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Arthroscopic Knee Surgery Settlements

Arthroscopic knee surgery settlements afford you with compensation for suffering an injury because of someone else’s conduct. If the injury occurred while you were on the job, then you may have a claim for workers’ compensation. If someone else’s actions made suffer a knee injury requiring surgery, then you may have a personal injury claim.

Surveillance in Personal Injury Claims

Accident victims should know that insurance companies may use surveillance in personal injury claims in an attempt to prove their injuries are not as bad as they claim. Victims should consult with a personal injury attorney to help prepare for their case. How Often do Insurance Companies Do Surveillance? Video surveillance technology has come a

How to Collect on Personal Injury Judgment

Winning a personal injury lawsuit is just the first step in recovering for your injuries and damages. Collecting on the judgment is the final step – and sometimes the most difficult. Whether or not you are able to collect on the judgment depends on the amount of liability coverage the defendant carries and the assets available to

Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

Elevator Injury Compensation

Elevator accidents can be scary and cause serious injuries to anyone trapped in the elevator when it malfunctions. Anyone who has suffered an elevator injury can consult a premises liability attorney and seek elevator injury compensation. When Can You Recover Elevator Injury Compensation? Elevators and escalators are an essential part of most multi-story buildings, including office

How Can I Get Compensation After a Construction Accident?

Construction worksites are among the most dangerous workplaces in the country. Construction site employers are obligated to comply with safety regulations imposed by OSHA, as well as other federal, state and local regulations. Unfortunately, even if the employer complies with applicable safety regulations, construction accidents can and do happen. Some common causes of construction accidents include:

Types of Personal Injury Damages

The three types of personal injury damages are economic, non-economic, and punitive damages. Economic damages in personal injury cases compensate victims for the financial burden of a personal injury. Non-economic damages compensate you for the psychological and social cost of the injury. These can include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, permanent disfigurement, and loss

Can I Collect Compensation for Roller Skating Injury?

Roller skating is a fun, family-friendly activity that is enjoyed by many people. But, unfortunately, roller skating is often wrought with injuries – as well as legal complexities. Under Illinois law, the owners and operators of roller skating facilities have several obligations designed to promote safety. Roller rink operators are required to keep their roller

Dog Bite Liability

Dog bite liability is determined by the applicable law and the circumstances leading to the dog bite. Factors at play include whether the bite occurred on the dog’s property or someone else. Likewise, if the person who was bitten provoked or agitated the dog, this may lessen the dog owner’s liability. How Common are Dog

What Is a Concussion?

A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs when the head accelerates quickly and then suddenly stops or is rapidly rotated. A concussion can occur even if the head does not come into contact with a hard surface. A concussion can result in confusion, blurred vision, memory loss, and nausea. Although in some severe cases, a