it is not uncommon for an insurance adjuster from the other party’s provider to contact you…

What Is Negligence? In the context of a personal injury lawsuit, responsibility for the injuries caused lies with the negligent party. Thus, it is crucial to determine who acted negligently and have an understanding of what the concept of negligence means in the law. Everyone has certain rights, one of which is to be…

Can I Be Reimbursed For Out Of Pocket Expenses For An Injury? Being involved in an accident causes more than just personal injuries. The cost of medical care and treatment can be high, but is usually not the first thing on your mind when an accident happens. The first order of business when you…

Texting While Driving Isn’t Worth The Risk Multi-tasking isn’t always all it’s cracked up to be. While a lot of people pride themselves on their ability to do more than one thing at one time, driving is not an ideal time to try and accomplish several tasks. Unfortunately, in today’s mobile society, too many…

What Is A Catastrophic Accident? The severity of injuries that result from car, truck, or motorcycle accidents varies. Some injuries are minor, while others are severe, and then there are those personal injuries that fall somewhere in between. The way in which you react to an accident depends on the type of accident, and…

Former Employee Files $1 Million Injury Lawsuit Employers have a number of responsibilities toward their employees. In particular, employers must ensure that workers have the training and the resources they need to conduct their work in safety. Failing to do this can lead to an employee injury, and, by extension, a possible workers’ compensation…