Riding a motorcycle is known to be a risky adventure, and having an accident can be devastating, especially when proper equipment is not worn. When riding a motorcycle, it is recommended that both the driver and passenger wear a helmet to protect from head injuries in the event of an accident. If you were involved […]

After a pedestrian accident, you are already dealing with a lot. After you’ve been hit by a car, you generally file a claim with the driver’s insurance company. You may also hire a lawyer to make sure that you’re awarded compensation. What happens if you don’t receive compensation, however? Sometimes, even if you take it

If you are thinking about estate planning for the first time or you are considering modifications or additions to your existing estate plan, good for you. A staggering number of American adults have no estate plan in place, so your effort is sincerely commendable. As you begin working with an experienced estate planning attorney in

Workers’ comp is the system for compensating employees for any medical expenses you have as a result of a work-related injury. If you have a dangerous job, it is in your best interest to have an understanding of how your safety net works. Even if you never have to take advantage of it, you still

Whether you live in a bustling metropolis with busy highways or a rural setting with country lanes, motor vehicle collisions and accidents are an everyday occurrence. Car accidents can happen in a split second. Just a momentary lapse of a driver’s attention to the road or a delayed reaction to changing roadway conditions can lead

Grief is one of the most stressful emotions. After a person dies, those left behind must deal with their own feelings of loss and all the legal issues of probate. If that person died due to the negligence of others, it can only compound the problem. If you’re considering a wrongful death claim, you might

The death of a loved one is hard enough to face between mourning, planning a funeral and dealing with leftover costs and bills. Added complications, like a case of wrongful death, only makes the situation more difficult to navigate, but it’s important to understand your rights as a survivor of someone killed due to another’s

Construction sites can be dynamic and exciting, even if you’re just watching a building go up. But these sites can also be dangerous, full of heavy machinery and falling debris that pose a threat to workers and bystanders alike. If you or a loved one was passively injured near a construction site, you may feel

When you have to go the the hospital, your symptoms are usually much more severe than can be treated in a general practitioner’s office. You may be in need of ongoing treatment or you may even have a life-threatening emergency. Either way, when you go to the hospital, you are entrusting your life to the

What Happens if a Custodial Parent Dies? Children involved in custody battles go through so much emotionally. What happens when the custodial parent passes away and there are minor children involved? The child/children’s life is then potentially turned upside down not only with the passing of a parent but also their home life. They may