In much of the country, driving during the winter season presents a unique set of issues. Winter weather creates driving hazards, and everyone should take proper precautions when on the road in questionable weather. Some people believe that bad weather conditions absolve a driver from fault if a car accident occurs. This is simply not…

Unfortunately, many people are injured in a diverse array of accidents every single day. Victims of accidents are entitled to receive full and fair compensation from the responsible party. In the United States, a legal doctrine known as negligence is used to determine which parties are responsible for an accident and the resulting injuries. Simply…

The term ‘light duty’ has a few different, very important, specific meanings in the context of employment. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines light duty as either a temporary or permanent job role that is less physically or mentally demanding than the employee’s previous role. The EEOC notes that sometimes employers use the term…

Local news affiliates from all around the country, like Philadelphia’s ABC 6, have been reporting on a serious outbreak of hoverboard related injuries. The hoverboard is a motorized self balancing scooter that was a popular gift this holiday season. Typically they range in price from around 300 to 500 dollars, but high end models can…

Everyone recognizes that car accidents can cause devastating physical injuries, but medical science is increasingly discovering that the mental and emotional damage from car accidents can be just as devastating. One of the most serious forms of mental and emotional pain is known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A large American Psychological Association study on…

Health insurance has been in the news a lot lately. The Affordable Care Act requires that most Americans carry health insurance or be subjected to a fine. But, did you know that health insurance plays a big role in the personal injury settlement process? Settling a personal injury claim will generally come as a welcome…