That's Profound » Personal Injury http://www.thatsprofound.com Profound legal & finance stories! Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:10:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 The Effects of a Brain Injury http://www.thatsprofound.com/the-effects-of-a-brain-injury/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/the-effects-of-a-brain-injury/#comments Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:53:07 +0000 briansawyer http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=608 For some individuals, a blow to the head can result in relatively mild effects that heal over time. Others can experience a lifetime of debilitating trauma. The results largely depend on the severity of the strike and the area of the brain damaged.  Once the severity of the damage is determined, a Maryland brain injury attorney can help you find out the amount of compensation available to you.

Even mild brain trauma can cause significant effects

The most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can sometimes be relatively mild. But even individuals with mild TBI can experience long-term recovery times—potentially over a year.

According to the Brain Injury Association of America, some of the common effects of mild TBI include headaches, sleep disturbances, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. But it is common to experience effects on vision, memory, and speed of thinking, and even seizures and emotional issues may… Read the rest

]]> For some individuals, a blow to the head can result in relatively mild effects that heal over time. Others can experience a lifetime of debilitating trauma. The results largely depend on the severity of the strike and the area of the brain damaged.  Once the severity of the damage is determined, a Maryland brain injury attorney can help you find out the amount of compensation available to you.

Even mild brain trauma can cause significant effects

The most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can sometimes be relatively mild. But even individuals with mild TBI can experience long-term recovery times—potentially over a year.

According to the Brain Injury Association of America, some of the common effects of mild TBI include headaches, sleep disturbances, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. But it is common to experience effects on vision, memory, and speed of thinking, and even seizures and emotional issues may arise from TBI.

Specialized Maryland brain injury lawyers making justice a reality for our clients

Karp Frosh is committed to undertaking challenging cases, changing lives, and making justice a reality for our clients.  All traumatic brain injury cases we accept are handled on a contingent fee basis.  You pay no legal fees unless and until we secure a monetary recovery for you. To speak with an experienced brain injury attorney in Maryland about your accident case, call 800-229-7026. For the convenience of our clients, we have offices in Washington, DC, Rockville, Baltimore, Bethesda, Frederick, and Alexandria.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/the-effects-of-a-brain-injury/feed/ 0 How to Know if Your Personal Injury Claim is Valid http://www.thatsprofound.com/how-to-know-if-your-personal-injury-claim-is-valid/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/how-to-know-if-your-personal-injury-claim-is-valid/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 14:17:50 +0000 SarahD http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=633 There are many reasons that you might choose to make a personal injury claim.  Perhaps you suffered an accident in the workplace, slipped and fell in the grocery store, or had some kind of trauma from a faulty product.  Or maybe you were the victim of an automobile accident, you came down with an illness due to environmental factors (exposure to asbestos, for example), or your doctor gave you treatment without informed consent.  Although these instances may sound dissimilar, they all have one thing in common: they may have involved negligence on the part of another person that ultimately resulted in your personal injury.  And if you can prove that another individual or entity was to blame for your pain and suffering, then you may just have legal recourse for compensation.  But how do you know if your personal injury claim is valid?

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]]> There are many reasons that you might choose to make a personal injury claim.  Perhaps you suffered an accident in the workplace, slipped and fell in the grocery store, or had some kind of trauma from a faulty product.  Or maybe you were the victim of an automobile accident, you came down with an illness due to environmental factors (exposure to asbestos, for example), or your doctor gave you treatment without informed consent.  Although these instances may sound dissimilar, they all have one thing in common: they may have involved negligence on the part of another person that ultimately resulted in your personal injury.  And if you can prove that another individual or entity was to blame for your pain and suffering, then you may just have legal recourse for compensation.  But how do you know if your personal injury claim is valid?

The first thing you need to determine is culpability.  If the accident or injury was the result of your own negligence, then you probably don’t have a case.  Failing to follow safety guidelines, heed warning signs, or observe public laws is a good way to ensure that you have absolutely no claim for compensation should you become injured in the process.  In fact, behaving in this manner could lead to others having a personal injury claim against you!  So in order to avoid getting sued (or getting injured in the first place), you should make your motto “safety first”.  But once you’re injured, it’s a moot point.  The idea is that you need to figure out whether or not you’re at fault for the accident.

Once you have decided that you could not have prevented your injury in any way, it’s time to contact a personal injury lawyer (one who has the necessary knowledge and experience to assess your claim).  Your lawyer will first determine who (if anyone) is to blame.  If it turns out that it was simply an accident, with no one at fault, you won’t have a case.  But if there is clearly another party that bears responsibility for your suffering, then you can move forward with filing suit.  However, there are some criteria you will still have to meet before you can have your day in court.

It’s not enough to know that someone else was at fault (and who that someone is).  You also have the burden of proof to consider.  Remember, we’re all innocent until proven guilty, which means you have to come up with hard data or suitable witnesses to back up your claim.  This means securing testimony from others who were present during the accident (and support your account of the events that transpired), as well as experts willing to assert that others were to blame for your injury (not to mention experts that will testify to the extent of the damage – physical, emotional, or other).

With all your ducks in a row, you can move forward with your valid personal injury claim.  Although few cases ever see the inside of a courtroom, you will likely be able to settle with the offending party for part or all of the medical expenses incurred due to the injury (including ongoing medical costs).  It’s not easy to gain restitution for a personal injury claim, but it can be done with perseverance, a good lawyer, and the knowledge that justice will prevail.

Sarah Danielson writes for Corboy and Demetrio, a personal injury law firm based in Chicago, Illinois.

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If you have been injured while on vacation, there are many ways you can go about finding an attorney who can represent you in a case against the wrongful party or parties.

Assuming you have been injured while visiting another state, city or country, you will need to consult an attorney where you have been injured. This is because attorneys usually only provide services in states and countries where they are licensed to practice law. Prospective clients can also discuss their case with attorneys where they reside as well as many local attorneys often take on matters that have occurred in foreign countries and other states too.

Most people who are searching for an attorney start their search by conducting a search online for attorneys. Individuals can start by consulting a directory that lists the names, addresses, telephone numbers and areas of practice for various attorneys… Read the rest

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If you have been injured while on vacation, there are many ways you can go about finding an attorney who can represent you in a case against the wrongful party or parties.

Assuming you have been injured while visiting another state, city or country, you will need to consult an attorney where you have been injured. This is because attorneys usually only provide services in states and countries where they are licensed to practice law. Prospective clients can also discuss their case with attorneys where they reside as well as many local attorneys often take on matters that have occurred in foreign countries and other states too.

Most people who are searching for an attorney start their search by conducting a search online for attorneys. Individuals can start by consulting a directory that lists the names, addresses, telephone numbers and areas of practice for various attorneys that offer legal services in the country, state or city where the injury occurred.

Another source that prospective clients can use to find an attorney if injured on vacation would be the Yellow Pages. Although many attorneys do not list their practice in the Yellow Pages anymore, it is still a good resource for the names of attorneys in local areas. Even foreign countries have phone books as well, so consulting a phone book is always a good option.

If an online attorney directory and Yellow Pages does not pan out, prospective clients may want to ask locals in the area for a referral to an attorney who handles personal injury matters. Quite often, people find a good attorney who is willing to take on their case simply by asking around.

If you were injured on vacation in the United States, you can also opt to check with the local bar association for the state and city where you were injured as well. Bar associations maintain information on attorneys who offer services in every practice area, so when calling the bar association you want to ask for a referral to a personal injury attorney. The bar association is always a good choice when it comes to finding the names of attorneys that can help.

If you have been injured in a foreign country, you definitely want to discuss your injuries with a licensed attorney in the country where you have been injured. If you have been injured in the United States, you want to discuss your personal injuries with an attorney who is licensed to practice law in the state where you sustained your injuries. Of course, as with anything else there are exceptions to the rules, so you should keep that in mind. Most people also discuss their injuries with an attorney in their home state as well. Quite often attorneys that are not licensed to practice law in one state or country will take on a case that occurred in another state or foreign country.

By taking the time to consult an online directory of attorneys, checking the Yellow Pages, asking people for names of attorneys and contacting the bar association, prospective clients will have no difficulty finding a licensed personal injury attorney at all.

Logan McMasters is a content contributor for pentlargelaw.com, a personal injury lawyer Anchorage based firm, specializing in personal injury accidents.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/how-to-find-an-attorney-if-injured-on-vacation/feed/ 0 Types of Injury Cases that require a Personal Injury Attorney http://www.thatsprofound.com/types-of-injury-cases-that-require-a-personal-injury-attorney/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/types-of-injury-cases-that-require-a-personal-injury-attorney/#comments Sun, 19 Jun 2011 19:28:15 +0000 briansawyer http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=530 Depending on the situation, a tragic incident that results in a serious accident can be not only traumatic for those involved but the friends and families of the victims. All types of paranoia can result among victims’ friends and family members as they try their best to take care of those affects by the accident.  The last thing anyone affected by an accident wants to worry about is dealing with insurance companies due to bad faith cases or problems with employers due to lost wages.

An experienced attorney that knows the ins and outs of accidents including insurance litigation, personal injury claims, family disputes, workers compensation as well as general personal injury will be best suited.  The best recommendation to find an attorney that can deal with all your issues that result from an accident, is to find a general practice attorney familiar with the area of where the accident… Read the rest

]]> Depending on the situation, a tragic incident that results in a serious accident can be not only traumatic for those involved but the friends and families of the victims. All types of paranoia can result among victims’ friends and family members as they try their best to take care of those affects by the accident.  The last thing anyone affected by an accident wants to worry about is dealing with insurance companies due to bad faith cases or problems with employers due to lost wages.

An experienced attorney that knows the ins and outs of accidents including insurance litigation, personal injury claims, family disputes, workers compensation as well as general personal injury will be best suited.  The best recommendation to find an attorney that can deal with all your issues that result from an accident, is to find a general practice attorney familiar with the area of where the accident had taken place.

The next thing to take a look at is the concentration of the firm.  If the general practice firm has a focus on personal injury or accidents you should schedule an appointment with the firm ASAP.  An initial consultation will help explain your options.  The Ocean Springs lawyers for example, work on a contingency fee basis, and are there to help 24 hours a day. Firms like this are best suited for your personal situation.

It is hard when friends, family and children are involved and they are confused about what to do after an accident.  Find the right lawyer to help you.  The following are very common injuries that lawyers should be familiar with if they are concentrating on personal injury at their firm:

• Brain and head injuries – head fractures, traumatic brain injury, hemorrhages, etc…

• Neck injuries – Whiplash, disc ruptures, sprains, or slips

• Back injuries –spinal cord bulges or compression, paraplegia, Herniated discs

• Limb injuries – Broken bones, including fractured legs, ankles, arms, or wrists

These Mississippi personal injury lawyers, may recommend that you pursue a case to gain compensation for not only the lost wages resulting from being out of work or the medical expenses resulting from therapy and hospitalization but also the emotional trauma endured by you, friends and family.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/types-of-injury-cases-that-require-a-personal-injury-attorney/feed/ 0 New York Wrongful Death and Personal Injury http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-wrongful-death-and-personal-injury/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-wrongful-death-and-personal-injury/#comments Sat, 18 Jun 2011 19:27:59 +0000 briansawyer http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=526 When someone you are close to dies, the loss is intense and immeasurable.  But if the death was a result of the neglect or poor judgment of someone else, it is even more heartbreaking.  If the deceased was the main source of income for the family, the losses are likely monetary as well as personal.  The best way to recover these damages are to contact a New York personal injury attorney.

If someone dies because of an accident that was caused by the negligence or carelessness of someone else, this is what is known as wrongful death and should qualify the person to start a claim or lawsuit seeking monetary damages for that loss of life.

Wrongful death can result from many kinds of judgment lapses or accidents including the following:

  • Improper handling of a firearm
  • Disregard for workplace safety regulations
  • Defective or dangerous products
  • Medical malpractice
  • Explosions

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]]> When someone you are close to dies, the loss is intense and immeasurable.  But if the death was a result of the neglect or poor judgment of someone else, it is even more heartbreaking.  If the deceased was the main source of income for the family, the losses are likely monetary as well as personal.  The best way to recover these damages are to contact a New York personal injury attorney.

If someone dies because of an accident that was caused by the negligence or carelessness of someone else, this is what is known as wrongful death and should qualify the person to start a claim or lawsuit seeking monetary damages for that loss of life.

Wrongful death can result from many kinds of judgment lapses or accidents including the following:

  • Improper handling of a firearm
  • Disregard for workplace safety regulations
  • Defective or dangerous products
  • Medical malpractice
  • Explosions
  • Reckless driving
  • Failure to restrict access to a built-in pool
  • Nursing home abuse

If your loved one was killed by an accident caused by the negligence of one or more parties, you may be able to recover money damages.  The NY personal injury law firm of Rubenstein & Rynecki has extensive experience representing personal injury victims in wrongful death actions.  Let us fight for you.  If there is no recovery, there is no fee.  For a free consultation, call us at 800-447-HURT or 718-522-1020 or fill out our online contact form.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-wrongful-death-and-personal-injury/feed/ 0 What sorts of cases does “personal injury” include? http://www.thatsprofound.com/what-sorts-of-cases-does-personal-injury-include/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/what-sorts-of-cases-does-personal-injury-include/#comments Thu, 07 Apr 2011 20:46:20 +0000 briansawyer http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=455 The term personal injury is a bit deceiving. Many people believe personal injury only deals with bodily harm and physical injury. In fact, personal injury cases vary from a wide array of injuries. From cases of bodily harm to instances of property damage, a personal injury attorney can help you. Personal injury also includes cases such as wrongful death and unsafe or harmful products. When unsure whether a case is considered personal injury, contact an attorney to advise your situation. The personal injury includes cases such as:

  • Automobile accidents
  • Slip and falls
  • Wrongful death
  • Product liability
  • Mental pain and suffering
  • Boating accidents
  • Unkempt public building accidents
  • Work related injury
  • Any form of negligence

If you have recently been involved in any of these personal injury classifications, seeking an Oregon personal injury attorney should be a priority. A lawyer will help to win you the compensation needed for… Read the rest

]]> The term personal injury is a bit deceiving. Many people believe personal injury only deals with bodily harm and physical injury. In fact, personal injury cases vary from a wide array of injuries. From cases of bodily harm to instances of property damage, a personal injury attorney can help you. Personal injury also includes cases such as wrongful death and unsafe or harmful products. When unsure whether a case is considered personal injury, contact an attorney to advise your situation. The personal injury includes cases such as:

  • Automobile accidents
  • Slip and falls
  • Wrongful death
  • Product liability
  • Mental pain and suffering
  • Boating accidents
  • Unkempt public building accidents
  • Work related injury
  • Any form of negligence

If you have recently been involved in any of these personal injury classifications, seeking an Oregon personal injury attorney should be a priority. A lawyer will help to win you the compensation needed for your recovery.

Physical and Mental Injury

Physical and mental personal injuries often go hand in hand. When physical injury is caused by the negligence of another party, pain and suffering may readily follow. Individuals experiencing both physical injury and mental anguish can file a suit to be compensated for both ailments. Amount of damages owed is dependent upon the severity of the personal injury and negligence. Negligence will be determined by investigating the event leading to injury.

Property Damage/Financial Injury

Financial injury goes along with physical and mental injury. Physical injury can cause individuals to remain unable to work for a long period of time. Personal injury victims out of work become financially unstable. Many of these victims are in need of money for recovery and money to support other family members. In instances of financial injury, personal injury victims can file suit for future damages.

Personal Injury Lawsuits

The term personal injury encompasses all accidents in which a party caused another party injury due to negligence. The issue in question can be anything from financial injury to a purely physical injury, or both. When facing any sort of injury caused by another individual seek immediately legal guidance. If you have been subjected to any form of personal injury in the Oregon area, contact a personal injury law firm committed to helping injury victims by providing all legal attention necessary.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/what-sorts-of-cases-does-personal-injury-include/feed/ 0 NJ Injury Attorney Discusses Removing Snow From Cars http://www.thatsprofound.com/nj-injury-attorney-discusses-removing-snow-from-cars/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/nj-injury-attorney-discusses-removing-snow-from-cars/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2011 15:16:35 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=422 Due to the snowy winter, NJ injury attorney Tom Shebell at Shebell & Shebell, LLC wants to remind people of an amended law.  Police can ticket drivers of vehicles if snow is not removed from a vehicle after a snow storm in New Jersey.   As of October 20, 2010 an amended law that went into effect requires motorists to make an effort to remove snow and ice from vehicles on New Jersey roads.  The New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety produced a card stating “ice and snow, remove it before you go.

With New Jersey residents experiencing one of the worst winters in history this has put the law to the test.    Weekly snow and ice storms have pelted the area.  Driving in the snow and ice is dangerous.  Slow cautious driving and removing ice and snow from a vehicle can help avoid New Jersey accidents.  Removing snow from a motor vehicle so it does not impair or harm other vehicles is now an amended law in New Jersey.  The New Jersey police can write a ticket if no effort was made to remove snow from a vehicle.   Drivers will not receive any motor vehicle points for this violation.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/nj-injury-attorney-discusses-removing-snow-from-cars/feed/ 0 New York Malpractice Lawyer Discusses Hospital Negligence http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-malpractice-lawyer-discusses-hospital-negligence/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-malpractice-lawyer-discusses-hospital-negligence/#comments Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:27:30 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=417 Hospitals and surgeons are financially liable for injuries and deaths that occur as a result of their negligence. Due to staff shortages, turnover, and poor communication, nurses and hospital orderlies sometimes give the wrong medication to a patient, fail to maintain a sanitary environment, and occasionally mistake one patient for another. As a result, patients develop health complications or fail to receive the care needed to prevent their condition from worsening. In the case of surgical errors, departures from standard treatment protocols on the part of surgeons can result in botched procedures, disfigurement, and complications during surgery.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, based on suits occurring in the 75 largest counties in the US, 90% of all medical malpractice lawsuits are pursued by patients who have suffered permanent injury, or by families representing someone who has died as a result of malpractice.

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]]> Hospitals and surgeons are financially liable for injuries and deaths that occur as a result of their negligence. Due to staff shortages, turnover, and poor communication, nurses and hospital orderlies sometimes give the wrong medication to a patient, fail to maintain a sanitary environment, and occasionally mistake one patient for another. As a result, patients develop health complications or fail to receive the care needed to prevent their condition from worsening. In the case of surgical errors, departures from standard treatment protocols on the part of surgeons can result in botched procedures, disfigurement, and complications during surgery.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, based on suits occurring in the 75 largest counties in the US, 90% of all medical malpractice lawsuits are pursued by patients who have suffered permanent injury, or by families representing someone who has died as a result of malpractice.

Surgical Errors and Hospital Negligence Include:

* Wrongful Death
* Brain Damage/ Due To Lack Of Oxygen / Hypoxia
* Birth Injury / Erb’s Palsy
* Paralysis
* Post Operative Infection
o Staph Infection
o E. Coli
* Complications of Surgical Equipment That Cause Injury And Death
* Perforated bowel
* Common Bile Duct Surigical Injury
* Failing to timely diagnose and treat a post operative infection
* Mistake by anesthesiologist
* Excessive Blood Loss
* Disfigurement from disease or procedure
* Incorrect Dosage / Dispensing Wrong Drug / Dangerous Drug Interaction
* Instruments Or Sponges Left In Patient
* Nursing Home Errors
* Bedsores due to wet or dirty sheets

If you or a loved one is a victim of a hospital or physician error then contact the New York Malpractice Lawyers at Weinstein, Chase, Messinger & Peters, P.C.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-malpractice-lawyer-discusses-hospital-negligence/feed/ 0 What Are the True Costs of My Injury? http://www.thatsprofound.com/car-accident-lawyer-pennsylvania/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/car-accident-lawyer-pennsylvania/#comments Fri, 21 Jan 2011 18:47:26 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=394 Time is of the essence in legal matters involving personal injury.  Seeking advice and support from skilled car accident attorneys as early as possible after car accidents increases their ability to protect your rights and maximize the value of your case.  There are many costs to an injury that can be more than just your current hospital bill, that an car accident lawyer in Pennsylvania can help you receive just compensation for. Just a few examples of these expenses include (but are certainly not limited to) the following:

Estimated future medical expenses. You may believe all medical treatment is behind you—but experienced auto accident lawyers can identify those injuries that can later develop complications that require treatment or therapy down the road.

Loss of earnings. Whether you lose time due to a recovery period or to go to medical and therapy appointments—or if your injuries result… Read the rest

]]> Time is of the essence in legal matters involving personal injury.  Seeking advice and support from skilled car accident attorneys as early as possible after car accidents increases their ability to protect your rights and maximize the value of your case.  There are many costs to an injury that can be more than just your current hospital bill, that an car accident lawyer in Pennsylvania can help you receive just compensation for. Just a few examples of these expenses include (but are certainly not limited to) the following:

Estimated future medical expenses. You may believe all medical treatment is behind you—but experienced auto accident lawyers can identify those injuries that can later develop complications that require treatment or therapy down the road.

Loss of earnings. Whether you lose time due to a recovery period or to go to medical and therapy appointments—or if your injuries result in long-term or permanent disability that reduces your future earning ability, you deserve full compensation for these losses. Your automobile accident attorney takes the time to make sure you seek the full compensation you need when you are injured in a Pennsylvania accident caused by the negligence of someone else.

Emotional distress. Every automobile accident attorney has seen the severe psychological and emotional distress experienced by victims and their families after severe automobile accidents in Pennsylvania. This type of loss is often recoverable under the law.

Home care assistance. Even a broken leg can stop you from meeting your basic responsibilities at home. With the help of an car accident lawyer in Pennsylvania, you can often recover the cost of hiring someone to perform your household chores until you are able to resume your responsibilities.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/car-accident-lawyer-pennsylvania/feed/ 0 Horrible Soccer Injuries http://www.thatsprofound.com/horrible-soccer-injuries/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/horrible-soccer-injuries/#comments Fri, 12 Nov 2010 21:31:29 +0000 Marc http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=350

Soccer players around the world are constantly subject to personal injuries of all severities.  Whether at the professional level, semi-professional or low-level club play, it is so easy to pick up an injury.  While most injuries are a result of fatigued players or dangerous play, it is the sad truth that some injuries occur maliciously from other players.  One Danbury personal injury attorney questions such malicious acts at all levels of play.

I will note that please do not watch the above video if your easily disturbed.

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Soccer players around the world are constantly subject to personal injuries of all severities.  Whether at the professional level, semi-professional or low-level club play, it is so easy to pick up an injury.  While most injuries are a result of fatigued players or dangerous play, it is the sad truth that some injuries occur maliciously from other players.  One Danbury personal injury attorney questions such malicious acts at all levels of play.

I will note that please do not watch the above video if your easily disturbed.

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