A very common question Claimants have following a workplace injury is why their weekly wages are so low. Arkansas law provides that Claimants are owed two-thirds of their average weekly wage while being off work. While there are exceptions to this general rule, it is well-established law. How are wages calculated? What is called a “comp rate” is … Read more
If you’ve been injured on the job, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits. Workers compensation is a system of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a result of their job. Benefits can include medical expenses, income replacement, and death benefits. If you’re considering filing a claim for … Read more
If you’re drowning under the weight of debt in Arkansas, filing for bankruptcy might provide you with much-needed relief. While you might worry that you will lose everything by filing for bankruptcy, most people get to keep everything by claiming the proper exemptions. Scroll down to learn what assets are exempt from bankruptcy in Arkansas. … Read more
When an older adult or a disabled person is no longer able to care for themselves, it might be necessary for their family to consider nursing home care. While the decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is often emotionally difficult, it can be even harder to learn that your loved one … Read more
Electric shocks can result in serious injuries or fatalities. If you suffered injuries in an electrical shock accident or lost your loved one because of electrocution, you might be entitled to file a personal injury or wrongful death claim against the parties that caused the accident because of negligence or recklessness or by product defects. … Read more
When expectant parents prepare to welcome a new baby into their family, they often have dreams about what the future might bring. Unfortunately, sometimes things go wrong during the labor and delivery process, causing devastating birth injuries. Even though doctors and other medical professionals undergo extensive education and training, there is still a small chance … Read more
After a car crash in Oklahoma or Arkansas caused by the negligence of someone else, you will need to have evidence to prove your claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. This includes evidence that the accident occurred and that the damage to your car and your injuries were caused by it. You will also … Read more
Motor vehicle crashes happen all of the time. According to Statista, 12.5 million vehicles in the U.S. were involved in collisions in 2019, resulting in 36,096 fatalities and 1.95 million injuries. In the immediate aftermath of a car wreck, you might feel like you need to apologize even when the collision was not your fault. For … Read more
If you’re involved in a motor vehicle accident, you might not be sure whether you’ve been injured. While some car accidents are relatively minor and only result in property damage, car accident injuries are relatively common. Each year in the U.S., an average of six million car accidents occur, resulting in three million people suffering injuries. However, … Read more
Medical malpractice is a much more pervasive issue than many people realize. According to a study conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins, medical malpractice is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and accounts for an estimated 250,000 preventable deaths each year. Many other people are seriously injured by medical negligence each year. In … Read more
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