According to government statistics on accidents involving"Big Rig" trucks, aka 18 wheelers, these vehiclesare often the primary cause of thousands of deadly accidents every year.Unfortunately for the drivers of other vehicles on the road, the vast majority of life-threatening injuries and fatalities associated with these 18 wheeler accidents almost always occur among the persons riding in the smaller vehicles (98%) involved in the wrecks.  In 2004, crashes involving these...

Motorbikes are considered unsafe by most people since these vehicles are prone to accidents. Under the UK law if a motorbike accident occurs due to no fault of the rider then he can claim for compensation provided he meets a few requirements. This article will elaborate on some information that will help you get maximum compensation for motorbike accident claims.

#1 – The person who was injured in the motorbike accident has 3 years from the date of the accident to file...

You are not an exemption when the accident strikes your way. I mean that it will happen all the time even in your most unexpected settings. Accidents may happen in your car or while you are in your daily work. I know that you don't want this to happen and same way, all citizens are avoiding it. But then, what if you are the unlucky of the day and you met an accident while you are in your working area? What will you do and how could you avail the assistance from the responsible persons...

Injuries that might happen during a car accident in Costa Mesa can be severe, this is one of Orange County's congested cities and traffic accidents are often unavoidable. The injuries that can be sustained during a car accident can include traumatic head and brain injuries, neck and spinal injuries, along with cuts and gashes. These injuries can mean loss of work, medical care and possibly surgery.

Things like this might happen, and sometimes in places like this Southern...

An auto accident is one of the worst things that can happen to us. In the state of California and especially Orange County, the rate of auto accidents is as bad as anywhere else in the country. A serious auto accident can cause so many traumas, both physical and psychological, that it is sometimes impossible to handle. What one needs in such a situation is the right compensation. Your chances of getting proper compensation go up when you deal with California injury attorneys, and more...

TENPITFALLS FOR THE UNREPRESENTED INJURED WORKER

by Falsani, Balmer, Peterson, Quinn & Beyer

1.FAILURE TO REPORT THE INJURY.

An injured worker must report a work injury to his or her employer, unless the employer has actual knowledge of the injury.  Minn. Stat. §176.141 provides for three different time periods regarding notice:

(a)  If the employee does not give notice within 14 days after the injury, then the workers' compensation may be...

In Texas, there are two types of work place injury claims.   If the employer carries workers compensation insurance, then you should call800-252-7031and request paperwork to file a worker's compensation claim.  You will need to file a Form DWC 041 with the Texas Department of Insurance: Division of Workers Compensation.

If the employer makes a business decision not to carry workers compensation, they are classified as a "non-subscriber."  If your...

Birth injuries are tragic events that can impact you and your child for the rest of your lives. Unfortunately, many of these injuries are often avoidable. Medical malpractice is the leading cause of birth injuries in our country today.

There are a variety of medical errors which may occur before, during, or after childbirth which may result in a birth injury. Many of these errors result in a deprivation of oxygen and/or blood flow to your baby. By taking the proper precautions...

Not every pharmaceutical drug is safe for public consumption. When a prescription drug is proven to be effective for some patients, but can cause serious side effects in others, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will require the drug contain a warning. This warning must be printed on inside the packaging and on the materials developed for the doctors who prescribe the drug.

The Black Box

This warning is called a "black box warning," named after the bold black...

In the United States, multidistrict litigation (MDL) refers to a special federal legal procedure that was created to expedite the process of handling complex cases like air disaster litigation or complicated product liability suits.

About MDL Cases

MDL cases are civil actions that involve one or more common questions of fact. A question of fact is a factual dispute between litigants that must be resolved by the jury during trial. It is an issue that is mandatory to the...