A slip-and-fall accident can alter the life of an unexpected victim in an instant. While going about the daily routine, a person may slip and fall on a recently mopped floor or an uneven sidewalk, left suffering with excruciating pain, costly hospital bills, and diminished earning capacity. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Read More An unexpected car accident can result in anything from a minor inconvenience to life-changing, catastrophic injuries. Immediately after an accident, getting yourself and others to safety is likely your first concern. In the hours and days that follow, though, there are a number of questions that may occupy your thoughts: How am I going to pay […]
Read More A slip-and-fall accident can occur anywhere, including on government property. According to the National Safety Council, falls accounted for 33 percent of all preventable injuries in 2021. Due to their frequency, the likelihood that an accident occurs on public or government-owned properties – such as schools, libraries, playgrounds, streets, sidewalks, or go
Read More Broken bones, whiplash, and head injuries cause physical pain and suffering, but the financial impact of personal injuries can be even more profound. From medical expenses to lost wages, personal injuries have the potential to leave you facing a financial black hole. However, if you were injured and it was not your fault, you may […]
Read More Rear-end collisions can happen in the blink of an eye, causing significant damage and injury. If you were hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. You must prove the other party was responsible for or contributed to the accident to receive compensation. Yet, determining […]
Read More Arkansas, like most states, requires drivers to maintain minimum insurance requirements in order to legally operate a vehicle on the state’s roads and highways. Some states follow “at-fault” car insurance rules while others operate under a “no-fault” insurance system. When it comes to no-fault insurance, Arkansas is considered to be an “add-on” state.
Read More Statistics indicate that Americans spend an average of 2 hours and 7 minutes on social media daily. Social media allows you to share your pictures, videos, thoughts, opinions, and more with others. But its usage comes with risk – legally. Some things that you may post on social media could come back to hurt you later. If […]
Read More The pain of unexpectedly losing a loved one in death, perhaps a beloved spouse or parent, can leave families searching for answers. If they relied on their deceased family member for financial support, one burning question may be, “How are we going to make ends meet?” Thankfully, wrongful death claims enable surviving family members to […]
Read More Losing a loved one is a devastating experience, especially when that loss results from someone else’s negligence. But does your case qualify as wrongful death? Arkansas Code § 16-62-102 defines a wrongful death as a death caused by a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another party. Therefore, in Arkansas, as in many other jurisdictions, pursuing justice [
Read More The sudden death of a loved one can cause great distress in a family, especially when the loss was due to someone else’s actions, whether an intentional act or simple negligence. When a wrongful death occurs, not only may family members find themselves in a devastating emotional state, but they may also be overwhelmed by […]
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