While most personal injury cases focus on bodily harm, emotional distress can also cause lasting pain and suffering. If you have experienced emotional distress as a result of the actions of another individual, it is important to seek the compensation you deserve. Emotional distress can be a result of trauma inflicted by another individual, lossView Article
Archives for August 2017
Best Apps for Runners
Top Five Best Safety Apps for Running Alone When running alone, it’s best to always alert someone of your whereabouts and to change up your route frequently. While we can do our best to take proper precautions, sometimes danger presents itself and we need to alert loved ones and law enforcement. These five apps canView Article
Road Trip Safety
The great American road trip is a rite of passage that everyone will experience at some point in their lives. Whether it’s with family, friends, or nothing but the radio; cross-state, or cross-country; in a convertible or a minivan, road trips can be fun tradition for everyone. Below are some tips to make your nextView Article
Camping Safety
Camping is a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends. It allows us to trade our ceilings for the stars, and our loafers for our hiking boots, all without spending a fortune. It’s no wonder that millions of Americans choose to enjoy our nation’s great parks every year. Since most ofView Article
Lost Wages
When you suffer an injury of any kind, your first thought should be on your recovery. When an injury results in the injured party being unable to work, the concern is often shifted away from recovery and onto financial worries. If you are no longer able to work because of an injury, even if itView Article
Safety Tips for Homeowners
Being a homeowner comes with a lot of responsibilities for both the safety of your family, and that of your guests. To avoid costly lawsuits or an unexpected tragedy, follow these tips to ensure the safety of your home. 1. If you have a pool, make sure it’s fenced in. Property owners have a legalView Article
Fire Safety Tips
Home fires can be devastating in terms of property loss, injury, and even death. The good news is that most home fires can be prevented or the damage can be minimized if the proper precautions are taken. 1. Install smoke alarms and make sure to change the batteries every six months Install smoke alarms inView Article
How to Choose a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been injured as a result of someone else’s actions, it is important to hire a Long Island personal injury lawyer who can help you handle the process. There are several factors that go into choosing the right personal injury attorney. With so many personal injury lawyers to choose from, it can be hardView Article
How to Prevent The Six Most Common Construction Injuries
If you work on construction sites, there are often hazards that can result in injuries of various types. According to OSHA, nearly 6.5 million people work at approximately 252,000 construction sites nationwide every day. OSHA reports that the top potential hazards for construction workers are: falls (from heights), trench collapse, scaffold collapse, electric shock andView Article
5 Tips for Motorcycle Safety
Riding a motorcycle on a nice day can be a great experience. It can also turn dangerous quickly, due to the negligence of other drivers or lack of experience on the part of the motorcyclist. To make the most out of your time on a motorcycle, follow these safety tips. 1. Be aware of your surroundings WhenView Article
5 Tips for Boat Safety
Living on an island, opportunities for sailing and boating are seemingly everywhere. However, what should be a fun outing can turn dangerous for even the most experienced boaters. To ensure your safety on a boat this summer, follow these five tips: 1. Make sure you have a Coast Guard approved life jacket on board forView Article
Negligence Involving Schools
When we send our kids to school, we have certain expectations of their safety and wellbeing. Getting a phone call from the school that your child has been injured can leave parents feeling helpless, angry, and unsure of their next steps. When a child is hurt at school or while involved in a school activity,View Article