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 »
Medical Negligence – Things to Know
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association, medical negligence is the third leading cause of death in the United States, behind heart disease and cancer. In spite of this, medical negligence can be difficult to prove. Forbes has posted an article regarding medical negligence. In addition to the information found within our site, the… Read More »
Idaho Wrongful Death Claims
In Idaho, if you have a loved one who has died because of the negligence of another, you may have a claim for wrongful death. Wrongful death claims can be brought by certain family members or a personal representative. In Idaho, look to Idaho Code §5-311 to determine if you can bring a claim on… Read More »
Importance of Evidence in Semi Truck Accident Cases
Preserving evidence can be particularly important in accidents involving semi trucks. Because the drivers and operators of semi trucks are heavily regulated, important documents and other physical evidence may be available to help prove certain aspects of your injury case. A review of these documents may lead to important findings like driver fatigue, a vehicle… Read More »
Electrical Injuries – Determine your Rights
Electrocution is a very serious hazard for those in the workplace and can lead to serious injuries including death. Those workers involved in construction face risk of electrocution most frequently, although other trades also face this risk. Generally, there are four types of electrical injuries, including electrocution (defined as a fatal injury), burns, shocks and… Read More »