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Avoiding Construction Site Hazards: Six Tips

October 7, 2019

Construction is a necessary but sometimes-dangerous industry to work in. The fatal injury rate for construction workers is higher than the national average, with 4,836 workers killed on the job in 2015 alone. Construction companies and workers alike, though, can take steps to make the industry safer. Here are some of the top construction industry problems commonly found by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and how to fix them. Unsafe Scaffolding Improper construction or use of scaffolds was the most common reason for an OSHA citation in 2004. OSHA estimates that improving scaffold-related safety would prevent 4,500 injuries and 50

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Getting the Compensation You Deserve Following a Burn Injury

October 1, 2019

There are few things more painful than suffering a severe burn injury. Victims that suffer from these injuries can take weeks, months, and sometimes years to recover. Some will never recover fully, and instead suffer from permanent disfigurement. Because of the seriousness of burn injuries, those found responsible are required to provide compensation — sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars worth. However, in many cases, you must prove the defendant was guilty of negligence or recklessness in a court of law before recovering your compensation. Proving Negligence A burn injury lawsuit is a specific type of personal injury lawsuit, which is

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Steps to Take After Being Denied Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina

September 27, 2019

In South Carolina, employers are required to provide workers’ compensation benefits for employees injured while on the job. This compensation is intended to assist in paying for medical bills and missed time at work. While workers’ compensation is often seen as a protected right, there are many circumstances under which compensation is denied. If you have received a denial, then you should note that an appeals process is available for you to fight the initial decision. There are four basic steps involved in the appeals process. Request a Hearing If you receive a denial, then your first course of action should

AMERICA’S TOP 100 PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS®

September 25, 2019

Contact: Kevin Wieser: Membership Director Telephone: (714) 409-8126 Email: Membership@AmericasTop100Attorneys.com Website: www.Top100PersonalInjuryAttorneys.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 25, 2019 – Announcing the selection of F. Craig Wilkerson, Jr. among America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® for 2019. Selection to America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® is by invitation only and is reserved to identify the nation’s most exceptional litigators for high-value personal injury, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, product liability, and medical malpractice matters. To be considered for selection, an attorney must focus more than 50% of their active legal practice on personal injury, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, product liability, and/or medical malpractice

Taking Legal Action Following an Uber Accident

September 24, 2019

The concept of ridesharing was meant to simplify travel in medium and large cities. While companies like Uber and Lyft succeed in making life easier for thousands of travelers each day, they present a unique problem when it comes to rideshare accidents. If someone is injured by an Uber driver, then a series of circumstantial questions will determine who is considered at-fault. Rarely will this be the company itself, as both Uber and Lyft have gone to great lengths to protect themselves from legal action filed by disgruntled passengers and bystanders. Employees vs. Independent Contractors First and foremost, passengers should understand

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Suspect Nursing Home Negligence? Here’s What to Do

September 10, 2019

Around one in ten adults over the age of 60 have experienced at least one form of elder abuse or mistreatment. Even worse, only one in 14 cases of elder abuse are reported to authorities — and the effects of abuse and neglect can be devastating. In fact, victims of elder mistreatment have a 300 percent higher risk of death than those who have not been mistreated. One environment in which elder abuse often goes unnoticed is nursing homes. While most nursing homes provide residents with a safe and healthy living environment, they can also create unbalanced power dynamics between residents

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Personal Injury Lawyers: Three Most Common Questions Asked

September 5, 2019

Although each personal injury case is unique, the questions that usually get asked have plenty in common – and Craig Wilkerson shares what those three questions are, along with his answers. Question 1: Do I need a lawyer? The answer is, of course, it depends. But, if you’ve been in an accident and are thinking you can pursue legal remedies without an attorney, make sure you understand: The difference between uninsured motorists and underinsured motorists What subrogation means in connection with health insurance and how that concept can affect your eligibility for health care coverage The difference between the North

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Most Dangerous Occupations: What That Means for Worker’s Compensation Cases

August 28, 2019

Although workplace injuries can occur in virtually any industry, some occupations are more dangerous than others. Here are the top six most dangerous industries for workers in the United States according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2015 report on nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses. Do you or a loved work in one of them? Forestry and Logging For decades, logging and forestry has consistently been reported as one of the top industries in the country for worker fatalities – and in 2015, 132.7 per 100,000 workers were killed due to a work injury. Loggers and forestry workers are particularly vulnerable

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How Much to Expect from a Car Accident Settlement

August 21, 2019

This is the million-dollar question. My most frequently asked question as a Personal Injury Attorney is “What is My Case Worth?” And rightfully so. Let’s face it, you are the victim of someone else’s negligence and you are forced to live with the consequences of someone else’s negligence daily. You deserve to be fairly compensated for your injuries. I want to be clear here that it is unethical for any attorney to talk to you and promise you a dollar amount for your case’s worth. Every case is unique and must be considered on a case-to-case basis. There are multiple variables

Summer Driving Tips: Safe Driving on Your Vacation

August 14, 2019

It’s finally summer vacation season, which means you may be preparing for a long road trip. Summer is the most dangerous time to drive, which means you should take extra precautions. Here are four tips for safe driving on your summer vacation: Do a Safety Check The last thing you want on the way to your vacation is a stressful and potentially expensive vehicle breakdown. Before taking a long trip, you should perform a general safety check on your vehicle or go to a mechanic to ensure that it’s in good working order. Be sure to check your tires, battery, belts,

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