Why You May Deserve Compensation If Your Child Has Cerebral Palsy

In many cases, cerebral palsy is preventable and is caused by medical malpractice. If you have a child who is suffering from cerebral palsy, you should consider filing a lawsuit against the practicing physician responsible.  Understanding Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy can lead to issues with muscle coordination, posture, and movement. The symptoms usually arrive shortly after birth. There may have been an administrative error that led to a preexisting condition not being identified, which then lead to the development of cerebral palsy. [Read More]

What Happens When A Passenger Car Hits A Motorcycle, And What Compensation You Are Entitled To

Motorcycle accident attorneys have seen a lot. Most of the time, the injured parties that walk or roll into their offices are able to speak about their horrific accidents, and how, through no fault of their own, they were injured. You have equal rights on the road with drivers in passenger cars and trucks, so you should have equal rights to sue for injuries sustained in an accident. Here are just some of the things that typically happen when a mid-sized passenger car hits a motorcycle from different angles, some of the long-term effects, and what you can sue for if it happens to you. [Read More]

Looking Beyond The Driver In A Truck Accident Claim

If you have been injured in a truck accident, it makes sense that you will hold the driver liable for your injuries and damages. This makes sense because in many cases the driver of a truck is at least partially liable for a truck accident. However, there are other potentially liable parties that you shouldn't overlook, including the following people: The Owner of the Truck In many cases, the driver of the truck and the owner of the truck are two different parties. [Read More]

When Work Hurts: Understanding Vocational Rehabilitation

If you have been hurt at work, you may be entitled to workers' compensation benefits. This service is offered by your employer and is meant to help you get back to your job. Unfortunately, it's not always feasible to do so. Read on and learn more about some services that help you to work again when your old job is not suitable. What is Vocational Rehabilitation? Not just any hurt worker is qualified for these services. [Read More]