15 Jun
8 Common Injuries for Healthcare Professionals
Every day, healthcare professionals work hard to care for others from regular check-ups to severe injuries and diseases. A healthcare worker is anyone who works within the healthcare industry, which includes hospitals, clinics, nursing facilities, and health centers. These individuals may be doctors, nurses, or paramedics.
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04 Jun
Why Can’t I Choose My Own Doctor?
The workers’ compensation community accepts and expects that injured workers in the state of Florida do not get to choose which doctors will treat them for their on-the-job injuries. However, when someone gets injured on the job, they are often frustrated by their lack of choice over who is going to treat them for their injuries.
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02 Jun
6 Steps to Take after a Semi-Truck Accident
Semi-truck accidents are often extremely serious due to the fact they generally occur at high speeds on the freeway or interstate. While a small percentage of accidents occur on minor roads, most happen on larger roads. Data shows that most accidents occur between 6 am and 3 pm. Semi-truck accidents are scary and dangerous.
While statistically, semi-truck drivers are less likely to be a part of traffic accidents, they are more likely to be a part of serious accidents.
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30 May
Don't Forget to Do These 7 Steps if You're Bit by a Dog
Throughout the year, nearly 800,000 people experience a dog bite that requires medical attention. Children or postal workers are most likely to be bit, and those who are bit are often able to file a claim for a personal injury case. Seeking to receive compensation for a dog bite can be an involved process, so it’s important to not to forget to do these steps in the event you are bit by a dog.
I was in an accident with a semi-truck. What do I do now?
Cases against tractor-trailer companies are complex and much more intricate than a normal car accident. That said, what you should do immediately after such an accident is no different from any other accident. You should call 911 and make sure that the police and paramedics come to the scene. If you’re able, document the names and contact information of any witnesses who may have seen the accident and take pictures on your cellphone to document the scene and the damage.
I was hit by a commercial vehicle and their insurance company wants a statement from me. Do I have to give one?
Absolutely not. You should never, ever give a statement to the other insurance company. The adjusters will call and be very nice and cordial with the intent of receiving a statement that they will leverage against you later. You should never give a statement to another insurance company.
I was driving a company car when I was injured in an accident. Who pays for my medical bills?
If you’re injured in a car accident while driving a company vehicle, several different insurance claims are possible, including a workers’ compensation claim. You may also be able to file your own Personal Injury Protection claim through your car insurance policy. Meanwhile, a claim against the party at fault is also an option. These multiple insurance company claims are very complicated, and determining the best plan of action is crucial for medical bill coverage. With an experienced lawyer by your side, you can be sure your case is handled properly.
I was a passenger in a car that was in an accident, does the driver’s insurance cover my injuries?
It can, but it depends on the facts. If the driver of the car caused the accident, you can make a claim against the driver’s bodily injury coverage. If the driver of another car caused the accident and doesn’t have appropriate insurance coverage, you can make a claim under the car owner’s uninsured motorist coverage or your own uninsured motorist coverage.