Bad Faith by Insurance Companies
It’s no secret that insurance companies save big money by denying claims and will go to incredible lengths to do so; Jim Mathis, a former … Continued
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Barrett Independent Insurance Adjusters
Are you being harassed by over a debt? Stop the harassment and get money, all without paying for our services. You are protected under the … Continued
Read More.Whiplash and Long-Term Effects
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that over 800,000 whiplash-related injuries are reported each year in the U.S., making it the most common … Continued
Read More.Risk Factors of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is an ongoing problem in the United States, and it’s estimated that as many as one in three nursing home residents have … Continued
Read More.Common Workplace Injuries
The workplace can indeed be hazardous, whether it’s an oil rig, warehouse, office, or commercial building. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), … Continued
Read More.Blunt Cardiac Injuries
Blunt cardiac injury (BCI) describes damage to cardiac tissue caused by blunt trauma to the chest, such as when a victim’s chest is struck by … Continued
Read More.Elements of Medical Malpractice
Doctors are commonly held to the highest standard of care, but not a standard of perfection. Unfortunately, negative outcomes do occur in medical science, and … Continued
Read More.Common Neck and Back Injuries in Auto Accidents
Back and neck injuries are not always immediately apparent, and some may not produce symptoms for days or even weeks after the accident. If … Continued
Read More.Common Myths About TBIs
Though concussions and their effects are generally well-understood, many people are not as familiar with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs); Here are some common myths … Continued
Read More.Accidents Involving Garbage Trucks
Garbage trucks are a common sight in every city and town in the state and, unfortunately, accidents involving these large trucks and smaller vehicles … Continued
Read More.Tips for Safe Winter Driving
The U.S. Department of Transportation studied over 1.3 million auto accidents between 2002 and 2012 and found that inclement weather caused about 23% of all … Continued
Read More.Types of Distracted Driving
Auto accidents are caused by many types of driver negligence, including intoxicated driving, violations of traffic laws, and even road rage, but the most widespread … Continued
Read More.Why Some Injury Claims Take Longer
If you’ve been injured in an accident, you deserve time to recover and naturally hope for things to return to normal as soon as possible. … Continued
Read More.Viable Medical Malpractice Claims
According to the American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys, medical malpractice occurs when “a hospital, doctor, or other health care professional causes an injury to … Continued
Read More.Understanding the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act
The Federal Nursing Home Reform Act (FNHRA) was originally passed in 1987 to ensure that all nursing home residents receive the quality care and attention … Continued
Read More.Understanding Spinal Discs and Tears
While there is rarely any room for ambiguity in medical terminology, spinal injuries and their associated pain are one of the rare exceptions, as … Continued
Read More.Symptoms of Mild and Severe TBIs
From time to time, we discuss the symptoms and effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), which affect over 1.7 million Americans per year. Of these … Continued
Read More.Study Explores Phone Use While Driving Among Older Adults
Distracted driving involving cell phone use is a problem on the rise that is commonly associated with younger drivers, especially those in their teens and … Continued
Read More.Spinal Injuries and Radiculopathy
“Radiculopathy” describes a condition in which one or more nerves are not working properly; it can occur in the spine, but more commonly in the … Continued
Read More.Jackknife Accidents on the Road
A “jackknife accident” occurs when a truck of two separate parts (a vehicle and trailer) folds at the point of separation due to a … Continued
Read More.Dangerous Toys to Avoid this Christmas
World Against Toys Causing Harm, Inc. (W.A.T.C.H.) has been raising awareness of dangerous toys and their manufacturers for more than forty years. Although parents have … Continued
Read More.Auto Accidents and TMJ
Your temporomandibular joint is a sort of hinge which connects the jaw to the skull’s temporal bones in front of each ear; it allows you … Continued
Read More.Spinal Discs and Annular Tears
An “annular tear” is generally defined by the Laser Spine Institute as a rip or tear in the outer layer of an intervertebral disc … Continued
Read More.New Device Could Help Police Catch Distracted Drivers
There is a new, first-of-its-kind device which could allow a police officer to “check a motorist’s cell phone for evidence of distracted driving prior to … Continued
Read More.Most Dangerous Drunk Driving Days of the Year
The amount of traffic on our roads during holidays can reach new heights with every passing year, and depending on the season a number … Continued
Read More.Escalator Accidents Increasing in the U.S.
In 2011, a four year-old boy was killed at the Auburn Mall in Massachusetts when an escalator’s guardrail pulled him through a gap between … Continued
Read More.Closed-Head Injuries and TBIs
Closed-head injuries sustained in car and motorcycle accidents, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), significant concussions, and diffuse axonal injuries, can be devastating even if … Continued
Read More.Caution on Social Media After an Accident
These days, the internet has made its way into countless facets of our lives, and especially our social lives, from keeping up with friends … Continued
Read More.Chain of Causation in Slip-and-Fall Accidents II
While some victims of slip-and-fall accidents may be tricked into thinking that immediate compensation can be received with minimal effort, they in fact have … Continued
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