Posts tagged accidents
Spinal Cord Injury: What Qualifies for a Lawsuit?

There is a lot of confusion around the world of lawsuits – especially those involving catastrophic injuries. Most people think that anyone can sue anyone else for anything. In reality, however, anyone can file a lawsuit, but not every should. There are high costs involved in terms of spinal cord injuries (SCIs) so it is no wonder that the victims of SCIs may be interested in filing suit in order to recover their expenses.

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A Guide for Witnesses in Civil Cases

A civil case involves a legal dispute between two or more parties. A judge or jury examines the evidence to decide whether the defendant should be held legally responsible for the damages alleged by the plaintiff. A trial is now the plaintiff’s opportunity to argue his case, in the hope of obtaining a judgment against the defendant. A trial also represents the defendant’s chance to refute the plaintiff’s case as well as to offer his or her own evidence related to the dispute in question.

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Protecting Your Rights at an Accident Scene

No matter how cautious you are, accidents can still occur and you might find yourself involved in one. At the scene of an accident, emotions can be at such a high, and most of us will not be able to focus on protecting our legal rights. Keep in mind that your composure and conduct at the time of the accident can considerably affect the outcome of your case, especially if you decide to pursue a personal injury claim.

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Playground Injuries and Their Long-Term Effects

No parent wants to see their child get injured on a playground. Children are brought to playgrounds for them to have fun and celebrate their childhood, not to be in pain or even worse, injured severely. Though some children tend to stand back up again when they trip or fall, some children can have injuries that lead to long-term effects.

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Gym-goers: What Are Your Options When You Get Injured?

People go to the gym to stay in shape and to become more fit. A healthy diet and regular physical exercise have a number of well-documented health benefits. Injuries in gym are not uncommon. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 62,700 injuries related to exercise equipment were treated in emergency rooms in 2014. More than 24,000 involved treadmills.

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