Derrick Hayes

3 Guidelines To Help You Understand How Truck Accident Claims Work

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Getting involved in a truck accident can completely change your life's trajectory. Most accidents lead to severe injuries that take months or even years of recovery before you can resume normal activities. Additionally, you might never regain the same health status as before the accident. Therefore, you will need to consult a competent lawyer to guide you in filing your claim and getting compensation. Here are three guidelines you will find useful in helping you understand how the process works.

13 June 2022

Defend Yourself Against Allegations Leveled Against You In A Vehicle Collision

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The law gives you the right to sue a negligent driver that makes you sustain severe injuries as well as damage your car in a collision. However, getting payment might be complicated, especially when the party that is at fault claims you participated in the car crash. In this case, you have to craft a strong defense to shield yourself against these allegations. Luckily, a car injury lawyer can be of great help in this situation.

12 April 2022

Can I Win My Motorcycle Accident Case After Lane Splitting?

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Lane splitting is a controversial practice and most states do not allow it. If you are in a state that does not allow lane splitting and you find yourself in an accident, you will want to speak with a motorcycle accident lawyer about whether this will affect your case. The Dangers Associated with Lane Splitting Lane splitting is when you ride in between two lanes of traffic. For example, there might be a car in both the left and right lanes and you may ride in the middle of both lanes.

16 February 2022

3 Questions About Construction Site Injuries

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Construction work is a very dangerous job, with many accidents happening due to unsafe working conditions. If you find yourself as a victim of an accident that results in an injury, you'll likely have the following questions.  Will You Need To Use Workers' Compensation For Your Injury? You may be wondering if a construction site injury will be covered under workers' compensation. If you are an employee of a construction company and suffer a workplace injury, you will be entitled to use workers' compensation insurance to get the money you need to cover your medical bills.

7 December 2021

How Car Accidents Can Lead To Life-Long Disabilities

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When you are involved in a car accident, you might find yourself suffering from health problems for a long time. If you never recover, you may find it difficult or impossible to find and maintain a job. Therefore, it will be important to seek medical treatment for your injuries early on and to seek compensation for your injuries. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Even if you are not physically injured, you might suffer from PTSD.

13 September 2021

Who Is Liable After A Delivery Truck Accident?

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Delivery trucks are used more and more as consumers rely on them to receive products they order online. However, these vehicles can be relatively large and can cause a lot of damage when they strike other vehicles. If you are involved in an accident with a delivery truck, you must take swift action to make sure that you will receive compensation for your injuries. How to Determine Liability With cases involving a delivery van, one of the issues you will need help with is determining who you should sue.

7 July 2021

What's To Know About Getting Into An Accident With A Big Rig Truck

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You're likely familiar with what to do if you get into an accident with another passenger vehicle on the road. However, do you know what to do if that accident is with a big rig truck? Here are some tips that will help you navigate the differences.  The Cause Of The Accident Can Be Different  One of the big differences with a big rig truck accident is how the accident is caused.

16 June 2021

Reasons Why You Might Feel Sore After a Car Accident

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After you have been in an accident, you will likely be in shock and will have a lot of adrenalin. When this wears off, you may be in a lot of pain. It's important to not downplay the pain and soreness you feel because you might be more injured than you think. It's important to seek compensation with an auto accident attorney. The Severity of Your Injuries If you are severely injured, you may not notice it right away.

2 June 2021

Disability Lawyers Represent Clients With Mental Health Problems

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Both physical and mental disorders can qualify people for long-term disability benefits. Examples of mental health issues that can make working full-time very difficult or impossible include schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Proving that a mental disorder is disabling enough to prevent earning a living is sometimes problematic. A Social Security Disability lawyer can assist with the application to boost the chances of being approved. Verification Verification of disability due to mental health or cognitive problems will be necessary.

11 May 2021

What Is the Burden of Proof With Your Accident Case?

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Most have heard the term burden of proof before. Its importance when it comes to both civil and criminal matters cannot be understated. When it comes to personal injury cases like a car accident, the burden of proof tells the story of the case. To find out more about this issue, read on. Understanding the Burden of Proof This term is both a general term for guilt and a measurement of evidence.

3 May 2021