The construction industry is a vital one but it's also one of the most hazardous for people working within it. In private building projects in 2018 alone, approximately 955 workers lost their lives while working in the industry (a fifth of all fatalities across all industries). The most common causes resulted from accidental falls, an object impact...

Getting stopped for driving under the influence is often a major turning point in life. It's possible to receive a misdemeanor or a felony charge depending on how you're represented. Certainly, it's something that you need to take seriously. This might be difficult to do if you enjoy going out on the town and are trying to deal with the consequence...

Although all business owners work hard to provide safe working conditions, injuries can still happen. Workplace injuries can happen in a lot of different ways and in many contexts. Any of them can be debilitating and hamper your ability to work in the future. When that happens, many people seek compensation for medical bills or even loss of employm...

A slip, trip or a fall can occur in the blink of an eye and result in devastating consequences for your health and wellbeing. Whether it's damaged ligaments or broken bones, there are lots of injuries that may result in you having to take time off work or leave altogether. Your first step should be to contact a personal injury lawyer who can help y...

We've all seen ads for personal injury lawyers on TV. But even among other lawyers, there are many misconceptions about what a personal injury attorney actually does. Here's what you need to know. Tort Law Personal injury lawyers practice an area of law known as tort law. According to Cornell University, under US law, a 'tort' is "an act or omissio...

There is nothing quite like getting outdoors and going for a leisurely stroll. Whether you live in a small village, town or bustling city, many people choose to ditch their car in favor of walking to get from A to B. While walking has tons of benefits, we often forget that going for a simple stroll can be just as dangerous as driving a car. No matt...