To successfully file a personal injury lawsuit against somebody, your attorney will attempt to show that the defendant had a duty of care towards you. Your lawyer will also allege that the defendant neglected this duty of care. In turn, the defendant's attorney will normally try to present evidence that shows he or she was not negligent. Find out how warning signs affect personal injury liability, and learn more about the steps a California lawyer would take to counter this type of evidence.
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Unfortunately, vehicle accidents are a common occurrence – more than 2 million people were injured in 2014 accidents alone. By practicing safe driving skills you can minimize your chances of getting into an accident while you're behind the wheel, but you can't always control the situations you find yourself in or how other drivers perform so it's a good idea to make a plan in case you are ever injured in an accident.
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Being hurt at work can be more than painful. In addition to dealing with cuts, falls, or abrasions, you might also be embarrassed or frustrated about your accident—which might prompt you to be inconspicuous. However, these two mistakes could cost you your personal injury lawsuit, if you ever choose to file one:
1: Taking Your Time To Report Injuries
Getting smacked in the head with that box made for a good laugh, which is why you might be nervous about whining about the accident to your employer.
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Dealing with a life-altering disability can be hard enough, by trying to pay your normal bills and caring for your family can be almost impossible. Unfortunately, nearly 1 in 5 Americans struggle with some type of disability, which can make it hard to function day-to-day. To help people to cope, government programs like Social Security and Worker's Compensation offer disability benefits, but filing for these programs can be confusing and frustrating.
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When you get arrested on DWI charges, you may feel like life as you know it is over. For many, these charges mean a lost job and the threat of fines, probation, jail, or losing a driver's license. If you hope to survive your DWI charges, it's important to know what you can still do to change your situation.
You Can Take Steps To Lighten Your Sentence
If you have a record free of drug- and alcohol-related infractions, you already have a leg up.
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