Personal Injury

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, 3 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

Personal Injury

So Who Will Pay My Medical Bills If I’m In An Accident?

Everyone knows that it’s unfair when an individual suffers an accident at someone’s else’s (often negligent) expense. That is why a personal injury settlement or verdict (these cases don’t usually go to trial!) is so great. The person who suffered at the hands of the guilty party gets their medical bills and lost wages covered and can focus on healing instead of worrying. So Who Will Pay My Medical Bills If I’m In An Accident? The simple answer to this … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

Can I Get A Car Rental If I’m In An Accident?

The world of personal injury is surprisingly vast. Many factors you’d never even think of suddenly become relevant, like whether your or the other driver’s insurance will give you a rental car if you’re in a car accident. Can I Get A Car Rental If I’m In An Accident? The short answer is yes. If your car is damaged in a motor vehicle accident, you may be entitled to rental coverage while it gets fixed. How To Get A Rental … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago

Personal Injury

6 Ways To Protect Yourself From Slipping and Falling on Ice This Winter

Every year, 1.2 million people are hospitalized for fall-related injuries, according to the CDC. One of the most common causes of these injuries is slipping and falling on ice. It takes just a fraction of a second to slip and fall on slick, icy surfaces. Injuries from slips and falls can be mild or they can be catastrophic. While there is no surefire way to prevent falls, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk this winter. Common … Read More

By grandelaw, 4 years ago