About Me
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.
2015
What You Need To Know About Credit Counseling For Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a difficult decision to make. The process can feel complicated, but by knowing the additional requirements expected of you, you can navigate the process with more ease.
How Credit Counseling Works
Before you're allowed to file for bankruptcy, you must be able to demonstrate you attended credit counseling from a counselorapproved by the U.S. Trustee's office. Once you find a credit counseling agency, make sure you bring all of your relevant financial information.
What to Do If You Fell at the Grocery Store and Didn't Notice Injuries Until Later
If you slip on the floor while you're grocery shopping and fall to the floor, you'll probably be embarrassed and try to hide your accident. Your fright and embarrassment can even be enough to mask the pain you feel from your injuries. Plus, some injuries don't even show up right away. Your neck or hip may not be sore until later that night or the next day. If your injury was caused by negligence on the store's part, then they are liable and should pay for your medical care.
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.
Understanding The Myths And Realities About Sexual Harassment In The Workplace
These days, sexual harassment is a major concern in workplaces across the United States. Indeed, a sexual harassment lawsuit could very well put a company in serious financial trouble--which is why it's recommended that all business owners have a trusted sexual harassment lawyer, like those at Campbell, Dille, Barnett & Smith, P.L.L.C., on their side for legal guidance and defense. Even with increased training on what constitutes sexual harassment, however, there are still a lot of myths floating around out there about it.
On-The-Job Injuries: 5 Slip-Ups You Must Avoid For A Successful Claim
In the United States during the year 2012, there were roughly 4,400 work-related deaths and 3.8 million work-related non-fatal injuries. With statistics so high, it is possible that you may suffer an injury at work at some point in time during your life. If this happens, here are five errors that you should avoid to ensure proper compensation for your injury:
Failing to Report the Incident to Your Boss.
Believe it or not, this actually happens very frequently.
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.
2 Most Common Attempts To Conceal Assets In Divorce
Rare is the divorce in which both parties wholly and genuinely cooperate with one another, each granting the wishes of the other with no thought as to whether or not it is in any way beneficial to themselves. Rather, the majority of divorces are characterized by bickering, deceit, and each party's overwhelming desire to make the other suffer.
One way couples often engage in this sort of hurtful behavior is by failing to divulge the whereabouts of certain assets, or simply feigning ignorance as to their existence in the first place.