I was hit by a Semi-Truck – Now What?
Being involved in a collision with a semi-truck is frightening and can lead to serious injuries. Semi-trucks drivers and owners have special duties. The trucks must meet various federal regulations and the drivers must meet heightened training and operation requirements. When the owners and drivers of semi-trucks are negligent, the victims of the negligence often… Read More »
Invasion of Privacy – Do I have a Case?
If you’ve been the victim of voyeurism, you may have a claim for invasion of privacy, premises liability and negligence. In today’s world, with the increasing availability of technology to record your private actions without your consent, voyeurism occurs more frequently than you may realize. The discovery that you’ve been recorded in your private moments… Read More »
Insurance Company Is Sending Me For “IME”
If you have an Idaho workers compensation claim, you may be required to attend an “IME,” or Independent Medical Evaluation. The purpose of the exam is for the insurance company to have a doctor hired by them assess how you are doing, whether you need more medical treatment, whether you have an impairment rating and… Read More »
Being a Logger – How Dangerous is it?
Did you know that being a logger is one of the most dangerous jobs in America? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), loggers face greater risks than all other professions. In fact, the three most dangerous jobs involve “man vs. nature.” Loggers are 30 times greater than the average worker of not walking… Read More »
Why do Injured Workers Hire Attorneys?
Do you know why injured workers hire attorneys? A recent study in 11 states showed that the top reasons that workers compensation claimants hire an attorney is because of workplace trust, fear of claim denial and severity of injury. About 50 percent of injured workers in Maryland hired an attorney while only 23 percent of… Read More »
