Several states require drivers to obtain vehicle safety inspections regularly. In these states, a failed vehicle inspection can result in a rejected inspection sticker. In addition, a driver who fails to obtain an inspection or has an expired inspection may be subject to fines or face auto insurance suspension. This issue is...
People often associate post-traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD, with soldiers, police officers, and others who routinely experience traumatic events. Although people involved in these professions are certainly highly susceptible to PTSD, this disorder reaches far beyond these high-stress professions. In fact, PTSD can affect any person who experiences a situation...
Millions of Americans live in nursing homes. Some of these facilities do a great job of caring for their residents. Unfortunately, however, many don’t. In fact, abuse and neglect in these facilities are rampant. Therefore, if you have a loved one who resides in a nursing home, you must know how to...
Technology is intended to make our lives easier, and in many cases, it does just that. In fact, technology has greatly improved the speed in which we are able to obtain and share key information. However, the widespread use of technology is not without its problems. One area in which technology can...
There’s a lot to consider after an accident. In addition to addressing accident-related injuries and pain, most people’s top concern following an accident is money. Unfortunately, financial issues often accompany personal injuries, including high medical bills, lost time at work, and more. This often leads people to accept the first settlement offer...
Studies indicate that drivers on the road at night are about three times more likely than daytime drivers to be involved in a serious automobile accident. The reason for this is that driving at night presents several risks that aren’t present during the day. In this article, we examine some of...
Anyone who has undergone a medical procedure knows that pain sometimes comes with the territory. However, when it comes to medical malpractice, not all pain is created equal. In other words, while certain types of pain are unavoidable, others may be compensable in a lawsuit if medical malpractice is involved. In this...
Although we hope for the best when addressing a medical issue with a doctor or other healthcare professional, we don’t always get the outcomes we desire. Unfortunately, this is just the nature of medical treatment. However, sometimes, a poor medical outcome is not the result of the uncertain nature of medicine and...
When you file a car accident lawsuit, prior lawsuits can have an effect on your case. Although every car accident case is unique, plaintiffs sometimes face hurdles for a second car accident, with defense attorneys attempting to label them “habitual litigants.” In fact, even if a second car...
A car accident is often a frightening experience. Not only must victims contend with the pain and suffering of accident-related injuries, but they also must face the stress of trying to determine how to pay expensive car accident medical bills. This often leaves victims wondering who pays the medical bills after an...
