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When people get hurt at work, they usually have the option of filing a workers' compensation claim. The state requires that employers carry workers' compensation insurance for the protection of employees and the indemnification of the business. Workers can't sue the...
These days, plea deals (or “plea bargains”) are commonly used to resolve criminal cases without a trial. While they can be beneficial for some defendants, they aren’t right for everyone – and a lot of people don’t fully understand the implications of a plea deal...
Legally, you know that you are not supposed to obtain many medications without first getting a prescription. These controlled substances, such as painkillers, require you to follow the proper steps: Talking to your doctor, getting a prescription when the doctor...
The physical or mental injuries you sustain in a car crash can impact your career and income long after the incident. Think of broken bones, spinal injuries or brain trauma that leaves you unable to do the same type of work you did before the accident. For example, if...
New Year’s Eve is almost here, and with it come plenty of celebrations. While participating in the festivities is fun, it can also be dangerous if you plan to drive home after drinking and toasting the New Year. The National Safety Council projects that 375 people...
When bars close down for the night, workers often advise patrons that they don't necessarily have to go home, but they can no longer stay at the establishment. Some people who have had too much to drink may not be sober enough to drive home when closing time arrives....
It’s very clear that using a phone while driving is a distraction. A distracted driver is much less aware of what’s happening around them and may make critical errors, such as running a stop sign they didn’t notice. As a result, many drivers try to avoid using their...
Offshore workers in Mississippi face unique risks daily. When injuries occur, the legal concept of "unseaworthiness" often plays a crucial role in their cases. This maritime law principle offers injured workers an additional path to compensation beyond the Jones Act....
When people talk about criminals, they often have this very negative image in their heads. They think of people who commit violent crimes, peddle drugs or set out to defraud old ladies. The truth is, that most people most people break the law. And most people do it...
Adults often think they have to push themselves to the limit, sometimes this involves trying to drive places despite being drowsy. While many people think they can drive regardless of what condition they’re in, fatigued driving is a major safety issue. A person who’s...