20 March

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Do Not Make These Mistakes After a Car Accident

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The aftermath of a car accident is often chaotic. Stress and confusion after the accident can sometimes lead to mistakes, and some of these mishaps can result in negative outcomes like financial losses and legal issues. You might be able to prevent this from happening by learning about common car accident mistakes to avoid. Talking to a Wilmington car accident lawyer can also be helpful. DELAWARE CAR ACCIDENT LAWS Knowing Delaware car accident laws is vital for protecting yourself from legal trouble after a car accident. Violating some of these laws could lead to expensive fines of up to $3,000 and potential...

13 March

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When is Hearing Loss Covered by Disability Benefits?

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When is Hearing Loss Covered by Disability Benefits?

Many people with hearing loss find new challenges in maintaining a steady income. You may not have to settle for less income than you need. Depending on the level of hearing loss you are dealing with, you might be eligible for disability benefits. These disability benefits can be used to replace lost income. Talk to a Wilmington disability attorney to find out how to apply for disability benefits. HOW HEARING LOSS IMPACTS WORK Hearing loss can come at unexpected times and results in various life changes. Not only can hearing loss impact daily functioning, but hearing loss can also start impacting work....

06 March

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Most Common Car Accident Injuries and Your Legal Options

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Most Common Car Accident Injuries and Your Legal Options

A variety of injuries can be caused by car accidents, and depending on the circumstances, you could be eligible for significant compensation. Being aware of common injuries caused by car accidents can help you know when to take legal action by filing a car accident claim. The hard part is proving that the other driver caused your injuries. Find out more about how this works from a Wilmington auto accident attorney. COMMON CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES Whiplash is one of the most common injuries associated with car accidents. This is probably because car accidents are one of the most common causes of whiplash....

27 February

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Who Do I Sue for a Medication Error?

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If you suffered harm from a medication error, then you may not have to pay for the damages you suffered. The question many people have in this situation is who they should sue. This depends on whether the medication error was caused by a medical professional or the medication manufacturing company. Talk to a Wilmington medical malpractice lawyer to learn ways to figure this out. MEDICATION ERRORS CAUSED BY MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS A medication error is generally considered a preventable event that results in harm to a patient. Some medication errors are minor, while other medication errors are deemed negligent. Depending on the...

20 February

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How Will Residual Functional Capacity Impact My Disability Claim?

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How Will Residual Functional Capacity Impact My Disability Claim?

Several steps are involved in the disability benefits application process. An important part of this process is called a residual functional capacity evaluation. This step is what helps determine the severity of your disability and how much the disability interferes with work performance. Be sure to ask a Wilmington disability lawyer for help if you have any questions. HOW RESIDUAL FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY IMPACTS YOUR CLAIM A residual functional capacity evaluation is used by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to determine eligibility for disability benefits. This eligibility involves assessing multiple aspects of how the disability impacts daily functioning. Information like this can be...

13 February

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Types of Impaired Driving that Cause Car Accidents

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There are several types of impaired driving that can lead to car accidents. Understanding the common causes and signs of impaired driving might help you avoid car accidents in the future. If you were in an accident that involved impaired driving, knowing what to do is important. Feel free to ask a Wilmington car accident attorney about your legal options. TYPES OF IMPAIRED DRIVING Drunk driving is clearly one of the most well-known forms of impaired driving. However, other types of impaired driving include drugged driving, drowsy driving, and medical emergencies. Not everyone realizes how extensive drugged driving has become. In fact, around...

06 February

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Will Whiplash Qualify Me for Disability Benefits?

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Will Whiplash Qualify Me for Disability Benefits?

Chronic whiplash pain can create multiple difficulties and interfere with your quality of life in multiple ways, one of which is job performance. Some people may even lose their job or find working a full-time job nearly impossible. Depending on your symptoms, You may not have to keep dealing with this. You could be eligible for disability benefits. Find out by discussing your options for disability benefits with a Wilmington disability attorney. IMPAIRMENTS CAUSED BY WHIPLASH Not everyone realizes how many complications chronic whiplash can cause. In many cases, whiplash symptoms resolve within a few weeks or months. However, severe whiplash injuries...

30 January

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How to Recognize and Prevent Nursing Home Financial Abuse

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How to Recognize and Prevent Nursing Home Financial Abuse

Many people have heard of nursing home abuse, but not everyone is familiar with nursing home financial abuse. This type of abuse can be harder to detect depending on how well the abuse is covered up. Knowing the types of financial abuse that happen may help you more easily detect financial abuse and take action. Consulting with a Wilmington nursing home abuse lawyer can also be helpful when you suspect abuse. TYPES OF NURSING HOME FINANCIAL ABUSE Financial abuse can take multiple forms. Understanding what each involves might help you detect financial abuse sooner. In general, financial abuse involves stealing money or...

23 January

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Avoid Saying These Things in a Disability Benefits Interview

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Avoid Saying These Things in a Disability Benefits Interview

What you say in a disability benefits interview could potentially impact your eligibility for disability benefits. You do not have to let this happen to you. There are ways to prepare by knowing what not to say and collecting information for the interview. Taking these steps may increase your chances of receiving disability benefits. Reach out to a Wilmington disability lawyer to find out what steps to take. DO NOT SAY THIS IN A DISABILITY BENEFITS INTERVIEW There are certain things to say and not say in a disability benefits interview that can make a difference. Sometimes saying the wrong thing will...

16 January

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Signs of Bad Faith Insurance

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Bad faith insurance tactics are used by some insurance agents to save the company money. In turn, many people are left with little to no compensation after a car accident. Recognizing common signs of bad faith insurance might help you take action to secure the compensation you need to recover from the accident. You can also ask a Wilmington accident attorney about what steps taking legal action will require. TYPES OF BAD FAITH INSURANCE Being aware of the different types of bad faith insurance may help you avoid agreeing to an unfair deal. After filing a car accident claim with the auto...