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Personal Injury

10 March, 2021

Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?

Compensation for physical injuries recovered in a personal injury lawsuit is not taxable under state or federal laws. This includes compensation awarded by a verdict or compensation awarded as part of a settlement agreement.

Personal Injury

19 February, 2021

When Are Pedestrians Most Likely to Be Hit by a Car?

Pedestrians are at the greatest risk of injury or death from a traffic accident during twilight and at daybreak when visibility is limited. When a motor vehicle strikes a pedestrian, it’s the pedestrian who suffers the greatest injuries.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

10 February, 2021

When Truckers Who Aren’t Qualified Get Behind the Wheel [infographic]

Drivers who do not complete the required training and secure the necessary certifications are unqualified to operate large trucks in the United States. Unqualified truck drivers do not possess the necessary skills and have not demonstrated the knowledge to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

20 January, 2021

The Dangers of Driving High

Marijuana-impaired driving increases the risk of car accidents that cause injuries and fatalities. As states continue to legalize marijuana for medical and recreational purposes, there has been a significant increase in motor vehicle accidents.

Workers’ Compensation

10 January, 2021

Financial Solutions While Waiting on Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Individuals waiting for a worker’s compensation settlement may qualify for financial assistance during the waiting period. Getting injured on the job does not translate to an immediate payout. Typically, workers’ compensation insurance claims involve a lengthy litigation battle between the claimant and the insurance provider.

Personal Injury

21 December, 2020

Slip & Fall at Church? You May Be Entitled to Compensation

A person injured in a slip and fall accident at church may be entitled to compensation for damages. Churches have a legal duty to maintain their premises to protect guests from harm. If a congregant slips and falls as a result of an avoidable hazard the church is liable.

Personal Injury

10 December, 2020

Holding Food Chains Liable for Toxic Packaging

New testing indicates that nearly half of all food packaging from popular fast-food chains contains toxic chemicals known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are known to threaten human health.

Product Liability

20 November, 2020

Recall Alert: Harbor Freight Jack Stands at Risk of Collapsing

This year, Harbor Freight Tools issued a recall for more than 1.7 million six and three-ton heavy-duty steel jack stands because they may buckle or collapse when lifting a load. Harbor Freight Tools is advising everyone who uses these jacks to discontinue use immediately for safety reasons.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

10 November, 2020

Do You Have to Release Your Medical Records After a Crash?

Insurance companies will request injured parties to provide medical records substantiating their injuries; however, insurance companies cannot require a full medical history. The insurance company will do everything it can to reduce its potential exposure, including trying to access more medical information than it is entitled to in order to find other possible explanations for the extent of the person’s injuries.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

20 October, 2020

Pedestrian Accidents: When Tricks and Treats Lead to Tragedy

Pedestrian accidents may bring a family and a community’s Halloween revelry to an abrupt halt. To celebrate Halloween, children throughout Nevada and across the U.S. take to the streets, costumed as their favorite characters and frights.

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