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At the beginning of each year, millions of Americans embark on a journey of self-improvement in the form of New Year’s resolutions. While people set goals for a variety of reasons, the most common resolution among U.S. adults is to improve physical fitness. According to a survey conducted by Forbes, 48 percent of resolutions involve…

Slip and fall accidents are an unfortunate and often overlooked workplace hazard in Missouri. However, research shows that wearing proper footwear can greatly reduce the likelihood of dangerous slips on wet, oily, or otherwise slippery surfaces. This makes the choice of shoes an important consideration for employees and employers across industry sectors in the…

The sudden loss of a loved one due to another’s reckless behavior, misconduct or negligence is emotionally and financially devastating for families. When an accident causing death involves extreme wrongdoing – such as drunk driving, distracted driving, knowingly operating dangerous vehicles on public roads, or commercial trucking violations resulting in fatalities – victims can…

A wrongful death is a death that occurs due to the negligence or misconduct of others. Common examples include deaths due to medical malpractice, accidents caused by a negligent or intoxicated driver, workplace accidents due to safety violations, nursing home neglect, or criminal acts like homicides or manslaughter. In a wrongful death case, the…

Losing a loved one in a fatal crash or accident caused by someone else’s negligence is traumatic enough. The last thing grieving families need is the additional frustration of having to battle aggressive insurance adjusters aiming to low-ball any settlement offer. Unfortunately, this remains a common tactic across the insurance industry, including in accident…

Losing a loved one is painful enough without having to worry about financial complications impacting a wrongful death claim. Unfortunately, if the deceased or their family has declared bankruptcy, it can affect a wrongful death award or settlement, especially in Georgia. This guide breaks down the key things to know. What is a Wrongful…

A dram shop is a type of bar, pub, restaurant, or other commercial establishment that serves alcoholic beverages. The term comes from a “dram,” which is a small amount of distilled liquor. In many states in the US, there are dram shop liability laws that hold a dram shop responsible if it serves alcohol…

When a loved one dies due to the negligent actions of another party, the emotional grief can be compounded by significant financial challenges. This is especially true when the deceased was an elderly parent who may have still been providing care, companionship, guidance or financial support to their adult children. If you lose an…

Workplace injuries and fatalities in Pennsylvania, while less common than in decades past, remain an important issue. When a loved one dies due to unsafe working conditions or negligence from an employer, it often leaves families wondering what recourse they have and whether employers can or should be held legally accountable. A Pittsburgh personal…

Being in a car accident can be a traumatic, stressful event, especially if you suffered injuries or significant vehicle damage. Beyond dealing with health issues and vehicle repairs or replacements, you may need to determine how to recover damages from the at-fault driver, which opens up several legal pathways under Washington state law. Understanding…