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If you’ve been hurt in an accident, you may be wondering, “Do I need an attorney?”
While you can certainly
go after a personal injury claim yourself, unless you know personal injury laws
inside and out, it could do more harm than good. There’s an old adage in law:
“A man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client”.
Below, we look at why
an experienced attorney is the best place to go for personal injury resolution.
Attorneys Know How to…
Seeing your child in
pain is one of the worse things to experience. But what happens if someone
caused that pain? Naturally, you’ll want to fight for your child’s rights and
ensure they get the compensation they deserve.
Below are some
important points for dealing with New Jersey personal injury claims that
involve children.
Common New Jersey
Personal Injury Claims Involving Children
Any injury is awful,
but injuries to children can be particularly tragic. Whether your children are
on playgrounds, at school or in daycare, you trust these…
Suffering any type of
personal injury puts a halt on the life you’re used to. From illness to severe
pain, putting your life on hold can cause you to miss work and cost you and
your loved ones money.
Accidents are very
often someone else’s fault due to reckless behavior, negligence or a simple
mistake. This means that you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
Common Personal Injury
Accidents
Personal injury claims
cover a broad range. Common incidents include:
Motor
vehicle accidents Slip
and fall accidents…
Construction sites are notoriously dangerous work environments, and falls from heights are the leading cause of injuries and fatalities in construction, and though it may sound counterintuitive, they are especially common among residential construction workers. Though these smaller projects may not involve the same towering heights as those involved in corporate and commercial projects, they still have the potential to be deadly.
The statistics on the personal injuries sustained as a result of falls are shocking: more than 200 construction workers…
It could be weeks after an incident, but a nagging headache could be the sign of something more serious than your average personal injury. Whether it was a car accident or a slip and fall at a retail location if you hit your head during an accident and have a headache after, it could be worthwhile to seek medical care and err on the side of caution. Even if you went to a hospital immediately following such an accident, something…
While it seems as if winter is holding on for dear life in our region, there’s no doubt that we’re seeing glimmers of spring. The sun is warmer, the birds are singing, the daffodils are blooming, and the roadways are starting to see more cyclists, runners and walkers. If you have been anxiously awaiting higher temperatures so you can move your workout from the gym to the great outdoors, don’t let your happiness override your vigilance. With more people outside…
Finding the right lawyer for your case is more than finding someone who has been successful in cases. Instead, it comes down to who checks the most off your personal list. In some cases, who you have a better “vibe” with can determine who is the best choice. In other cases, their history and connections could sway who you hire. While each case is individual and specific to the circumstances that appear, there are a few things to go over…
We are all familiar with product recalls. They are what happens when a manufacturer or distributor discovers that their product has a safety issue or defect that could potentially cause illness or injury. Though there is no doubt that recalls are issued to protect consumers, they are also designed to protect a company’s reputation and avoid being found legally liable for any injuries. Recalls can be issued for all types of products, ranging from automobiles to food products, and the…
Slip and fall accidents happen every day, in all types of circumstances. According to the National Floor Safety Institute’s statistics, falls account for more than eight million visits to hospital emergency rooms every year, and represent the leading reason why people need urgent care. In most cases the injuries that result from falls are fractures. Though slip and fall accidents can occur in our own homes, while we are out in public or private property or visiting a business, many…