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3 Things To Avoid When Receiving Workers Compensation
You've been sent home with a work-related injury. Now you're collecting workers compensation and worried about the future. The first thing you should do is speak to an attorney – even if you don't plan on retaining legal counsel. An attorney will help you understand your rights as an injured worker. They'll also help you avoid costly mistakes while you're recovering from your injuries. During your recovery time, the insurance company will be keeping track of you.
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Filing A Wrongful Death Suit Due to Listeria
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Listeria is the third leading cause of food poisoning deaths. This cruel bacteria is especially adept at targeting the vulnerable such as pregnant women, the elderly, newborns, unborn babies, and those with weakened immune systems. If you have recently lost a loved one who exhibited the following symptoms, they may have eaten food contaminated with listeria: Fever Nausea Diarrhea And if your loved one had the following symptoms, they may have suffered a very serious and dangerous complication of listeria infection such as bacterial meningitis.
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Your Motor Vehicle Accident Settlement And Taxes: What Every Person Should Know
In the midst of a motor vehicle accident claim, the primary thing on your mind is getting a settlement so that you can pay your personal, property and medical expenses. However, many people rarely think about the requirements that come along with accident settlements, specifically when it comes to taxes. While this is not always the case, there are some scenarios in which you will have to pay taxes on the money you receive for your accident settlement.
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Three Questions To Ask When Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney
If you're injured in an accident, one of your first priorities is to hire a personal injury attorney who will represent your best interests. A quick browse on the Internet or a flip through your phone book will reveal a long list of names, but it can be daunting to sort through the list if you don't have an idea of what you should be looking for. Don't get discouraged and give up -- having a reputable, experienced attorney on your side can help you get justice.
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Three Small Problems That Could Cost You Big in Denied Disability Benefits
Social security disability is a great source of reliable income for people who can no longer work full-time in their chosen profession, but obtaining it isn't as clear-cut as it may seem. Even when your case is as simple as can be on the surface, it's possible to get your disability claim denied on a technicality. Below are some unexpected small oversights that may turn out to be serious enough to sink your first claim.
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After you are involved in a serious car accident, you might feel confused about what to do next. In order to feel like yourself again, you might be tempted to try to go about your daily activities, only to come across loads of challenges. In addition to focusing on your own recovery, you might also be left wondering what to do about medical bills, pushy insurance adjusters, and annoying family members. However, the right lawyer can help you to find your way. My name is Dan, and I know firsthand how difficult it can be to recover from a bad injury. Read my website to learn how proper legal representation can simplify your journey.