After a serious accident, the word “catastrophic” might come up from a doctor, an insurance adjuster, or an attorney. But what does it actually mean, legally and practically? Understanding what makes an injury catastrophic is important because it directly affects the type of compensation you may be entitled to pursue. What is a Catastrophic Injury?…
Read MoreA flat tire can happen almost anywhere. While knowing how to install a spare tire is a useful skill, changing the tire itself may not be the most dangerous part of the experience. If your vehicle becomes disabled beside an interstate, highway, or other busy road, passing traffic can put you at risk of a…
Read MoreApartment living means sharing more than a building with your neighbors. Residents routinely use stairwells, hallways, elevators, lobbies, gyms, laundry rooms, mail rooms, parking areas, and recreational spaces maintained by a landlord or property management company. Tenants generally expect these common areas to be reasonably safe. Unfortunately, hazards in apartment buildings’ shared spaces are not…
Read MoreThe 24 hours immediately following an accident can be overwhelming. Whether you’ve been involved in a car crash, truck collision, pedestrian accident, bicycle accident, or slip and fall, it’s normal to feel shaken, confused, and unsure of what to do next. The decisions you make during the first day after an accident can affect not…
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