We rely on truck drivers to transport the goods and materials that keep our economy and society functioning. However, the long hours on the road can lead to catastrophic consequences. Nearly 3.000 crashes involving a semi-truck were reported in Virginia during 2022. Truck driver fatigue laws exist to help keep semi...
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After an injury or illness sustained on the job, you may qualify for a workers’ compensation settlement. Each state has its own criteria for what adverse physical conditions qualify for workers’ comp, but all states have a system in place that provides monetary compensation for harm sustained while working. In some cases,...
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Maryland’s helmet laws are strict and clear for riders of motorcycles, bicycles, and motor scooters. Each type of transportation has specific regulations to ensure rider safety and reduce the risk of severe injury.
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During pregnancy, your stomach continues to grow, throwing off your normal weight distribution. This distribution can make you feel clumsy, putting you at a higher risk for a slip and fall while pregnant.
While you might be more prone to falls, that does not excuse...
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Construction workers experience some of the highest workplace injury and fatality rates in the United States, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Injured workers may face long recovery times, high medical bills, permanent disability, and substantial lost earnings. Learning about workers’ compensation in the construction industry will...
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Experiencing a truck collision while driving or riding in a passenger vehicle could become a life-altering event. It’s not uncommon for overwhelming physical and financial injuries to impact your life after a serious roadway crash. Filing a truck accident lawsuit could help you recover from your losses.
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Dogs may be man’s best friends, but they are also capable of causing significant harm. Dog attacks and bites often produce emotional trauma in addition to physical wounds. Unfortunately, the emergency department visit rates for dog-bite injuries are highest for children.
If you are one of the
The families of almost 52,000 Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia residents trust nursing homes to care for their loved ones. Unfortunately, understaffing, neglect, malice, and profit-seeking can lead to abuse in nursing home facilities. Loved ones need to understand the types of abuse in nursing homes and how to recognize them.
If there is a deprivation of oxygen to a baby's brain during the birth and delivery process, the child may suffer an anoxic brain injury at birth. If your child has such an injury, it is important to fully understand the implications and your options for pursuing compensation from any medical staff...
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Work injuries are not just a concern for those in high-risk professions like construction. In fact, they can happen to anyone, regardless of the industry they work in. Injured workers may need time away from work to recover from their injuries, or they might be able to return to work in a...
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