Legal Insights

Does Driving Need Better Regulation In 2022?

Modern cars are safer than ever; modern roads, however, may be more dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the first 9 months of 2021 saw 31,720 traffic fatalities, a record-breaking increase of 12% from the same period in 2020. Vehicle miles traveled increased by nearly 12% as well, helping to explain the massive jump, but 2021's recorded rate of 1.36 fatalities per 100 million vehicle miles traveled remains the highest rate since 2011 and represent...

Brain Injury Lawsuits In The USA: State By State Legal Differences

Introduction Does a brain injury need any definition? It is at its core the damage accrued by the brain. Now this damage can be temporary, permanent, physical, or psychological. Sometimes, the injury can also be life-threatening. When talking about brain injury, there are two broad categories in which it can be divided into:- Traumatic brain injury (TBI): Traumatic brain injuries are the most obvious impact injuries such as penetrative, contusions, Coup-contrecoup contusions, axonal injury, and...

How Do I Activate My Long Term Care Insurance?

Long term care insurance is needed by people who are unable to perform daily living activities such as dressing, bathing, eating, continence, transferring (getting in and out of a bed or chair), and walking. It covers expenses for services like home health care, homemaker services, friendly visitor/companion services, and emergency response systems. According to the Administration for Community Living statistics, people above 65 have a 70% chance of requiring long-term care. The cost of long...

5 Major Procurement Challenges A Contract Management System Will Easily Solve

The need to procure either a good or service will always be valid. More importantly, is the reason. Organizations, establishments and people can never run out of the need to acquire or obtain. The procurement process is a very important factor in business growth and excellence. Procurement covers a lot of factors ranging from formulating and acquiring petitions to interacting and finalizing agreements with vendors. The duties of a procurement officer cannot be undermined. It is as important ...

Can You Sue Someone for Assault?

When you’re assaulted or hurt by another person, you have legal options available to you. There are criminal repercussions if someone assaults another individual and also potential civil remedies.   We often characterize assault as a crime, which it can be. At the same time, an assault is a wrongful act that can serve as the basis for a personal injury lawsuit.   Below, we detail what you should know. What’s Considered Assault? Assault is usually defined as an intentional act th...

7 Methods to Expose Secret Assets During Divorce

Divorce is a process that’s never comfortable. The people who have committed themselves to each until the end of their lives are now going separate ways. All the things that are a part of this procedure will usually leave a bad taste in the mouth because all the personal problems will now go public.Thankfully, we can see that this occurrence is much less common than it used to be in the last ten years. In 2020, the divorce rate was 2.3 per 1,000 population. Without any doubt, the most wide...

Why Do Truck Accidents Happen?

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the number of large truck accidents per million vehicle miles traveled has declined, but there has been an increase in fatal accidents.   Tens of thousands of lives are impacted by truck accidents every year, and getting to the bottom of why that might be the key to bringing those numbers down. The reasons why so many happen each year may just surprise you. Vehicles Driving in No-Visibility Zones Experienced truck accident l...

How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You Win a Settlement

Car accidents and vehicle collisions often come with considerable physical and emotional costs and can be particularly difficult to process when you believe someone else was at fault. If the liability for the accident rests on someone else, you may be entitled to a financial settlement that compensates you for medical expenses, lost wages, and damages. Reaching a settlement in Colorado can be a lengthy, arduous process that requires the assistance of the best personal injury attorney in Denver. ...

Mistakes to Avoid After Getting Involved in a Road Accident

Being involved in a road accident is a horrific experience, and it’s easy to make mistakes after one occurs. Sometimes, people may go into physical shock after being involved in a car, motorcycle, or truck accident, compromising their judgment. This could lead to mistakes that may be costly in the long run, especially when seeking compensation or during court trials. Below, we have highlighted the three mistakes that everyone involved in a road accident should avoid. You can also use this ...

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Making a Will

Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take toward securing your family’s future. It involves outlining your last wishes for clarity surrounding who receives your assets and how your affairs should be handled.   As straightforward as a will can seem, it can actually be quite easy to make some costly mistakes during its creation. By being aware of some of these errors, you may be better placed to avoid making them yourself. Not Considering Overriding Factors When you...

What are California Lemon Laws and How Do I Know I'm Eligible?

When it comes to society, we all can agree when we say that laws are a very important part of it. Along with science and economy, laws allow society to run smoothly, protecting civilians from themselves and the people who want to, in one way or another, take advantage of others.But laws are not only there to protect us from wrongdoers and evil people. They are also there to protect us from situations we might not have any control over. Good examples of this include things like marriages, div...

What Happens After a Person is Arrested?

Anyone who has ever watched a crime procedural has heard the phrase, "You have the right to remain silent," and every day on national television, we see people in handcuffs getting arrested for various crimes. Considering that Pennsylvania is the state with the eighth-lowest crime rate in the U.S., is an arrest always necessary? Before explaining step by step the process of getting arrested, it is essential to make a brief distinction between being detained and being arrested. Detention is w...

6 Reasons You Should Hire a Lawyer After a Car Accident

Getting involved in a car accident is scary, as it is often accompanied by many uncertainties and the burden of handling its aftermath. Amid all these challenges, one of the best decisions you can ever make is hiring an experienced car accident lawyer. This article outlines six reasons you should hire a lawyer after a car accident. 1. Better handling of your insurance company Dealing with an insurance company after a car accident can be frustrating as they have so many ways to complicate cas...

Two Marketing Tools Every Small Business Needs to Master

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could master all the marketing tools available to you as a small business owner? In fact, there are so very many marketing tools and strategies that even the marketing pros are continually learning and growing alongside the technology that just keeps getting better and better by the day. With that said, and even in the presence of a marketing team taking on the bulk of your strategy, there are still things you can do, and these are the tools you should master as a sm...

What Brian Flores Suing the NFL Means from a Legal Standpoint

In the past few hours, a bombshell news story broke on ESPN that many other sports networks picked up. Other mainstream media outlets started talking about it as well. Former Dolphins head coach Brian Flores brought a class-action lawsuit against the NFL and certain team owners in particular.Flores alleged that the NFL has systemically racist hiring practices that deny African-Americans from holding head coaching positions and other prominent positions in NFL franchises. It will be interesti...

Common Injuries For Back Seat Passengers

The IIHS highlights that people riding in the back seat are actually 8 times more likely to end up killed or seriously injured than those riding in the front seats. This is due to several reasons like the seat belt being used less often and fewer safety options available.   To highlight how dangerous it can be to ride in the back seat, let’s talk about the most common injuries such passengers face. Common Injuries For Back Seat Passengers Most injuries happen because of the fact that bac...

What Happens if You Renounce Your American Citizenship

The U.S. is a beautifully diverse country that brings together a mixture of cultures, beliefs, and people. But the American people are not all contained within the borders of its 50 states. With over 9 million U.S. citizens living abroad, we can say that the country is spread all over the globe. Being a U.S. citizen grants you certain rights and protections while overseas, plus the benefit of moving freely when you are in the country. However, you also have obligations and may be liable for ...

Can You Sue Someone If Their Dog Bites You?

As you walk down a street in your neighborhood, the last thing you expect is to be bitten by a dog. However, statistics show that every year more than 4.5 million people are either bitten or attacked by a dog in this country alone. If this has happened to you or a loved one, you are entitled to compensation from the dog’s owner or their insurance. Dog bites can be quite extensive and hazardous and may include the need for hospitalization, rehabilitation, and more. Besides extensive trauma,...

The Tax Benefits of Paying Yourself as a Freelance Business Owner

As the owner of the company, you’re probably getting paid somehow. However, that doesn’t mean you’re taking advantage of the tax savings specific withdrawal methods can bring. If you’re a sole proprietor or a business owner, here’s how you can pay yourself the right way. The Draw Method The draw method is likely how most freelancers are paying themself. Also known as the owner’s draw, freelancers will take from the companies profits as they see fit. It doesn’t really matter how...

How to Hire the Best Legionnaires’ Disease Attorney

Legionnaires’ disease is a type of pneumonia caused by legionella bacteria. Left untreated, it can cause many long-lasting health issues, even death. In fact, about one in 10 people diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease end up dying from it. If you or your loved one became ill with Legionnaires’ disease and someone else was responsible, you deserve compensation for your damages. The legal system can be intimidating if you’re not familiar with the judiciary process. You’re already dealin...