August, 2010 Articles

Personal Injury Claims - Who is Liable?

Who is Liable for My Personal Injury Claim or Lawsuit? Determining liability is a crucial part of any personal injury claim. You will need to determine who or what party should be held legally ...
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Why Drunk Drivers Cause Accidents

A driver who is operating a motor vehicle while he or she is under the influence of alcohol or drugs places not only him or herself but everyone on the road at risk. In Las Vegas, this means that the ...
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Motorcycle Accident Consequences

Motorcycles often stand as a national symbol of youth, speed and freedom. They have an appeal of danger and reckless fun that has instantaneous allure and has, in fact, sprouted up an entire culture ...
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What to do after a Car Accident

Helpful Steps to Take After a Car Accident Understanding what to do after a car accident is useful. This knowledge can help you make the right choices immediately following a collision, allowing you ...
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What is a Personal Injury?

Personal Injuries Defined A personal injury may be defined as any physical and/or psychological injury that a person sustains due to another person or entity's conduct. A personal injury may stem from ...
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Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

Hazardous Conditions Lead to Slip & Fall Accidents A slip and fall or trip and fall accident involves a person slipping, tripping or falling on another's property. This may occur due to ...
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Have You Been Bit by a Dog?

Dogs often serve as a constant source of enjoyment, pleasure and amusement in our lives. For many, they are a companion, for others a way to help them get through their day. Regardless, for many, ...
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Documented Effects of Oil Spills on People

If you are suffering from the effects of an oil spill you need to contact a personal injury law firm as quickly as possible. Effects from an oil spill can have devastating consequences both short term ...
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How a Distracted Driver Can Cause a Collision

Driving is an activity that requires one's full attention. Even the smallest distraction, such as looking down to adjust the radio, may cause a driver to veer from his or her lane, fail to notice ...
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Personal Injuries and Torts

The specific field of personal injury is based on harmful acts or failures to act for which the law recognizes and has remedies. These acts (harmful or negligent) are also called torts. There are many ...
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Facts About Trucking Accidents

When referring to trucking accidents, the different types of trucks involved can be commercial trucks such as 18 wheelers, tractor trailers, semi trucks or other large freight carriers. According to ...
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The Vulnerability of Motorcyclists in Traffic

Most would agree that motorcyclists are at a disadvantage and are more vulnerable to accidents while on the road. Motorcycles being much smaller and less protected than cars leave their drivers far ...
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Motorcyclists Are More Vulnerable

Due to the decreased size and lack of outward protection of a motorcycle, riders are more vulnerable to accidents and damages. Automobile drivers are not always alert for motorcyclists and this ...
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Nursing Home Abuse in Texas

On ayearly basis in the state of Texas, each nursing home facility is inspected and a report is prepared documenting the findings and noting any deficiencies found by the surveyors. In the survey ...
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General Facts about Personal Injury

When an individual has sustained some sort of physical injury as a result of another's negligence, then one should secure the help of a skilled personal injury lawyer to hold that individual ...
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Words of Advice for Accident Victims

If you have been involved in a car accident, there are some important things to be aware of. As car accidents are fast and unexpected, they can cause much confusion and upset in a short period of time ...
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Slip and Fall Injury Facts

Slip and fall injuries are one of the most common type of premises liability situations to occur and can sometimes result in permanent disability. People should always be aware of their immediate ...
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Been a Victim of Medical Malpractice?

Medical malpractice happens more frequently than it should. Many cases each year go unreported and the victims are left with the resulting losses. Mistakes do occur and the high cost of medical ...
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Elements of a Successful Personal Injury Case

What Factors Are Involved in a Personal Injury Claim? There are four main elements that must be proven in a personal injury claim in order to win in civil court. Although the specific factors involved ...
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