Were you recently injured in an accident caused by someone else? Whether you’re facing economic or non-economic losses, you may have the right to pursue damages through a personal injury claim. To ensure that you’re fully compensated for your losses, you will need to work with an attorney and proceed with care. How do I maximize …
Is It Worth It to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
When people are injured in accidents, they are sometimes entitled to file lawsuits to recover compensation. The facts and circumstances of what happened will dictate whether they have the basis to file a claim. Some minor accidents may be handled without the help of an attorney; so if you were involved in a small accident …
How to Prove Negligence in a Semi-Truck Accident Case
Although vehicle collisions happen quickly, they can have long-term impacts on the people involved – severe injuries, property damage, and sometimes even death – so it is important that the parties who are not at fault receive compensation for their losses. Understanding how to prove negligence in a semi-truck accident case is critical and can …
What Tractor-Trailer Accident Statistics Reveal
People and companies across the United States rely on tractor-trailers to transport goods. While large trucks play an important role in the economy, they also pose a great risk of serious injuries or fatalities when they are involved in accidents because of their weights and sizes. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 107,000 …
How to Report Nursing Home Abuse
Unfortunately, nursing home conditions are not always up to par. Sometimes facilities are understaffed or underfunded, increasing the risk of abuse and neglect. According to data from the National Center on Elder Abuse, approximately 10 percent of older adults are victims of some form of elder abuse or neglect. Everyone ought to know how to report …
Types of Distracted Driving
In our busy world, many people are tempted to multi-task from sunup to sundown. However, driving demands all of your attention. When people are distracted while driving, their negligence may cause serious collisions that result in injuries or even fatalities. Most people zero in on texting or talking on the phone when thinking about distracted …
What Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
It’s common for people who have been injured in accidents to call us and ask, “What is my personal injury claim worth?” When this question is asked at the beginning of a case, it is nearly impossible for a lawyer to provide an answer. Why? The value of a claim depends on several factors, and …
Electrical Burn Injury Cases
In electrical burn injury cases, electricity enters the victim’s body by arcing through the air or traveling through a device that conducts electricity. After the person makes contact with the electrical current, the resulting burn is generated by electricity flowing through the body. In addition to serious burns, currents of electricity can cause organ failure, respiratory …
How to Pursue a Spinal Injury Lawsuit
Did you know that spinal cord injuries can cause lifelong damage? They are also very expensive to treat and could permanently reduce your ability to earn an income. If your injury was caused by the negligent actions of another person or entity, filing a spinal injury lawsuit might help you recover compensation to pay for your …
What to Do If Your Insurance Company Denies Your Claim
Being injured in an accident or suffering another type of loss can be overwhelming. When your claim is denied by your insurance company, the situation can become even more stressful. The experienced team at the Law Offices of Craig L. Cook regularly handles negotiations with insurance companies when they dispute or deny claims. We are …
