Maximum Medical Improvement in Personal Injury Cases

The term “Maximum Medical Improvement” (MMI) is most frequently associated with workman’s compensation cases. However, it also plays an important role in personal injury settlements. It can help assign a value to your medical damages, for example, and help predict future damages incurred in the form of lost wages and ongoing medical treatment. Let’s take a closer look at the concept of MMI and how it can impact a personal injury case. What is Maximum Medical Improvement? Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) refers to the stage in a person's medical treatment where their condition has stabilized to the fullest extent possible. At this...

26 April

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Amusement Park Accidents

Posted by Lindsay

in Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Amusement park silhouetted against a sunset

With summer fast approaching, many amusement parks are getting ready to re-open for the season. Most of the time, these theme parks are a wholesome way to spend a day with family and friends. But rollercoasters and other thrilling rides are not without risks. Approximately 30,000 individuals were treated in emergency rooms in 2016 for injuries related to amusement park accidents. You may be wondering what your options are if you or someone you know was hurt at a theme park. Can you file a lawsuit for amusement park accidents? Read our article to find out more. What Types of Accidents...

08 March

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Delayed Neck Pain After a Fall

Posted by Heather Kleinman

in Personal Injury, Slip and Fall

Neck injuries are very common following a fall. In fact, slip and fall accidents are the second leading cause of spinal cord injuries in the United States. Neck and spinal cord injuries are somewhat notorious for a delayed onset of symptoms. What happens if you begin experiencing delayed neck pain after a fall? Can you still pursue legal action if the fall occurred due to someone else’s negligence? Read our article to find out more. Why Neck Pain Symptoms Are Delayed Immediately following an accident, your body often protects itself with a surge of adrenaline. This is part of the body’s fight...

21 December

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Delivery Driver Slip and Fall Injuries

Posted by Lindsay

in Insurance Claim, Personal Injury

delivery driver with van filled with packages

What to Do If You Are Hurt Delivering Food or Packages These days, we rely on delivery drivers for just about everything, from groceries to takeout. These individuals spend a good amount of time both on the road and walking to and from homes where they drop off goods. This means they are more likely than most to be exposed to the elements, including rain, snow, or ice. These weather conditions can result in dangerous conditions that lead to slip and fall accidents for drivers who are out on their routes. Unfortunately, such accidents can cause serious injuries and even death....

19 May

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Understanding Personal Liability Insurance

Posted by Lindsay

in Insurance, Legal Advice, Personal Injury

Most individuals understand that their homeowners insurance covers damages related to the home, personal property, and certain surrounding structures. They may be less aware that they are also covered, to an extent, in cases of personal liability. What is Personal Liability Insurance? Personal liability insurance protects an individual in the event that someone is injured on his or her property. It also provides coverage when someone living within the home damages another person’s property. Generally speaking, most personal liability claims happen as a result of negligence. If someone slipped on your sidewalk as a result of an un-shoveled snow, for example, you may...