Personal Injury

Personal Injury

Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Rhode Island?

Losing a loved one can be devastating. However, losing a loved one because of another person’s negligent, reckless, or intentional actions can be a traumatizing and overwhelming ordeal that can leave families emotionally broken and dealing with extensive financial hardships that can forever change their lives. Yet, before these individuals can take legal action against the wrongful party that killed their loved one, they first need to determine who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in Rhode Island. What Is … Read More

By grandelaw, 3 years ago

Personal Injury

How to Avoid These 5 Leading Car Accident Causes

Understanding the leading car accident causes can help you avoid the unwanted consequences of accidents. Getting into a car accident (whether minor or severe) can lead to loss of earnings, pain or suffering, permanent disabilities, and more. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) statistics, about 94% of all road accidents are caused by human error. This means that most automobile accidents are preventable most of the time. Before you hit the road, you need to take basic … Read More

By grandelaw, 3 years ago

Personal Injury

Can They Use Surveillance in My Personal Injury Case?

Following a personal injury accident, you have a lot on your mind. Between your devastating injuries and extensive medical bills, you may not realize that someone is videotaping everything you are doing in the hopes of catching something that may indicate that your injury is not that serious. However, in reality, this is precisely what the insurance company will do—use surveillance in personal injury cases. Surveillance in Personal Injury Cases—Is It Legal? In general, as long as an insurance company … Read More

By grandelaw, 3 years ago

Personal Injury

10 Uber Safety Tips You Need To Know

Uber has increasingly become the primary means of transportation for most people these days. With the ride-share company’s popularity rising, it is important to know how to stay safe while using its services. This post lays out some of the Uber safety tips that you should follow while using the company’s services. Uber Safety Tips for Passengers With some safety concerns regarding Uber rides still imminent, as a rider, here are some safety tips you should consider. 1. Remain inside … Read More

By grandelaw, 3 years ago

Personal Injury

How Does A Pre-Existing Injury Affect My Personal Injury Case?

There is a huge misconception about how pre-existing injuries affect personal injury cases. Many people think that having a pre-existing injury makes your case null and void. Nothing can be farther from the truth. It is still possible to make a claim and get compensated. In certain cases, a pre-existing condition can help your personal injury claim. What is a pre-existing injury? A pre-existing condition is some medical or health condition you had before an incident or occurrence that you … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

Can My Social Media Be Used Against Me in My Personal Injury Case?

Social media is a great way to communicate with friends and loved ones. It gives us a platform to express ourselves, share our joys, and vent our frustrations. But if you’re using social media during a personal injury case, it may be doing more harm than good. Below, we’ll take a look at how social media can be used against you in court and what you can do to protect yourself. Can Social Media Posts be Used in a Personal … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

How Common Is PTSD After A Car Crash?

Each year an estimated six million car accidents occur throughout the United States. Car accidents can be difficult situations to endure. Unfortunately, many individuals sustain both physical and mental trauma during these accidents. While physical traumas are generally easy to spot and treat, emotional trauma sustained during car crashes can be more challenging to diagnose and treat. When it comes to post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD, car accidents are the leading cause in the general population. If you or a … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

The Insurance Company Says I’m At Fault For The Car Accident. Now What?

Were you involved in a car crash recently? Many people who get in car accidents are blindsided when the other driver’s car insurance refuses to pay. A car accident has the potential to be incredibly disruptive to your life. Dealing with the aftermath of a car accident, whether you were at fault or not, can be complicated and overwhelming. If the insurance company is now saying you’re at fault, not only are you at risk of not getting compensated for … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

What You Need To Understand About Uber Accidents In Rhode Island

Uber and other rideshare apps have proven beneficial to many individuals in Rhode Island. These rideshare services are affordable and allow people to travel short distances with ease. While Uber services are great, the drivers are not professionals and have just as much chance of getting into an accident as anyone else. Problems tend to arise when Uber drivers end up in collisions as determining liability can be difficult. Here is what you need to know about handling Uber accidents … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

Who Will Pay My Wages While I’m Out of Work?

When a person is seriously injured, a slew of thoughts (and emotions) – many of them predictable – typically cross their minds. These thoughts often include how to hold the wrongful party responsible, how to find the right representation, and how long the process will take. But one of the most common thoughts is simply how a person will earn the wages they need to live on while they’re out of work, which we’ll address in detail here. Who Will … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago