In general, property owners have a duty to keep their premises free of unreasonable dangers. When they fail to do so, and someone gets hurt, the victim can file a lawsuit for damages. However, this becomes more complicated when slips and falls on ice or snow are involved.
To...
There’s a lot of movement on construction sites, much of which involves debris. Despite safety rules, mistakes can happen that cause tools and other items to strike workers. When this occurs, an injured worker can take legal action to recover compensation.
Doing so will require a law firm that...
Construction sites are filled with potential hazards, one of which is electrocution. If you were electrocuted on the job, understanding how your accident occurred could prove vital to making the case for the workers’ compensation and personal injury award you deserve.
So, too, is retaining experienced legal representation that...
Construction workers rely on safety gear to protect them from injuries on the job. When that equipment fails, the results can be catastrophic. Fortunately, workers have the right to pursue a product liability claim against the makers of the defective gear.
Understanding the steps involved in filing a lawsuit...
When a motorcycle rider suffers an accident due to someone else’s negligence, they have the right to seek monetary compensation. But there’s a catch: If the rider was partially responsible for their own injuries, the available compensation could be reduced.
This becomes a serious problem in accidents in which...
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is more than just a bump to the head. It dramatically alters an individual’s cognitive functioning, behavior, and personality. Car accident victims frequently experience TBIs, and they are often unsure of what to do next.
Understanding your rights, potential damages, and the...
Suffering a spinal cord injury on the job could have serious and permanent repercussions. The accident victim may suffer physically, financially, and emotionally. By understanding the consequences of an accident, you can increase the likelihood of recovering fair compensation.
It starts with retaining a knowledgeable New York personal injury...
Falling from a ladder can leave a construction worker with anything from minor injuries to serious, permanent conditions. The good news is that in addition to workers’ compensation, the victim may be able to pursue a third-party liability claim.
However, the steps that the victim takes immediately after the...
Burns are among the most common types of injuries that take place on construction sites. If you’re the victim of a burn accident, you could be facing significant medical bills, lost income, and a painful recovery. Claiming compensation will require that you prove fault.
One of the best ways...
Not all personal injury cases are black and white in terms of liability. In many situations, the victim shares some degree of responsibility for causing the accident. If this is true then the doctrine of comparative negligence will prove relevant to the victim’s recovery.
Understanding comparative negligence is essential...
