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While it is challenging to put a dollar amount on this intangible loss, your car accident lawyer can calculate pain and suffering using two approaches—the multiplier method or the per diem method. “Pain and suffering” can be hard to define, no matter how often it comes up in talks about the compensation an accident victim […]

Reporting nursing home abuse can be somewhat confusing, as you could potentially contact a range of local, state, and national agencies in order to report the abuse. According to Medicare, you should report nursing home abuse to the nursing home staff after the first known instance of abuse. You can report any suspicions of abuse to […]

If you were recently injured in a car accident, hopefully, you called the police and filed an official crash report. The first step to getting a car accident report is to call the police to the scene of the accident. However, if you did not call the police following your accident, NRS §484E.070 mandates that you must […]

How you find a good truck accident lawyer could depend on your personal preference. You have your own criteria for what you want in a lawyer. However, you might also consider a lawyer’s experience, what their previous clients say about them, and how you feel during your personal interactions with the attorney’s team. Some ways […]

Finding a good car accident lawyer starts with looking for a legal professional who you think can take your case and help you pursue financial recovery for your losses. As you start your search, keep in mind that a lawyer’s skill level and experience with car accident cases are important. There are various ways to […]

Finding out that your loved one got hurt at their nursing home can be upsetting. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), approximately 10% of U.S. seniors might be suffering from abuse. If your loved one suffered injuries and expenses due to physical or emotional mistreatment or neglect, you might be wondering how to […]

While not all mistreatment of seniors can be prevented, there are some steps you can take to help prevent nursing home abuse and protect your elderly relative. Many seniors in nursing homes depend on the love and care of their families, and a vigilant and observant family member is typically the first to notice when […]

Nursing home abuse is a serious offense and can have devastating consequences on a senior’s emotional and physical health. In the most extreme cases, egregious nursing home abuse or neglect can lead to the premature death of an elderly and frail resident. Seniors with cognitive issues, such as dementia, are particularly at risk, according to […]

When your loved one suffers some sort of unnecessary illness or injury during a stay at a nursing home, a nursing home abuse or neglect lawyer can help your family prove how the negligence occurred, determine which parties should be held liable, and negotiate a fair settlement that reflects your loved one’s pain and suffering. […]

The sheer size of trucks is one example of what can make truck accidents different from car accidents when a collision occurs. Trucks can weigh up to 30 times more than a car, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), thus resulting in extensive damage to a vehicle as well as severe injuries to […]