Even with advances in car safety technology such as pre-collision systems that can alert you to obstacles, over five million motor vehicle crashes occur annually resulting in over two million injuries. In addition, accident statistics reveal that hit-and-run collisions are on the rise according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. However, it can be hard for victims and their families to obtain justice because at-fault drivers flee the scene, hide from law enforcement and may not have insurance.…
Your employer or the employer’s insurance company is disputing your workers compensation claim, stating that your fall was not related to your job. You’ve missed work because of your injury, and now you’re wondering whether you do actually have a case. You may want to contact a workers compensation lawyer for a free consultation. Certain circumstances can make the difference as to whether you’re eligible for workers comp payments or not.…
Traumatic injuries are the second leading cause of lower extremity amputations in the United States. Many of these injuries are the result of automobile accidents. A lower extremity amputation is a life-altering, emotional, financially devastating event and if you’ve lost a limb due to the negligence of another driver, you deserve compensation. How much compensation are you entitled to? Read on to find out.
Medical Expenses
When calculating your medical expenses for a lower extremity amputation, there’s more to take into account than you may at first realize.…
