The Longshore and Harbor Worker's Compensation Act provides protection for workers injured on the job in the maritime industry. It is like the workers' compensation program for the industry because traditional programs do not cover it. The U.S. Department of Labor...
A car crash can result in your receiving catastrophic injuries. Perhaps none of these is as painful or debilitating as a serious burn. Stanford Health Care reports that you can actually receive the following three types of burns in a car crash Thermal burns if a fire...
Unfortunately, if you become involved in an auto or other type of motor vehicle accident, the result could be a variety of serious injuries. But which of these are truly catastrophic? The first thing you need to know about catastrophic injuries is that, as explained...
Insurance premiums can be a significant expense, but you make these payments with the expectation that your insurance provider will treat you fairly if you ever need to make a claim. Unfortunately, insurance companies have developed a reputation for using unsavory...
Galveston residents likely assume that in any situation where they suffer an injury on another's property, liability for such an incident lies with the property owner. Such is the foundation of premises liability law. However, oftentimes assigning such liability is...
Dealing with a truck accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and constantly in pain. There are a few sources of distractions that can lead to a trucker veering off the road and crashing into another vehicle. Learning about these common issues and how they influence...
Although more companies are turning toward alternative dispute resolution methods, for more complex cases, litigation is still a common choice. Because of the time and money, a court case takes, preparation is imperative for the best outcome. If you are facing...
If you have suffered a catastrophic injury that required hospitalization, you also have probably experienced some sticker shock. After all, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the average cost of a three-day hospital stay is approximately...
The responsibility of an insurance company is to negotiate and settle injury or property damage claims in good faith. When issues develop that require resolution in court, what is the difference between common law claims and statutory bad faith claims? Investigation...
Marine accidents undergo investigation by the Office of Marine Safety. The National Transportation Safety Board’s website notes that federal officials review the facts of each incident to find its probable cause. An official determination helps show whether safety...