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The Hidden Costs of Semi-Truck Accidents
October 11, 2024
Semi-truck accidents can have devastating consequences. If you’re living through the aftermath of an accident with a semi-truck, you are probably feeling lucky to be alive. The last thing on your mind after that experience is the sharpness of your negotiation skills and entering an adversarial engagement. WIth a long road to recovery ahead of […]
The Impact of a Personal Injury Settlement on Social Security Disability
September 30, 2024
If you were injured by someone, then you may be eligible for a personal injury settlement that will help you financially recover. The payment may include compensation for medical expenses, property damage, and lost earnings. Your settlement may also provide monetary compensation for things like psychological distress, pain and suffering, and diminished life enjoyment.
How Workers’ Compensation Payments Impact Your Social Security Disability Benefits
September 25, 2024
If you were injured at work, and as a result are unable to work, you may find yourself in the position of qualifying for both Social Security Disability Insurance and Workers’ Compensation. Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) is a program for those with qualifying disabilities who have paid into Social Security while working. Workers’ Compensation […]
Checking Your Insurance Status With Social Security
September 16, 2024
If you’ve been injured to the point of disability or developed an illness where you can no longer work, you may be eligible for Social Security insurance. Anyone who has paid into the Social Security system is eligible for benefits, but it is not as simple as getting out what you paid in. To get […]
What Are the Most Common Causes of Truck Accidents?
September 10, 2024
Any motor vehicle accident can be serious, but accidents involving commercial trucks can be especially devastating. In a recent accident just west of Toledo on the Ohio Turnpike, an initial collision between a commercial truck and a passenger vehicle resulted in a series of accidents involving passenger and commercial vehicles that resulted in four fatalities, […]
Accidents Can Lead to Chronic Pain. Will Your Settlement Be Enough?
September 3, 2024
If you are injured in a car accident, the insurance company will likely offer a settlement that covers the basics: property damage and medical expenses. If you were great at negotiating, you may have also fought for compensation for missed work, lost wages, or other expenses. However, most insurance companies are hoping that you will […]
Negotiating with Uncooperative Insurance Companies After a Semi-Truck Accident
August 27, 2024
While any car accident can be stressful, an accident with a semi-truck can pose much bigger challenges. Most semi-truck accidents are severe with long-term consequences. You are likely facing significant injuries and a long recovery as well as serious property damage. As medical bills, lost wages, and other financial stress begin to pile up during […]
Is Your Semi-Truck Accident Claim Being Undermined?
August 20, 2024
Semi-truck accidents are among the most severe on our roads, often resulting in devastating injuries and significant property damage. Due to their size and weight, semi-truck accidents can lead to complex legal battles and substantial compensation claims. However, navigating the aftermath of a semi-truck accident claim isn’t just about physical recovery; it involves facing off […]
How to Recover From Financial Hardship After a Semi-Truck Accident
July 31, 2024
The aftermath of a semi-truck accident can be physically and emotionally devastating. Beyond the pain and suffering from injuries, there’s the often-crippling financial burden. Medical bills pile up, lost wages due to missed work create a cash flow crunch, and the uncertainty about the future can be overwhelming. However, amidst the hardship, there is hope. […]
Know Your Rights and Pursue Compensation in Firework Mishaps
July 16, 2024
Summer holidays mean fireworks are everywhere, and that leads to an increase in serious firework-related injuries. Burns range from minor to serious, with hand and facial burns being the most common. The force of the blast can cause debris to shoot toward the handler or spectators causing eye injuries or worse. If a firework explodes […]