If you become involved in a large truck collision, the likelihood of sustaining a serious injury is especially high. Due to the massive size of large trucks and other factors (such as trucker fatigue and the difficulty truckers can have bringing their rig to a stop),...
Year: 2021
What is whiplash?
If you are experiencing unexplained pain in your neck in the aftermath of a motor vehicle accident, you may be suffering from whiplash. This is particularly likely if the motor vehicle accident was a rear-ender. In the majority of cases, whiplash goes away within a...
Understand the basics of wrongful death
When an accident causes a loved one's death, you may feel that the situation should not have occurred. You may consider pursuing a wrongful death suit. Wrongful death occurs when someone takes actions that result in the death of another person. Someone may commit...
4 ways social media posts about your injuries could harm your case
If you are a social media fan, you might post all sorts of personal information online, from details about the vacation you took last month to what you ate for dinner last night. However, there are limits to the information you should provide on social media. Here are...
What are allowable Medicaid spend-down items?
If you hope to qualify for Medicaid in the next couple of years, you must be able to show that your income and asset limits do not exceed a specified amount. Though the amount varies from state to state, it is generally very low, with most states limiting single...
Can you stay active and healthy despite paralysis?
A paralysis diagnosis can leave you feeling disheartened and hopeless about the future. Even though these are normal emotions to feel, you still have the potential to live an active life. Mourning your loss of independence may take time. You will need the relentless...
How can you become a better co-parent?
When you divorce, there are a variety of parenting styles that you can try. One of the most common is co-parenting. According to Today's Parent, to co-parent effectively, you need to work with your partner. The following guide may help you become a better co-parent. ...
What is the difference between marital and separate property?
Property division is one of the most complex parts of a divorce. You have to completely separate your assets between you and your spouse in an agreeable way, which is not always an easy task. If the court must assist with property division, it will do so based on...
Traumatic brain damage can lead to serious injuries
Traumatic brain injury affects more people every year than some may believe. In fact, approximately 166 people across the country die from brain trauma every day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Since the symptoms of brain injuries are...
3 common mistakes in Medicaid planning
Medicaid is a public health insurance program provided by federal and state governments covering people with low income, the elderly and the disabled. According to Medicaid.gov, the program provides coverage for over 72 million people. It is never too late for you to...