If you ask the average American to imagine a dangerous workplace, it is unlikely that a regular white collar office space would top the list. However, there are a surprising amount of serious injuries that office workers experience each year. It may surprise you that...
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A rock through a windshield leads to surgery and raises questions
Motor vehicle accidents bring to mind car on car collisions or even car on pedestrian accidents, but how does insurance policy categorize an encounter between a rock and a windshield? What if someone allegedly through the rock but authorities have no leads? Who is...
Can you sue if you get an injury at home?
Most people think of injuries at home as their own responsibility. However, especially if you are working from a home office, that might not be the case. It is true that, if you own your home, you could find it difficult to hold someone else accountable for the...
What are noneconomic damages?
After an accident, you may be able to estimate financial damages due to medical expenses and lost wages. If you seek to hold a negligent party liable for these, naming a dollar amount may take some skilled calculations, but it may seem fairly straightforward. ...
The city may be liable for injuries on unsafe roads
Many people bicycle, in California and across the country. For cyclists, poorly maintained streets are a bigger danger than they are for motor vehicles. When a person crashes his or her bicycle, it can result in traumatic brain injuries or permanent disabilities. If a...
How may social media content serve as evidence in a lawsuit?
Mobile devices make it easy to capture images or videos of an accident scene, but sharing them on the internet may complicate your personal injury claim. If you decide to post an image to social media, for example, it may possibly contradict the information about your...
What determines premises liability on commercial property?
Commercial properties like stores, restaurants and other businesses should be safe for visitors and workers. If hazards exist, the property owner should take steps to warn pedestrians from venturing into the dangerous areas. In the event an owner fails to put proper...
What should you look for in swimming lessons for children?
One of the leading causes of death among young children in the United States is drowning. Learning to swim does not make it impossible for your child to drown, but it does reduce the risk by providing an extra layer of protection. The American Academy of Pediatrics...
Lawsuits against government entities in California
Government entities enjoy fewer liabilities than private citizens, but there are several circumstances when an injured party can sue under California law. Public liability protections proceed from sovereign immunity doctrine — one that has relaxed over time but still...
What impact does FELA have on railroad injuries?
After getting getting hurt on the job at a railroad, it may be tough to know if your problem came about through lax safety measures or poor supervision on the part of your employer. FELA, or the Federal Employers Liability Act, ensures that employees injured on the...