April 12, 2012
Brockton Car Accident Lawyers
Should you ever become involved in a car accident, you should seek the advice of an experienced and local Brockton car accident lawyers. Car accidents can cause life-changing injuries that can result in long-term physical problems. Hiring an experienced Brockton attorney can be the difference between being properly compensated and “made whole” or being made…
April 4, 2012
Rhode Island Dog Bite Law: Does Every Dog Get One FREE Bite?
Most American states impose strict liability on the dog owner for dog bites or injuries. Under the legal theory of strict liability, it is not necessary to show the dog’s vicious tendency before a dog owner becomes liable to the person bitten. It does not require the injured person to prove the dog owner was…
April 4, 2012
How do I choose a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?
Healthcare professionals are obligated to perform their duty in accordance with the accepted norm of their practice. A medical practitioner, whose treatment or procedure falls below this requisite standard due to a deliberate act or omission, or even negligence, is guilty of medical malpractice. The results can be permanently damaging to a person’s physical form,…
February 7, 2012
Cerebral Palsy: The Result of Medical Malpractice?
Does your child suffer from cerebral palsy? If so, you may be able to file a claim against a hospital or staff if their negligence caused the injury. What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy is a neurological disorder that affects muscle movement and brain function. While the symptoms can range from mild to severe, they…
November 16, 2011
Could Your Child’s Birth Defects be a Result of Medical Malpractice?
As the parent of a child with a birth defect, undoubtedly you’re concerned as to whether some form of medical malpractice might have caused those defects. Birth injuries and defects can range in scope from cerebral palsy (one of the most well-known types) to Erb’s palsy, facial paralysis, temporary swelling or bruising, fractures, or brain…
August 17, 2011
Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws Explained
All too often, people all over the US fall victim to dog bites due to the dog owners negligence. As a result, there are laws that are in place all over the US to make sure that appropriate compensation is provided to victims of dog bites. One leading example of a state that enforces strict…
August 1, 2011
The First Bite Isn’t Free: An Overview Of Dog Bite Laws In Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Supreme Court summarized the state’s dog bite statute in just 10 words: “strict liability attaches for any injury occurring outside the dog’s enclosure.” Johnston v. Poulin, 844 A.2d 707 (Rhode Is. Sup. Ct., 2004). Strict liability means that an owner of a dog is responsible for the dog’s actions even if the owner…
July 18, 2011
Should You File an Accident Claim When a Family Member is Involved?
Is Suing a Family Member a Wise Idea? You never intended to get involved in a Boston car accident, much less with a family member. But sometimes, it’s unavoidable, and the emotional toll can be considerable if the family member was to blame. Many people are hesitant about bringing lawsuits when a family member is…