There are strict deadlines to meet in filing a lawsuit or a workers’ comp claim. The rules are different depending on what state you work in. In order to know whether it is better to file a lawsuit or a claim, or even whether you should do both, you need to talk with a skilled […]
The rules are different in each state, but generally, Workers’ compensation covers: A tax-free percentage of your pay (usually around two-thirds) Medical costs (including equipment, physical therapy, etc.) Vocational rehab where necessary (if you cannot do your previous job) Survivor’s benefits to family members for work-related death The above list is not all-inclusive, because the […]
If you do not file correctly, your workers’ compensation claim can be denied. But you may not feel up to jumping through numerous hoops when you are ill or injured and unable to work. Filing for workers’ comp is a job in itself. In most states, your employer must also take steps and meet deadlines […]
Driving in snow comes with obvious hazards and takes both preparation and know-how to do safely, along with good judgment to avoid when necessary. According to the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration, 17% of all vehicle crashes occur during winter weather conditions. The highest percentage of drivers (41%) speeding in fatal crashes occurred on […]
Preventing truck accidents requires: Acknowledging the truck driver perspective All parties avoiding dangerous habits on the road Following all applicable traffic laws Promoting safety and education for all motorists Welcome Truck Drivers. Working with truckers, bus drivers and commercial vehicle operators to better understand the industry, eliminate preventable accidents, and reduce lawsuits through education of […]
Every state besides the District of Columbia in the United States has some variation of the Move Over Law, which dictates that when approaching Law Enforcement, Emergency Vehicles and First Responders, cars should slow down, change lanes and “move over” whenever possible to give them room. Additionally, 48 states (excluding Louisiana and Wyoming) consider Tow […]
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Trucking Accident Statistics Did you know that road crashes are expected to become the fifth leading cause of death in the United States by 2030? That’s a pretty sobering statistic. Among the deaths in 2017, 4,657 large trucks were involved in fatal crashes. 68 percent were occupants of cars or other passenger vehicles and 4 […]
There’s a car wreck happening in America every 13 minutes. 43% of drivers or passengers involved in these wrecks are injured. How badly will your life be impacted if you’re involved in a car crash? It depends on the impact of the crash. Are car wrecks unpredictable? Yes. Are they unavoidable? No! A little road […]
Collect the Evidence You Will Need at the Scene of the Wreck Gathering crash evidence at the scene of a car crash is easier than ever before because most people have cameras on their phones. Some smartphones also take video and record sound. The old saying that a picture is worth a thousand words is […]
