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5 FAQs About Negligent Security Premises Liability Claims

January 18, 2019 by Michael Waks

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Far too many people fall victim to violent attacks, robberies, and other heinous crimes at hotels, businesses, schools, and other areas that are supposed to be secure. If you or someone you love was attacked by a third party while on another person’s property, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim against both the assailant and the property owner or occupier. Unfortunately, it’s not easy to win a claim against a property owner on the grounds of negligent security. To prevail, you … [Read more...]

What Is the Lifetime Cost of a Traumatic Brain Injury?

January 16, 2019 by Michael Waks

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Whenever a multimillion-dollar verdict in favor of a personal injury victim makes regional or national headlines, people tend to assume the victim will be able to afford a large home, extended vacations, and other luxuries of a wealthy lifestyle. But often, these plaintiffs are dealing with permanent disabilities that will cost millions of dollars in medical care and lost income over the course of their lifetime. People who suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), for example, may have to pay … [Read more...]

4 FAQs About Car Accidents Caused by Poor Road Conditions

January 14, 2019 by Michael Waks

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Driver errors are responsible for more than 90 percent of all car accidents in the United States. If you were hurt in a crash with a negligent motorist, you can file a claim against the at-fault individual's insurance company for any lost income, property damage, and medical bills you incurred as a result. But what if poor road conditions were to blame for the collision? Read on to learn the answers to four FAQs about car accidents caused by dangerous road conditions: 1. Who Might Be Liable for … [Read more...]

3 Types of Therapy for Personal Injuries Suffered in Car Accidents

November 27, 2018 by Michael Waks

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A serious car accident can injure just about any part of your body. The types of therapy you might require will depend on the specific injuries you suffered, their severity, your age and medical history, and a variety of other factors. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few common kinds of therapy that are often beneficial to car accident victims. We’ll also provide some general tips that may speed up your recovery time. 3 Common Types of Therapy for Car Accident Victims It’s easy to focus only on … [Read more...]

Umbrella Coverage: A Potential Source of Recovery in Tort Claims

November 15, 2018 by Michael Waks

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Recovering a fair settlement after a serious injury or wrongful death is a tricky process that may involve several insurance policies. Ideally, the person or entity that caused your injury or loss will have liability insurance that covers such scenarios, whether it was a car accident, slip and fall, product defect, etc. In addition to auto, home, and renter’s insurance, some defendants have umbrella coverage. This is extra liability insurance that will kick in if the policyholder is held … [Read more...]

What Is the “Act of God” Defense Against Personal Injury Claims?

October 19, 2018 by Michael Waks

What Is the Act of God Defense Against Personal Injury Claims

A serious personal injury accident can cripple the finances of even a fairly well-off family. Medical bills, lost income, and other damages add up quickly. Victims injured due to another person’s negligence, expect that individual’s insurance company to cover at least a portion of their losses. When you file a personal injury claim, the other side will try everything to reduce the amount they have to pay you. They will try to use several defenses to avoid paying you anything. One such defense … [Read more...]

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