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Personal Injury Cases: Moving on to Better Things

I never planned to find myself seeking damages due to a personal injury. Even after I was hurt by a defective product that I purchased, I wasn't sure how to go about seeking help. Fortunately, a friend of mine knew a great personal injury attorney who looked into the situation and decided that I had a case. Since receiving my settlement, I've tried to put the whole episode behind me and look to the future. That's been easier said than done. The permanent nature of my injury means my life is changed for good. Even so, I am slowly learning to live with it and get back to enjoying life. If you have been injured due to negligence on the part of another person or a company, let's talk. I'll share how I got my settlement and what I'm doing to get on with my life.

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Workers' Comp Injuries: Am I Covered?
If you have been injured while at work, you may be wondering if you are eligible to file a claim with your employer for workers' compensation. While it may seem obvious when you are injured by a piece of machinery or due to chemical exposure at work, not all workers' comp injury situations are that clear cut. Read on for more information about specific situations and qualifying for workers' compensation.

5 Things To Do After Slipping And Falling
Whether it is at a grocery store or in front of someone's property, a slip and fall accident can cause both physical and mental strain. If you hurt yourself badly enough, you could even be out of work for some time. That is why you should take the proper steps to get compensation for your pain and suffering. Here are five things to do after slipping and falling. Report the Accident

What You Should Know About An Unemployment Appeal
If you are attempting to file for unemployment, but your original claim was denied, you may have the option of filing an appeal. The following information can be helpful, as it explains the different reasons unemployment is denied and what you will do during the appeal process. Possible Reasons You Were Denied Before you start filing the unemployment appeal, you should be aware of the common reasons why you might have been denied.

3 Tips To Avoid Getting Injured In A Motorcycle Accident
A motorcycle is a lot of fun to ride. However, getting in an accident is much less fun. Unlike in a car accident, you don't have a lot of protection around you when you have an accident on a motorcycle. It is even more important that you, as a motorcycle rider, pay even more attention when you are driving than a car driver would. There are a few tips that you can follow that can help you minimize your risk of accident.

Who Can Sue For Wrongful Death And Who Can Be Sued?
If a person you are related to or close to has died too soon due to the fault of another person or business, it may be possible you can issue a wrongful death claim. This will involve filing a lawsuit against the defendant to attempt to recover compensation for this untimely death. If you are in this situation, there are specific things that will help you better understand if you are eligible to sue and which party should be sued for a death that occurred too soon.

Charged With Petty Larceny: 3 Possible Defenses To This Crime
Have you recently been accused of petty larceny? If so, you should know that despite the fact that this charge is a misdemeanor, being convicted of this crime can still come with some rather significant consequences. In fact, a conviction could even mean a jail sentence. Therefore, it is extremely important that you are prepared to defend yourself against these allegations. The good news is, there are three absolute defense strategies that you and your lawyer may be able to use in order to have the charges against you dropped.

3 Tips For Legally Protecting Yourself When In A Car Accident
Being in a car accident can be very serious. Some people are seriously hurt when they are in an accident, which is why so many people choose to file a personal injury lawsuit. If you are in a car accident there are a couple things that you should and shouldn't do to make sure that you are protecting yourself. Here are a couple things you should know: 1. Don't Sign Any Releases

Driving Safe Around Semis
Knowing how to drive around semi trucks is something that not enough people are taught how to do. This is unfortunate, because a truck accident is one of the most dangerous types of automobile accidents you can get into.  The first key to driving around semis is understanding the situation faced by truck drivers. Truck drivers are regular people, so this means there are some drivers that are great, and some that are not very good at all.

When Can I Sue My Plastic Surgeon?
While cosmetic surgery that goes awry will often only have an effect on your physical appearance, the embarrassment and emotional trauma that results from plastic surgery medical malpractice is enough to justify a medical malpractice lawsuit. By receiving compensation, you may be able to have corrections made by a more competent plastic surgeon that can help restore your appearance to normal. Medical malpractice can lead to results such as: Excessive scarring

Three Little Known Facts About Bankruptcy
You might have given considerable thought to your finances, and have thus decided you want to file a bankruptcy petition.  Certain beliefs, however, might prevent you from filing the actual petition.  Your best action right now is to educate yourself.  Check out these bankruptcy facts to help you get started. You Can't Discharge Certain Debts It might surprise you to know that not every debt you owe is dischargeable.  If you have debts that the government guaranteed, they aren't dischargeable.