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The medical advances made in the past 30, 20, and even 10 years are astounding. A notable example is the availability of artificial implants that perform the functions of organic body parts. Unfortunately, complications often arise from this complicated medical undertaking. A startling fact about artificial limbs is that 25 percent of the time, some infection occurs due to implantation of the artificial limb. Medical professionals go through many years of education and training to

Even if you logically know what to do after a car accident, it can be difficult to remember the most important steps in the moments after a crash. Adrenaline takes over and the urge to act on emotion is overwhelming. Review these steps occasionally so that you’re ready if an accident occurs. Call Emergency Services Call 911 immediately. Even if you aren’t sure about the severity of the accident, it is crucial to start a

After you’ve been hurt by another’s actions, you may wonder what your options are—for many, a personal injury case is the most viable option. Personal injury cases allow you to ask for several types of damages, depending on the type of injuries you’ve suffered and their severity. Many people underestimate the costs associated with a serious injury; a personal injury attorney can help you evaluate your damages and hold the other party accountable. Your lawyer

One option for companies utilizing workers’ compensation insurance is the use of managed care arrangements. These arrangements are touted as beneficial to companies and employees alike, but there are pros and cons to MCAs. In this blog, we highlight these benefits and drawbacks. An Introduction to Managed Care Arrangements Managed care arrangements (MCAs) strive to provide quick, high-quality care to employees to get them back to work as quickly as possible. Companies utilizing MCAs have

Accidents with commercial trucks can be physically and financially devastating. They often lead to serious injuries or fatalities and significant property damage. The risk is even greater if the semi-truck is carrying dangerous chemicals or materials. If you or someone you love has been injured in a truck accident, your attorney might try to recover damages from one of these responsible parties. Truck Driver In many cases, the obvious responsible party is the truck driver.

If you’re wondering what to do if you’re injured while working at UPS, it’s important for you to know how workers’ compensation works. Workers’ compensation is meant to help injured people get financial help in taking care of the medical costs, lost wages, and expenses that come with experiencing an injury on the job. In Florida, all businesses with four or more employees are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This means a major employer

If you’ve been injured because of chemical exposure in the workplace, you’re likely to be wondering, “Can I sue for chemical exposure at work?” The short answer is yes. The longer answer is that you can, but you may not have to. Can I Sue for Chemical Exposure at Work? Chemical exposure at work can give you a case of personal injury, but it could also be valid as a workers’ compensation claim. Either way,

If you’ve been injured because of chemical exposure in the workplace, you’re likely to be wondering, “Can I sue for chemical exposure at work?” The short answer is yes. The longer answer is that you can, but you may not have to. Can I Sue for Chemical Exposure at Work? Chemical exposure at work can give you a case of personal injury, but it could also be valid as a workers’ compensation claim. Either way,

On April 1, 2019, the Department of Labor made an announcement that it will be making a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning joint employment. Most of the new rules on joint employment will cover what rights and responsibilities joint employers will have, as opposed to those of other employers. If this all sounds horribly confusing, don’t worry. We’ll explain what joint employment is in just a minute. For now, all you really need to know

If you or a loved one has been injured or worse in a hotel pool accident, you already know how devastating these accidents can be. A serious incident can lead to broken bones, permanent brain or muscle damage, and even death. The good news is that you may be able to recover some part of the value of what’s been taken from you in a personal injury case. Before we get into that, let’s go