A construction site accident can occur for any reason – from poor equipment to lack of safety protocols. Construction teams are constantly changing scenery. One day they might work on an office building, while the next they are in a residential neighborhood constructing homes. Employers of these construction companies may have multiple crews working at...
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Who is Liable if You Slip and Fall on an Icy Sidewalk?
Now that December is here, the snow is settling, the temperatures are dropping, and ice is forming on any flat surface that it can find – including sidewalks. If you were to slip and fall on an icy public sidewalk or private sidewalk, who would be liable for your injuries? Whether you are a homeowner...
Read MoreHow Third Parties Affect Construction Accident Claims
As a construction worker, you know that safety at work is critical. After all, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has instilled various safety guidelines, inspection procedures, and protocols to ensure construction sites are safe for workers and visitors. Despite these practices, accidents still happen on construction sites. Typically, a construction site accident is...
Read More5 Things to Remember for Safer Driving
Car Accident Lawyer Offers Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland Drivers Safe Driving Tips As a motorist, it is your duty to drive safely. You have rules to follow, and you must do your part to avoid an accident or causing harm to other motorists, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists. If you cause an accident because you...
Read MoreCycling to Work: Better Health and a Longer Life
Choosing two wheels over four is not only a great way to save on gas, but it could save you years of health complications later as well. One British medical journal published a study confirming how bicycling to work and around town could improve your health and longevity. In fact, the study found that...
Read MoreCan a Spinal Cord Injury Be Prevented?
Personal Injury Lawyers On How To Help Prevent Spinal Cord Injury SERVING THE AREAS OF WASHINGTON, D.C., VIRGINIA AND MARYLAND Spinal cord injury prevention is not something most people ever think about—until a catastrophic accident occurs. As Washington, D.C. personal injury attorneys, we work with people who are dealing with spinal cord injuries, their families and...
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Birth Injury Attorneys Handling Lawsuits For Medical Malpractice Before Or During Labor And Delivery Call An Experienced Birth Injury Lawyer In Maryland, Virginia And Washington, D.C. Birth injuries can have a lasting impact on children and...
Read MoreWhat are the Causes of Crush Injuries at Construction Sites?
A crush injury on a construction site occurs when a worker’s entire body, or a part of their body, is caught between two components and crushed. These injuries can be fatal. Even when they are non-fatal, the victim can suffer from a lifetime of disabilities and complications. Workers injured on the job have rights,...
Read MoreCommon Injuries in Nursing Homes Caused by Negligence
When you check a loved one into a nursing home, you do so under the assumption that they will receive the highest quality care. Sadly, injuries occur in nursing homes around the country every day – whether from negligence, neglect, or outright abuse. These injuries are especially tragic and always preventable. If you suspect that...
Read MoreLeapfrog Group Releases 2017 Hospital Survey Results
Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit that describes itself as the "nation's premier advocate of hospital transparency" just released its 2017 hospital survey results. You can check the results for your local hospitals by going to http://www.leapfroggroup.org/compare-hospitals. NBC Washington compared the grades given to various local hospitals. Unfortunately, two hospitals in the District were given failing...
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