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What To Do If You Slip and Fall in Walmart?

If you slip and fall in Walmart, you may be entitled to receive compensation for any medical expenses, pain and suffering, and lost wages caused by the accident. A knowledgeable slip and fall lawyer can review your situation and determine if you have a viable liability claim and assess your damages. Here’s a quick guide. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c7UXcVxslvE Can I sue Walmart for slipping? Yes, you can sue Walmart for slipping if you are injured and the store or an employee was responsible for your accident. To be eligible for compensation, you’ll have to prove that your injuries were caused by Walmart’s negligence. Property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition, and if Walmart failed to maintain its premises safely they can be held liable. This is called “premises liability”  The theory of premises liability does not hold Walmart responsible for every injury that occurs in a store, just the accidents that are caused by their negligence. A property owner is considered negligent if they do not correct an unsafe condition they knew of or reasonably should have known about. You can argue that the owner should have recognized and repaired the dangerous condition, should…

What Should You Not Say to an Insurance Adjuster?

When talking to an insurance adjuster, it’s essential that you remember that insurance companies are not on your side. Insurance providers are for-profit businesses, and their ability to make profits depends on paying the least amount possible for each and every claim.  Whether you are dealing with your own insurer or another driver’s, no one you talk to at an insurance company is trying to help you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UKRbFprB0E How do you answer an insurance adjuster's questions? If you have hired a personal injury lawyer to represent you, your attorney will handle communications with the insurance company. If you do not have a lawyer, you should agree to give the claims adjuster the information they need to process your claim, but make sure you always refuse to give a recorded statement.  Here are a few tips for answering an insurance adjuster’s questions: Review the accident report before answering any questionsClearly explain the facts that prove the other driver was responsible for the accidentDo not provide any unnecessary informationTell the adjuster all of the injuries you suffered in the accident, including minor injuries such as bruises, headaches, and a stiff neck What do insurance adjusters look for? Insurance adjusters are always looking…

What Is Truck Driver’s Knee?

Truck driver’s knee is a common knee injury suffered by truck drivers, also called patellar tendonitis or jumper’s knee. The condition affects the patella tendon, which connects your kneecap to your shinbone and helps your muscles straighten your knee during various activities. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJcc3B6fsNI What causes knee pain while driving? Truck driver’s knee is caused by repeated stress and strain on the patellar tendon, which eventually causes small tears to form in the tendon. As more tears occur, they start to cause tendon pain and inflammation. The first symptom is typically a sharp pain just under the kneecap during physical activity. As the injury worsens, the pain may continue even when you are not physically active. For truck drivers, the most common causes of patellar tendonitis include:  Operating truck pedals for long periods of timeClimbing in and out of trucksJumping off trailers  Other risk factors for jumper’s knee include tight leg muscles, muscular imbalances, and being overweight. How do I stop my knees from hurting when I drive? There is a range of treatment options for truck driver’s knee that can stop your knees from hurting when you drive.  Once you have been diagnosed with patellar tendonitis, the first suggested treatment…

What Is the Minimum Payout for Whiplash?

Whiplash is a type of sprain that occurs in the neck’s soft tissues when the body, head, and neck move rapidly back and forth. Victims can suffer whiplash in a variety of situations, including assaults and falls, but it is also one of the most frequent types of car accident injury. Drivers and passengers in the front vehicle during a rear-end collision have the greatest risk of whiplash. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RvPRCTcBQE What is the average settlement payout for whiplash? While there is no “average” settlement payout for whiplash, your settlement will generally be determined by your medical expenses and the amount of time it took you to heal up. Other factors include the severity of the accident, your lost wages, and the long-term effects of your injuries.  You may also be able to recover past, present, and future pain and suffering damages for serious whiplash injuries. Is it worth suing for whiplash? If the insurance company is not willing to fairly compensate you, then it is usually worth suing for whiplash when you have been injured in a car crash or other accident that was someone else’s fault. While each whiplash case has a different set of underlying facts and circumstances that…

Should You Get a Lawyer After a Refinery Accident?

If you have been injured in a refinery accident, it’s essential to engage an experienced personal injury lawyer to represent you. An attorney with experience representing refinery accident victims will know how to investigate the scene of the accident and uncover the necessary evidence to prove that the oil company was negligent. The oil company will be doing everything in their power (and ample financial means) to limit their liability, so it’s vital that you have a skilled refinery accident lawyer on your side. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0YZefHeT8dY Are accident lawyers worth it? In refinery accident cases, hiring an accident lawyer is well worth the cost.  Refinery accidents can cause severe injuries with extensive medical bills and other damages. Hiring a refinery accident lawyer to handle your case can maximize the value of your claim by taking on the oil companies for you. Statistically, people who hire accident lawyers receive higher settlements. Even after paying attorney fees, accident victims still walk away with much more money than they would have received without a lawyer.   Personal injury attorneys deal with accidents every day. As a result of this experience, refinery accident lawyers have developed: Extensive knowledge of the relevant laws and oil company tacticsStrategies…

Does Pandemic Fatigue Lead to Reckless Driving?

It is disturbing to see that there was a 7% increase in car accident fatalities in 2020. How could the statistics go up if most of the country was in quarantine for at least half of the year? We all heard about going stir crazy, but did any of us thought that being stir crazy could lead to almost 3,000 more deaths on United States roadways? Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration: Even though Americans drove less in 2020 due to the pandemic, early estimates of crash fatalities from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released Thursday reveal the largest projected number of deaths since 2007.According to NHSTA, an estimated 38,680 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes last year, representing an increase of about 7.2 percent as compared to the 36,096 fatalities reported in 2019.Preliminary data from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) shows vehicle miles traveled (VMT) in 2020 fell by about 430.2 billion miles—a 13.2 percent decrease.The fatality rate for 2020 was 1.37 fatalities per 100 million VMT, up from 1.11 fatalities per 100 million VMT in 2019.NHTSA’s analysis shows that the main behaviors that drove this increase include: impaired driving, speeding and…

The Ultimate Guide to Motorcycle Accidents

Riding a motorcycle can be quite a rush. Unfortunately, because motorcycle drivers are entirely exposed in collisions, it can also be hazardous, particularly if you do not wear a helmet. If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident or someone you love has been killed, there are steps you can take to protect your rights. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47ITjLF4pSM What should I do if I was in a motorcycle accident? If you are involved in a motorcycle accident, there are several steps you should take: File a Police Report According to Texas Transportation Code § 550.026, you are legally obligated to inform law enforcement immediately if you are involved in a motorcycle crash that causes injury to or death of a person, or damage to a vehicle to the extent that it cannot be normally and safely driven. Even if the accident does not meet these requirements and seems minor, you should always contact the police to file a crash report. Insurance companies find a police determination of fault to be persuasive, and having a police report to back up your side of the story can strengthen your claim. Photograph the Accident and Your Injuries After calling the police, you should take photos…

The Ultimate Guide to Garbage Truck Accidents

While they often go unnoticed, garbage trucks are a part of our everyday lives. No matter where you live, work or play, a garbage truck could be just around the corner at any time.  Unfortunately, because of their size and limited visibility, when garbage trucks are involved in accidents with cars, motorcycles, or pedestrians, they can be deadly. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zFHMs9cO70M What is considered a garbage truck accident? A garbage truck, sometimes called a waste collection vehicle (WCV), is a truck designed specifically to pick up waste and dispose of it in landfills or treatment facilities. Any crash where a garbage truck collides with another vehicle is considered a garbage truck accident.  Many of the alleys and streets that garbage trucks must service require them to back up once the trash is loaded. Unfortunately, many garbage trucks aren’t equipped with backup cameras, limiting their visibility and increasing the likelihood that garbage truck drivers will hit cars or people in their blind spots. Garbage truck blind spots are even larger than for other vehicles because of the loading arms that can obstruct a driver’s view.  The loads that garbage trucks carry also increase the danger they pose. Some trash will contain flammable or…

Is a Headache Normal After a Car Accident?

Suffering a headache after a car accident is normal. However, the fact that it is common does not mean there is no reason to be concerned. Headaches after a car accident can be a symptom of a much more serious underlying condition. If you start to experience headaches after being involved in a motor vehicle crash, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EF82H16eCo Is a headache normal after a car accident? Yes, headaches are frequently reported by car accident victims.  Even among those who are involved in relatively minor, low-impact accidents. Headaches can start immediately after the accident, or they can take several days to appear. Symptoms may include: A dull, achy head painA feeling of tightness or pressure across your forehead or the sides and back of your headScalp, neck, or shoulder tendernessLoss of appetite Neurologists typically refer to headaches caused by car accidents as “post-traumatic” headaches. Common types of post-traumatic headaches among car accident victims include: Post-concussive headachesMusculoskeletal headachesVascular headachesTension headachesCluster headachesMigrainesMuscle-contractions/spasmsChronic facial pain Nerve dysfunction Occipital neuralgia What if I have a constant headache after a car accident? It is also common for victims to suffer a constant headache after a car accident. These ongoing headaches…

Raccoon Eyes Brain Injuries and When to Hire a Lawyer

Raccoon eyes brain injuries can result from many different types of accidents, including motor vehicle accidents, severe falls, sports injuries, and accidents at work. After a severe brain injury, you may lose consciousness for minutes, hours, or sometimes even months. Even if you do not lose consciousness, you will likely feel confused, disoriented, overwhelmed, and terrified. On top of all that, brain injuries are incredibly expensive to treat and can take a long time to heal. In this guide to raccoon eyes brain injuries, we'll explain how the injury works, what reimbursement you can receive, and when you need to hire a lawyer. What is a raccoon eyes brain injury? A raccoon eyes brain injury is a type of traumatic brain injury. “Raccoon eyes”, or “periorbital ecchymosis” in medical terminology, are dark purple or blue bruises that develop under your eyes and resemble the dark circles under a raccoon's eyes. Raccoon eyes are a symptom of a specific traumatic brain injury called basilar skull fracture and are caused by blood from the fracture seeping into the soft tissue that surrounds the eyes.  Basilar skull fractures, also referred to as a skull base fracture, are typically caused by substantial blunt force…

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