While commercial trucks are a necessary part of transporting freight and keeping commerce moving, they are also a hazard to other drivers on the road. Since semi-trucks are so big and heavy, they have large blind spots and require a longer distance to stop than passenger vehicles do. If you are ever involved in an accident with a commercial truck, then these tips will help you recover your damages afterward.…
Read More »Whether you are male or female, being sexually harassed in the workplace can be beyond devastating. Whether you were sexually harassed verbally or physically, it’s not something that you should be quiet about, but you may not know what to do. Read on to learn more. Go to Human Resources The first thing that you should do is go to your human resources department to file a sexual harassment complaint. Make sure that this complaint is taken very seriously, that it’s documented, and that you know exactly what they intend to do to the person who sexually harassed you.…
Read More »If you have been injured in some way by a product, then you may be able to file a product liability claim. This type of lawsuit may allow you to receive money from the manufacturer, installer, or store that sold or installed the product into your home. When it comes to product liability, you should understand that there are a few different types of defects. It is important to identify the defect to understand who is liable for the injury.…
Read More »Being criminally charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is very serious business indeed. The penalties for this kind of charge can be life-changing, with everything from fines to actual jail time being on the table. It’s a pretty scary charge and you definitely want to minimize your chances of receiving the conviction. If you’ve already been charged with a DUI or if it ever happens to you in the future the tips below will help you understand what you need to do.…
Read More »If you can show that you were fired from a job on inappropriate grounds, you have a lot to gain. Your old company may have to reimburse you for the money you lost by being unemployed after you were fired, for example. The company may also have to pay damages based on the fact that they hurt your career. Proving that your firing was inappropriate can be a more difficult task than it sounds, though.…
Read More »If you are going to go before a judge for a child custody hearing, you want to make sure that you are prepared. During the hearing, you are going to need to show that you are involved in your child’s life and that as a parent, you have the ability to provide for your child both financially and emotionally. You need to basically prove that you have the ability to take care of your child and that you care about your child.…
Read More »Work-related injuries can be as varied as the tasks workers do, and not all injuries heal in a timely manner. Your employer is required, in most cases, to provide you with workers’ compensation insurance at no cost. When you get injured at work or through a work-related accident or illness, you can expect to be able to visit the doctor and get treatment for those injuries at no charge. You may also be allowed to stay home and earn a certain amount of your former salary for some length of time.…
Read More »Hair is both a delicate body part and a delicate discussion at times. Most people concentrate on how their hair looks as it tends to frame their face and enhance their looks. As a salon owner your pride comes in seeing your customers happy with god customers. One of the first things that can happen to your reputation is your customer accusing you of ruining their hair. If you have a customer who is unjustly making claims about your salon, you may have to take the steps to sue them for defamation.…
Read More »It’s always been a challenge getting non-custodial parents to pay their portion of child support. In 2013, parents owed approximately $32.9 billion of support, but only 68.5 percent of custodial parents received their payments. However, the burgeoning gig economy is making it even more difficult for custodial parents to get what’s due because it’s much easier for non-custodial payments to hide this money. Here’s more information about this issue and what you can do to make your ex-spouse pay.…
Read More »Getting in any kind of car accident can cause serious injuries, but bicycle and auto accidents can be especially damaging. Because the rider is so exposed and so much smaller than the other vehicle, even a collision at low speed can cause lasting and severe injuries. If you’re a cyclist who has been in a car accident, here is a list of the first things you should do after the accident is over, even if you feel fine immediately after.…
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