2016
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Dealing With Winter-Weather Related Injuries As A Tenant
As the colder months approach, a significant hazard for many people will be ice and snow. If you are a tenant, you may not realize the boundary between your obligations and those of your property manager to maintain a safe property. Knowing the difference can help keep you safe and when it is appropriate to contact a lawyer. Property Management Responsibility Many people who have never been a tenant or have never had the misfortune of dealing with hazardous conditions while not owning their own residence may be unaware of the property management's responsibility.
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Drinking And Driving Is A Good Thing When What You Are Drinking Is Water
If you have been in an accident with a driver that appeared to under the influence of alcohol, but further testing indicated that they were not, they may be dehydrated. Unfortunately, what many people do not realize is dehydration can have a significant impact on their mental clarity. How much of an impact? You may be surprised to know. Understanding this risk, as well as the amount of fluids a person needs to consume to keep from being dehydrated, may help you and your attorney prove that the other driver really was at fault.
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You Hit A Dog With Your Car: What The Law Says In California
Experts estimate that around 1.2 million dogs die on American roads every year, and many more are badly injured. For drivers, a dog can present a hazard that's almost impossible to see until it's too late, so it's often not the driver's fault when something goes wrong. State laws about these accidents vary, and certain rules apply in California. Find out what the law says you should do if you hit a dog in California, and find out how and when you may become liable for its injuries.
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Are You Working For A Company That Has Opted Out Of Worker's Compensation Protection?
Worker's compensation programs are a crucial protection that ensure that employees are properly cared for after being injured on the job. However, two states have changed their laws to allow private companies to forego the usual compensation requirements and develop their own private injury and death plans that are far less comprehensive and very weakly regulated. Find out which states allow for this kind of change and what you can do about it.
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Personal Injury Lawsuits From Hot Drinks: How Will The Court Calculate Your Settlement?
A hot drink may seem harmless enough, but the liquid inside the cup has the potential to cause a serious injury. If somebody spills the drink on you, or the cup doesn't hold the hot liquid inside adequately, you could have to deal with a serious burn injury. If you or someone you love suffers an injury from a hot drink, find out how much settlement you could receive if a court rules in your favor, and learn more about the steps your attorney will take to calculate damages.
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What Could Potential Changes to Maine's Medical Malpractice Laws Mean for Your Claim?
If you reside (or seek medical care) in Maine, you may already be aware of a pending legislative proposal put forth by the Patients for Fair Compensation organization that will make sweeping changes to the way medical malpractice cases are handled in this state. While current medical malpractice laws essentially require you to obtain legal counsel and file your claim in a state trial court, these proposed changes would remove malpractice from the courts entirely.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Suing A City Or County Following A Car Accident
If unsafe roadways caused you to be injured in an accident, you may be able to bring a personal injury claim against the entity responsible. In most cases, this is the city or county where the accident took place, as they are often responsible for maintaining the roadways. However, bringing a claim against the government is different than bringing a case against an individual. As such, you may have many questions.
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