Justice secretary Chris Grayling recently outlined proposals to change the current regulations regarding personal injury road traffic accident claims. The Government predict it will benefit honest drivers who have had to bear the price of a system that has often been open to abuse from frivolous claims. The new proposals, which are to be considered […]
Category: Accident Claims
Accident Aftermath: Do I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
After having suffered a serious injury, so many thoughts run through your mind that it can be difficult to think clearly. The trauma of being hurt turns your world upside down, and you may think you have nowhere to turn. In the aftermath of an automobile accident, falling down in a store or restaurant or […]
In an Accident? Sometimes, Less is More
With so many drivers on the roads today, hardly a day goes by that I don’t see an accident. From minor fender-benders to major, devastating wrecks, our roadways are littered with the results of someone being careless, irresponsible or negligent while behind the wheel. Some of the people involved end up in our offices and […]
Repetitive Stress Injuries in the Workplace
Repetitive stress injuries, which are also commonly known as repetitive stress disorders, are a growing concern in many different workplaces. In fact, repetitive stress injuries account for over 60 percent of all job-related injuries in the USA, and 1 in 8 individuals will suffer from some kind of repetitive stress injury in their lifetime. What […]
The Rise of the Financial Downturn: Contributing Factors
Guest post from personal injury lawyers. While most businesses are hit hard by the economic crisis, the claims market actually thrives during a financial downturn. Although many experts grumble about the compensation culture, statistics show that economic booms correlate with fewer personal injury claims. So why are people calling up their lawyers so readily during […]
The Latest in Accident Prevention Technology for Vehicles
Car accidents have become a topic of concern due in large part to the issues with distracted driving increasing astronomically over the last few years. The big question is how do we cut down on distracted driving and increase safety? Last year there were several new developments in automotive accident prevention technology, debuted by some […]
Best Ways to Decrease Ice Build-Up on Your Sidewalks and Driveways
Ice build-up is a real problem during the wintertime. When ice builds up on your sidewalks and your driveways, it can become hazardous and can increase the chance of slips and falls. While it can be a hassle to deal with the ice build-up on sidewalks and driveways, decreasing this build-up is paramount for your […]
Injury Statistics for Motorcycle Crashes in North Carolina
Riding a motorcycle can be a very freeing experience for the tens of thousands of people who use a bike as their main mode of transportation. Motorcycles aren’t without drawbacks though. The risk of serious injury increases significantly when riding a motorcycle. Many motorists are not used to sharing the road with motorcycles and are more likely […]
Statistics of Birth Defects Caused by Medication the Mother Took During Pregnancy
A birth defect is when a baby is born with a physical, mental, structural or biochemical abnormality. Birth defects can be caused for a variety of reasons, including the mother’s exposure to certain chemicals, genetic reasons, or hormonal reasons. However, a very serious and little known reason for birth defects can be the medication a […]
Pensioner’s personal injury claim fails in Court of Appeal
The Courier reports that a pensioner has failed in his personal injury claim in the civil courts after it was ruled that he had left his claim too long to succeed. Mr Clifford Sayers, 66, made a claim for compensation against his former employer, Baroness Chelwood, after he claimed that he developed “induced noise deafness” […]