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Key Evidence in a Personal Injury Case Now that more people are using smartphones than ever before, it does not take much effort to record accidents while they are happening. Because video surveillance is easily accessible and readily available in most places, it is often used as a key piece of evidence when a person is filing a personal injury claim. When It Comes in Handy Video surveillance can come in handy for quite...

Pedestrian Accidents Spike During the Holidays It’s November already, and you know what that means! There are only a few short weeks left to cram in all your holiday shopping. After all, no one wants to rush out to the store on Christmas Eve in search of a gift they forgot. Many holiday shoppers wait all year for the amazing deals that are sure to appear on Black Friday. So, you should expect to see...

Filing a Personal Injury Claim After getting into a serious accident at work, while on the road, or even when walking around outside, you may have hopes of filing a lawsuit against the person or people that are responsible for those injuries. While some cases are serious enough to require taking legal action, not all situations are the same. Below, we outline the elements of a personal injury claim. The Elements of Personal Injury...

Injuries on Someone Else’s Property While an accident can happen anywhere, some will happen on property that belongs to private owners. Those that have been injured while on private property often wonder if it is possible for them to file a lawsuit because of the damages they have dealt with. Medical insurance companies cover some of the expenses when a person is injured and needs treatment, but these companies usually do not cover the full...

Commercial Truck Accidents Commercial truck accidents are devastating to those involved and can increase the likelihood of serious injury or death of the driver or passengers in the incident. The factors surrounding these serious truck accidents are important and can help lead to the success of your personal injury lawsuit. During a free legal consultation, we can learn the specifics of your case in order to present the strongest case for you. Our job is...

Compensation for Catastrophic Injuries The damages that incur with catastrophic injuries are greater than the personal injuries that usually occur with any type of accident. The compensation possible for these serious injuries may be higher, too. The Law Offices of Richard A. Stoloff knows what awards you may receive, how to plan ahead and to make sure that the bills you have receive necessary payment quickly. Causes of Catastrophic Injuries Catastrophic injuries occur without warning...

Personal Injury Overview Damages are the amount of compensation that you receive after someone else’s negligence causes you to suffer an injury. There are many factors, both economic and non-economic, to consider when calculating the value of a personal injury case. Additionally, an amount that works for one case may not appropriately cover the damages of another one. Payable Damages in a Hamilton Personal Injury Case It is normal to question which costs are...

Teen Drivers Do you have a new teenage driver? Have you properly instructed them about driving safety? It’s normal for all parents to be worried when their youngster is first learning how to drive. On top of safety concerns, parents must also assume all legal and financial liability for children who are on the road. Below we’ll discuss the details and statistics behind teenage driving trends and talk about the legal liability parents assume. Facts...

Brain Injury Statistics The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) report that an overwhelming 1.5 million individuals throughout the nation will suffer a traumatic brain injury every year. Among those, over 85,000 will have long-term disabilities as a result. What are traumatic brain injuries and what causes them? Continue reading for these answers and more. FAQs About Traumatic Brain Injuries A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, happens when the brain gets injured. A person may begin...

Wrongful Death Statistics The National Safety Council estimates that preventable injuries are the third-leading cause of death in the U.S. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) confirms this fact and further explain how unintentional injuries took the lives of over 161,374 individuals throughout 2016. What is wrongful death, and what are the most common causes? When an unintentional injury causes death, does the family have any legal recourse? Read on to find out. What is...