If you are planning to throw a New Year’s Eve party tonight, make sure that you clear your property of any hazards that may contribute to a slip-and-fall accident. Additionally, if you are out shopping and enjoying yourself, make sure you are aware of any hazards...
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How Can I Prevent Teen Drinking?
Do you have teenagers who throw parties in your home? Make sure that you pay attention to their behavior and monitor them for alcohol use. National Public Radio had a very interesting story recently about teen drinking. The news outlet, citing statistics from a study done by the Prevention Research Center in Oakland, California, found...
Read MoreDid the D.C. Council Approve Contributory Negligence Measures?
Updating a blog post we brought you previously, legislation that would have made it easier for bicyclists and pedestrians to pursue damages following an accident in Washington D.C. has been delayed. According to the Washington Post, the legislation would change contributory negligence standards...
Read MoreCan I File a Lawsuit Following a Plane Crash?
Did you know that you should speak to an attorney following a plane crash involving a loved one? First, we should note that most plane crashes in the United States involve private jets or light aircraft. These accidents can occur for a number of reasons, including pilot error, defective equipment and issues relating to the...
Read MoreDoes the New Virginia Workers’ Comp Requirements Help Employees?
Personal Injury Lawyers Explain Why Independent Contractors May Qualify for Benefits Virginia’s General Assembly raised the penalty for employers who do not have workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. Under the old law, the civil penalty was $500 to $5,000, depending on how long the employer had...
Read MoreHow Can I Avoid Drunk Driving This Holiday Season?
If you are planning to serve alcohol over the upcoming holiday season at a party, remember that you need to have alternative forms of transportation available for guests, including designated drivers. Alcohol-related accidents and deaths rise during holiday periods, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With this in mind, you need to know...
Read MoreHas the Takata Airbag Recall Been Expanded?
We have been reporting regularly over the last few weeks about the Takata airbag recall, which has affected more than 14 million vehicles from 11 automakers worldwide. Recently, in America, the recall was expanded to include more vehicles in...
Read MoreWrongful Death: Can I File a Lawsuit If My Family Member is Killed at Work?
If your loved one is killed on the job, you are within your rights to speak to an attorney about a potential wrongful death lawsuit. While no amount of money will ever bring your loved one back to life, if an attorney decides to take on your case, you can seek damages for: Mental anguish ...
Read MoreAre Dangerous Drugs a Problem at Nursing Homes?
If your loved one is a nursing home resident, make sure you pay attention to any prescription medication that has been given to him or her. According to National Public Radio, it is common for nursing home residents to be prescribed antipsychotic drugs to suppress anxiety or aggression that can be caused by Alzheimer's disease...
Read MoreCan an Attorney Help Me with a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Unfortunately, workplace accidents are quite common, especially in the construction industry. Injuries can occur from slip and falls, workplace violence, explosions, transportation accidents, mechanical accidents and fires. In addition to injuries, sadly, people can die in workplace accidents. In 2013, 4,405 workers were killed on the job, according to the United States Department of Labor. If...
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