According to the National Institute for Standards and Technology, there are about 1 million forklifts operating in the U.S. with over 2 million forklift operators who are trained and certified to use them. With those high numbers, forklift accidents are bound to happen. The National Safety Council’s latest figures say work-related forklift accidents accounted for 7,290 nonfatal injuries in 2020 and 70 deaths in 2021. If you or a loved one operates a forklift, it’s essential to know your rights in the Commonwealth when it comes to being injured on the job. Types of Forklift Accidents Forkl ..read more

According to the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration (NTHSA), distracted driving is “any activity that diverts attention from driving.” This list of activities includes talking or texting on your phone, fiddling with the stereo, entertainment or navigation system, eating or drinking, or talking to people in your vehicle. The NTHSA also reports distracted driving statistics. According to their website, 3,522 people were killed in distracted driving accidents nationwide in 2021.  But what if you were in an accident caused by a distracted driver? What do you do? Who do you contact ..read more

Being involved in an accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. Dealing with unexpected  medical expenses, temporary or permanent disability, lost wages or uncertainty about work, and the general stress of a traumatic accident can add to an unsettled feeling  during this time. Hiring a skilled personal injury lawyer is important to realizing the financial compensation you deserve for your harms and losses.  An experienced personal injury attorney with a successful track record can guide you through each step of your case and increase your chance ..read more

Key Points of This Article: Save your healthcare paperwork if you plan to make a medical injury claim. Personal injury medical records often form the basis of a strong case for accident compensation. With an experienced lawyer’s help, you can pursue the full and fair compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.  Are you saving all of your medical paperwork from your car accident? Personal injury medical records play an important role in building your accident compensation case. In this article, we explain how to use your medical records and bills to create a strong medical inj ..read more

Key Points of This Article:  If you’ve suffered from an accident, you can file a claim against the at-fault party  You need to seek immediate medical attention after an accident You must collect evidence supporting your claim A personal injury attorney can help you secure compensation If you’ve suffered a personal injury from a vehicular collision, slip and fall, or another accident, you must take critical steps to ensure you recover compensation. If another party caused you to suffer from injuries, you have the right to file a claim to recoup money for medical bills, lost wages, p ..read more

Key Points of This Article: Personal injury claims allow injured parties to recover compensation for their harms and losses. There are three different types of personal injury damages: Economic, Non-Economic, and Punitive. A personal injury lawyer can help you build a strong case and ensure you are fully and fairly compensated for all of the damages you have suffered.  When you’re injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you have the right to be compensated for your injuries, such as through financial compensation for the cost of your medical bills. These are known a ..read more

Key Points of This Article: Applicants can qualify for Social Security Administration benefits by completing the SSA Five-Step Sequential Evaluation The SSA lists numerous conditions that may qualify applicants for benefits in the “Blue Book” An applicant’s injury or illness must be long-term and prevent them from gainful employment Applicants can secure benefits by providing proof of disability through ample medical, financial, and employment documentation  Those struggling with long-term injuries or illnesses that keep them from working may qualify for Social Security Disability bene ..read more

Key Points of This Article: Though advanced car safety features are not perfect, studies have shown that they do help make cars safer. From 1960 to 2012, it’s estimated 600,000 lives were saved thanks to car safety features. Drivers should never fully rely on safety features and must remain alert and vigilant when driving.  Of the millions of car accidents that occur each year, a significant number of them result in serious injuries and fatalities. Early estimates for 2022 show that 42,795 people died in car accidents that year. However, despite the fact that thousands of people still ..read more

Key Points of This Article: The SSA often denies claims, but working with an SSD lawyer can help ensure you win your case and get the benefits you deserve. Professional SSD lawyers only work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they only get paid if they win your case.  The maximum fee SSD lawyers can charge is 25%. Hiring an SSD lawyer can be beneficial for many reasons. There are numerous services that disability lawyers can provide to help you when you file an SSD or SSDI claim, including ensuring you are paid the right amount of benefits.  If you’re already unable to work and st ..read more

Key Points of This Article: Who is at fault when a pedestrian is hit by a motorcycle will depend on who had the right of way. Though negligent motorists are often to blame for pedestrian accidents, under certain circumstances a pedestrian can be considered to be at fault or partially to blame. Kentucky is a no-fault state, so no matter who was at fault, an injured pedestrian can still file a claim to recover no-fault, medical/wage benefits.  In every state, there are laws concerning who has the right of way in certain situations. This doesn’t only apply to motor vehicles, like motorcycl ..read more