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Building collapses can cause catastrophic injuries, permanent disabilities, and fatalities. Whether a collapse involves an aging apartment building, a commercial property, a construction site, or a partially completed structure, the consequences can be devastating for occupants, workers, pedestrians, and neighboring property owners. In many cases, building collapses are preventable and result from failures to maintain…

A catastrophic injury can change nearly every aspect of a person’s life. A traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, severe burn, amputation, or other life-altering injury may require years of medical treatment, rehabilitation, assistive technology, personal care, and modifications to the injured person’s home. While the immediate medical expenses following an accident can be substantial,…

When someone is seriously injured in a car accident involving a suspected drunk driver, the criminal justice system may seem like the most important path to accountability. But what happens when the driver responsible for the crash is charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and subsequently acquitted? Does that mean the injured victim has…

Losing a loved one because of another person’s negligence or wrongful conduct is one of the most devastating experiences a family can endure. Whether a fatal accident involves a car crash, truck collision, medical negligence, workplace incident, nursing home abuse, or another preventable tragedy, surviving family members are often left facing emotional trauma, financial uncertainty,…

Dog attacks can cause devastating injuries in a matter of seconds. While many dog bites result in puncture wounds, lacerations, and infections, some attacks are so severe that victims suffer permanent damage to their hands, fingers, arms, legs, or feet. In the most serious cases, a dog attack can result in a traumatic amputation or…

Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of motor vehicle accidents in the United States. Although these crashes are sometimes dismissed as minor fender-benders, the forces involved can cause significant injuries to the neck, back, head, shoulders, and other parts of the body. Even a collision at a relatively low speed can cause painful…

An unprotected floor opening can turn an ordinary workday, construction project, or visit to a commercial property into a life-changing accident. Openings in floors, uncovered stairwells, missing floor panels, elevator shafts, utility access holes, and unfinished construction areas create serious fall hazards. When property owners, contractors, construction companies, or other responsible parties fail to properly…

Halloween is supposed to be a night of costumes, candy, and neighborhood celebrations. For children and families, trick-or-treating is one of the most anticipated traditions of the fall. Unfortunately, Halloween also creates circumstances that can increase the risk of dog bites and animal attacks. Increased foot traffic, unfamiliar visitors, doorbells ringing repeatedly, excited children, unusual…

Pedestrian accidents can happen on any day of the week, but the day a crash occurs may influence the risks pedestrians face. Traffic volume, commuting patterns, nighttime visibility, alcohol impairment, weather conditions, and weekend activities can all affect the likelihood of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle. Understanding when pedestrian crashes are most common…

When a loved one suffers an injury in a nursing home, families are often left with more questions than answers. Was the injury preventable? Did staff members follow the resident’s care plan? Was the facility adequately staffed? Did employees recognize the warning signs of a medical emergency and respond appropriately? Obtaining the right records after…