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Trouble at the Pokéstop: 3 Ways Using Pokémon GO Can Result in a Personal-Injury Lawsuit

Pokémon GO has been praised for inspiring sedentary gamers to go out of their homes and get some exercise. But it has also caused some problems for players and the people they encounter as they try to collect the various Pokémon characters and defeat others at the local gyms. Some countries have delayed release of the game because of the legal problems it presents. There are several types of personal-injury lawsuits that could result from playing Pokémon GO.…

How to Maximize Potential Compensation for A Semi-Truck Accident That Wasn't Your Fault

On top of the pain and suffering that tends to result from being injured in a semi-truck accident, the experience can result in a loss of work if you aren’t able to transport goods for your clients due to bodily injuries or truck damage. If the accident wasn’t your fault, you might be entitled to compensation for your injuries, the loss of work, and the damage done to your semi-truck. Use the following tips and tricks to support your lawyer and optimize your chance of winning compensation in your personal-injury case.…

Proving A Store Is Negligent In Floor Care After You Fall

If you recently became injured due to falling while frequenting a store in your area, and you believe the business was well aware that the spot where you sustained your injury was not acceptable for customer use, you may decide to press charges in an attempt to receive compensation. Proving that a business was negligent in the way they had maintained an area of their establishment may be a bit difficult, but with perseverance you may be able to win your case and obtain funds to pay for your medical bills.…

Two Tips for Receiving Worker's Compensation for a Scaffold Fall Sustained at a Construction Site

Working in construction can be dangerous, and an accident can result in an injury, even if it seems like all safety protocols and procedures have been followed. This is especially true for workers who operate on a scaffold. Depending on how high up you are, a fall from a scaffold can result in critical injuries that take months or even years of physical therapy to heal or even permanent debilitating injuries. During your recovery process, you may spend a large portion of your time bedridden.…

3 Things To Do After An Automotive Accident To Support Your Personal Injury Case

Sometimes, due to the negligence of another motorist, there is no way for you to avoid an automobile accident. Often, serious accidents result in significant injuries and a lengthy recovery time. The medical expenses, lost wages, and property damages that you suffer due to an accident that is not your fault should not become your financial responsibilities. Thus, it is important for you to pursue damages through a personal injury case.…

Don't Let Summer Storms Catch You Off Guard: 3 Defensive Driving Tips For Poor Weather

About 22% of car accidents are weather-related. It’s a common misconception that most weather-related accidents happen in winter weather conditions, but the truth is that 73% of weather-related accidents occur on wet pavement and 46% occur during rainfall. Only about 17% of weather-related accidents occur during snow or sleet. This means that it’s just as important to watch out for those summer storms if you want to avoid an accident. Take a look at a few tips that can help you avoid a rainy-day accident.…

Understanding VA Claim Denials

Dealing with the Department of Veterans Affairs isn’t always a simple task. Whether you’re trying to increase your disability rate or fighting against a denial with an appeal, the burden of proof is in your hands to show exactly how you’re suffering, how it’s the government’s responsibility and how much the problems are worth. Before rushing out to pay for every test and consultation you can think of, consider a few medical options and legal angles that could be more successful.…

4 Things You Need To Know About Fitness & Diet Advice & Personal Injuries

How often do you see advice on the web, or even from friends, that is completely off base? How often do you see people injuring themselves at the gym or local fitness center? Are you worried that you could be the next one to fall prey to bad information or equipment? Keeping these tips in mind, you can best protect yourself from bad information and practices by those in the fitness and dieting industries you thought you could trust.…

How Much Money Can I Get For My Motorcycle Accident?

If you’re deciding whether or not to pursue a lawsuit for your motorcycle accident, knowing how much the claim would be worth is an important deciding factor. Here are some things that can affect your insurance payout.  Who Is At Fault for the Accident The first thing to consider is whether the other person was liable for your accident. In some cases, this can be clear cut; if the person rear-ended you, that is clearly on them.…

Using Technology To Avoid Parking Lot Accidents

Car accidents that occur in parking lots attract the same consequences as car accidents that occur elsewhere. However, liability for parking lots accidents tends to be more difficult to prove than that for accidents that occur on the road. This may be because parking lots either don’t have well-marked lanes or are poorly designed. In fact, some jurisdictions don’t even issue tickets (tickets are usually helpful in proving negligence) for parking lot accidents.…