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There are safety standards established by negligent security law to protect individuals against unreasonable risk of harm. Personal injury as a result of negligent security falls under the liability of the landowner.  A landowner must exercise reasonable care to protect against criminal conduct. The duty of “reasonable foresee-ability” of a landowner is applicable to: Retailers Condominiums Apartments Hotels Clubs/Bars Restaurants A negligent security attorney can investigate the circumstances that led to your injuries and hold the negligent party accountable for your suffering. Negligent security claims can fall under the scope of premises liability due to a property owner’s obligation to ensure reasonable safety to all invited visitors. Depending on the nature of the case, elements of both negligent security and premises liability could be present. The laws surrounding negligent security are complex. Negligent security is not limited only to public pro...

When a loved one is dealing with traumatic brain injury (TBI) and a resulting coma, it can be challenging for everyone involved. Family members will need to consider which medical options to explore and what a recovery will look like. A deep coma patient may require lifetime hospital care, while a patient in a vegetative state may be released to the family for home care. In circumstances where negligence contributed to the injury, the decision to file a lawsuit may further increase questions. Learning about brain function and understanding brain activity can help you advocate for both a patient’s health and legal rights. Truck Accident Lawyer Auto Accident Attorney Common Types of Truck Accident Injuries

What Causes Pressure Cooker Explosions? Pressure cooker explosions typically result when the lid opens before the pressure is allowed to vent out. This can happen due to a wide range of reasons and causes. In many cases, the failure of a safety mechanism will cause an explosion. Even those who have used instant pressure cookers before can be at risk of injury because of these safety defects, not their own errors in timing or judgment. Pressure Cooker Safety Feature Malfunctions graphic Pressure Cooker Law Firm Most instant pots and pressure cookers come equipped with a wide range of “safety functions” built-in, which are intended to help reduce the risk of an explosion. However, these can malfunction and then actually become the cause of an explosion accident. Examples of safety features that can go wrong and cause injury include:  Safety Locks and Latches: Locking lids are supposed to prevent an accidental opening of the pressure cooker. If these fail, an explosion can occur, ofte...

Tractor-trailers have obvious differences in size and weight when compared to passenger cars, and these differences contribute to the severity of harm inflicted upon those who have the misfortune of being in a tractor-trailer accident . It’s incredibly rare to be in an accident with a tractor-trailer and only suffer minor injuries. Traumatic brain injury, paralysis and decapitation are just some of the extreme injuries typical in a tractor-trailer accident. Clearly, these are not the kinds of injuries you can walk away from. When negligence  on the part of a tractor-trailer operator or owner causes an accident with another vehicle, the results are often devastating. Those injured in a truck accident or suffering the loss of a family member due to an accident that was not their fault deserve compensation for the associated physical, financial and emotional burdens. What Makes Accidents With Tractor Trailers So Dangerous? Negligently operated tractor-trailers can cause horrendous acc...

How to Determine a Slip and Fall Settlement? The main considerations that determine the outcome of slip and fall cases revolve around three main questions: Did the injured party cause or contribute to their own accident in any way? Who is the party that is ultimately liable for the accident? What the liable party negligent or otherwise contributed to the accident?  Slip and fall settlement compensation General compensatory damages are most likely to be awarded in slip and fall cases. These types of awards serve to compensate an injured person for damages that are deemed non-monetary. These damages include: Pain and Suffering Mental anxiety Loss of companionship Special compensatory damages are awarded in cases where monetary expenses are incurred on behalf of the injured person as a direct result of the injury. The goal is to make the plaintiff whole again and restore their financial situation to where it was before the accident. These include: Medical bills Attorney fees Cost of f...

In light of early 2011 fatal bus crashes in New York , Ohio and New Jersey, proposed safety regulations on motorcoaches are gaining support. The Motorcoach Enhanced Safety Act was introduced in 2007 on the heels of a motorcoach crash that killed five players on the Bluffton University baseball team; it picked up speed after a fatal crash involving the University of Mount Union wrestling team. Truck Accident Lawyer Auto Accident Attorney Common Types of Truck Accident Injuries The bill, however, was shut down in 2010. Sen. Sherrod Brown , D-Ohio, and Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchinson, R-Texas, originally launched this bipartisan bill because they believed it adds common sense provisions to the motorcoach industry , and they continue to push it as more lives are lost in bus accidents. With 750 million passenger trips taking place each year, the safety of that industry should be of paramount importance. One of the regulations in the bill would require seatbelt restr...

Quadriplegia refers to a type of spastic cerebral palsy in which all four limbs are affected. Like other types of spastic cerebral palsy, quadriplegia is marked by stiff or permanently contracted muscles. However, the severity of the condition will vary from child to child. Those with moderate spastic quadriplegia may be able to sit by themselves, walk short distances and perform similar tasks, while those with more severe cases tend to have great difficulty with the various aspects of day-to-day life. Regardless of the severity, children with spastic or other types of  cerebral palsy often face a lifetime of physical and emotional struggle. If your child has spastic quadriplegia as a result of medical malpractice or negligence, you should know that you have options. Please  contact us today to speak with a qualified medical malpractice attorney who can help you understand your legal rights. Tractor Trailer Accident Lawyer Causes of Spastic Quadriplegia While many cases of ...

It can be stated with certainty that the advent of air travel has made the world a significantly smaller place. Thanks to the airplane, it is now possible to get to almost anywhere on the globe in under a day. In the century that has elapsed since the Wright Brothers first took off in North Carolina, air travel has become an enormous business, generating billions of dollars in revenue each year. Advances in plane design and radar systems have made air travel significantly safer than it was in the early days.  And with major airliners, freight and shipping services, helicopters, commuter flights and private planes, the skies have become increasingly crowded. Despite technological advances, airplanes, airlines and airports still have a complete reliance on human beings. They check your bags, refuel the plane, perform the necessary maintenance to keep it running, and, most importantly, they are the ones who perform the take off and the landing.  It can be stated with certainty t...

One of the most serious problems in health care today is the  growing rate of nursing home negligence and abuse. Experts have difficulty estimating exact rates because nursing home negligence is so widely underreported. However, the rates are likely to rise as the number of elderly living in long-term care facilities continues to increase. Today, more than  1.6 million of America’s elderly citizens are living in nursing homes —a number that is expected to quadruple over the next several decades. Sadly, many of these will be the victims of nursing home neglect and abuse. If you suspect that someone you love is the victim of nursing home negligence, it is important that you take immediate action. Please  contact the Brain Injury Law Center today  for a  FREE consultation with a caring and qualified attorney who can explain your rights and help you devise the most appropriate course of action. What Is Nursing Home Negligence? The law defines nursing home negl...

Virginia Motorcycle Accident Lawyers Every year in Virginia, there are approximately 50,000 automobile and motorcycle accidents resulting in a significant injury such as concussion , traumatic brain injury , or severe neck injury . That’s about 137 a day. In 2017, there were 107 motorcycle rider fatalities in Virginia — the highest rate in a decade. Due to unique roadways and weather conditions in the area, riding a motorcycle in Virginia can present various challenges.  On the other hand, thanks to increased efforts by auto manufacturers to improve the safety standards of most new vehicles, as well as enhanced motorcycle helmet laws , the survival rate of these accidents is slowly improving over time. Dealing With Insurance Companies After a Crash The many thousands of injured who survive automobile and motorcycle accidents often face difficulties when it is time to collect a settlement from insurance companies for the injuries caused by the accident. This is particula...

Virginia Medical Malpractice Attorneys According to the laws in most states, a victim has a viable medical malpractice case if a health care provider either fails to perform within the boundaries of a reasonable standard of care or acts negligently. In either situation, the result for the victim is often disability, permanent injuries, suffering and sometimes, death . A medical malpractice attorney's job is to prove causation between the health care provider's actions and the victim's injury or deteriorating condition. Common Causes of Medical Malpractice Include Failure to diagnose an illness Failure to prevent infection Leaving a medical device implanted after surgery Surgery without informed consent Organ failure Certain birth injuries and  cerebral palsy Late diagnosis resulting in a diminished chance of survival Improperly administering anesthesia Misdiagnosis of a condition Why Do So Many Medical Malpractice Cases Occur? A sur...