If you get hurt on the job, workers compensation can be a life-saver. And most of the time, once you've been awarded workers compensation, it's pretty simple to handle the monthly or lump sum payment. Workers compensation payments aren't considered earned income, which means that you don't usually have to worry about paying taxes on them. However, there are a few situ
- Most people are well aware that driving while intoxicated significantly increases your chances of getting into a vehicle accident. An equally concerning issue that's just as dangerous as intoxicated driving is people who get on the road when they're too tired to operate vehicles safely. Driving while drowsy accounts for 100,000 collisions per year. Unlike drunk or dru
- There are many things that contribute to a truck accident, but one of the more common causes is malfunctioning brakes, which account for approximately 27 percent of truck crashes. The brakes on a commercial truck can fail for a number of reasons, however, which can make it difficult to know exactly who to sue for the damages and losses you suffer as a result of the ac
- If you have been injured in a car accident or a slip and fall incident, then you may be eligible for a monetary award. Awards are typically paid by the negligent party's insurance company. While some insurance providers will pay you some money upfront, you may need to sue the insurance business to receive a settlement. You have the option of hiring a lawyer to assist
- According to the Washington Post, there are nearly 1.7 million rear-end collisions each year, which makes them the most common type of car accidents. Chances are you have been the victim of a tailgater and the other driver's recklessness probably made you feel unsafe. Here are some simple tips to help you avoid falling victim to a rear-end collision, and what to do if