How to Prove Soft Tissue Injuries

How to Prove Soft Tissue Injuries

Personal injury plaintiffs must be able to prove they sustained injuries due to the defendant’s negligence. But, some injuries are more difficult to prove than others. Soft tissue injuries can be incredibly painful, but because they aren’t visible like a broken bone...
Who is Liable For Nursing Home Injuries?

Who is Liable For Nursing Home Injuries?

It’s estimated that around 10% of nursing home residents endure some form of abuse or neglect every year. Nursing home residents can suffer severe emotional and physical injuries as a result of abuse and neglect, and in some cases, these injuries can be fatal. If you...
Most Common Cybercrimes

Most Common Cybercrimes

The term cybercrime is used to describe any crime that is committed with a computer. As technology continues to advance, the types of cybercrimes that are committed will become more complex as well. But for now, these are some of the most common cybercrimes in the...
What Are the Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death?

What Are the Most Common Causes of Wrongful Death?

A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that is filed by the family members of someone who was killed by the negligent acts of another person. There are a number of different ways that a wrongful death can occur, but some are more common than others. Here are the...
What is Loss of Consortium?

What is Loss of Consortium?

There are many different types of damages that you may be awarded in a personal injury claim, including compensation for the loss of consortium. Unlike other types of compensation, loss of consortium damages are not awarded to the victim. Who are these damages awarded...
Leading Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Leading Causes of Traumatic Brain Injuries

Every year, approximately 1.7 million people in the U.S. sustain traumatic brain injuries. Hundreds of thousands of these brain injury victims are hospitalized, while thousands more lose their lives as a result of the brain damage. How do all of these people sustain...
Is Possession of Marijuana Still A Crime in Colorado?

Is Possession of Marijuana Still A Crime in Colorado?

Colorado made headlines when it became one of the first states to legalize recreational marijuana in 2012. Because many people know that marijuana is legal in the state of Colorado, there is a common misconception that you cannot be charged with a crime for having...
Everything You Need to Know About Field Sobriety Tests

Everything You Need to Know About Field Sobriety Tests

If you are pulled over by a police officer who suspects that you are driving under the influence, you may be asked to perform a series of field sobriety tests. It’s imperative that you learn about these tests so you know exactly what to expect and how to handle...
Common Summer Personal Injuries

Common Summer Personal Injuries

Summer is the season for fun—but unfortunately, it’s also a season that is full of personal injuries. If you want to enjoy the rest of the season, avoid these common summer personal injuries: Car Accident Injuries There tends to be more traffic in the summer because...