Unfortunately, elder abuse is a growing problem in the United States and may only increase as the COVID-19 pandemic makes it harder to visit loved ones inside of a nursing home. Neglecting nursing home patients in Melbourne, FL is inexcusable, and if you or your loved one suffered an injury as a result of nursing …
Visiting a high-end department store such as Nordstrom is usually cause for excitement since you probably have a big shopping trip planned or just want to window shop and browse their vast selection of beautiful items. Strolling down the aisles can be fun until your shopping is interrupted by an unexpected slip and fall accident. …
Heading out to Dick’s Sporting Goods usually means you are planning for something, whether it be a family camping trip, fishing outing, or your child’s upcoming baseball season. If that trip is interrupted by a slip and fall accident, though, it can go from fun to chaotic in the blink of an eye. Slip and …
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that rear-end collisions account for the majority of accidents, some of which result in severe injuries or even fatalities. Following the rules of the road is not enough; drivers must remain vigilant of the cars near them on the road and react to a sudden change. Often, …
A wrongful death can be not only emotionally devastating but can have profound financial consequences for the deceased’s loved ones. If your loved one has been killed through another person’s negligence or intentional action, a Cleveland wrongful death lawyer from Ben Crump Law can help you pursue justice on your loved one’s behalf and secure …
Any car accident is bound to produce stress and anxiety—especially if you have suffered an injury. If you have questions, the Cleveland car accident lawyers at Ben Crump Law, PLLC are here to help. We take on tough cases and fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. We also work on a contingency fee …
When a car and bicycle collide, the bicyclist is at an obvious disadvantage and can suffer serious injuries. Cuyahoga County reported 265 traffic accidents involving bicycles to the Ohio State Highway Patrol in 2019. Of them, two led to fatalities, and 23 produced serious injuries. The state has rules designed to protect bicyclists from motor …
If you have been in a slip and fall accident, you are not alone. They frequently happen to people. Slips and falls are common, and they describe when a person slips, loses their balance, and falls on a surface. At least 1 in every 4 U.S. seniors older than age 65 will suffer a fall, …
Typically, when a driver is involved in a crash, they will stop or pull over as soon as they realize what has occurred. After ensuring everyone in their vehicle is safe, they will speak with the other involved parties and exchange pertinent details, including contact and insurance information. This is not always the case, though. …
Drunk driving in Florida brings grief to all manner of families and can leave you feeling helpless. You can take legal action against the party who chose to get behind the wheel in no condition to do so. Florida Statute § 316.193(1) details the legal definition of “driving under the influence” for the state. This …
Reckless Detroit accidents caused by a police chase can cause severe injuries to victims, passengers, and pedestrians. Even in the midst of a high-speed police chase, it is Detroit Police Department (DPD) policy that officers operate their vehicles safely at all times. If you or a loved one were negligently injured in a police chase, …
In Michigan, motor vehicle owners must carry a no-fault insurance policy. For one reason or another, more than 20 percent of Michigan drivers forgo insurance altogether, according to the Insurance Information Institute (III). If these uninsured drivers cause an accident and injure you or a loved one, it can add a unique element to your …
If you slip or fall inside a Costco store and the store or its employees are to blame for the cause of your accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Contact the legal team at Ben Crump Law, PLLC at (855) 933-4005 to set up your free, no-obligation consultation. An injury lawyer for …
Whiplash is a serious soft tissue injury that can result in severe pain and long-term disability for some people. While common in motor vehicle accidents, this injury can occur in several ways. Like with any injury, you could receive financial compensation if another person’s negligence caused your whiplash. Unfortunately, these claims can become challenging to …
Although all car accidents are dangerous, the location of the impact can affect the extent of vehicle damage and the severity of victims’ injuries. Side impact collisions—also called T-bone or broadside collisions—are potentially more dangerous than other motor vehicle crashes. Serious injuries can occur when the front end of a vehicle hits the side of …
While the seatbelt and airbags can secure a driver or passenger and reduce the impact between your body and the car interior during a rollover crash, you could still suffer severe injuries. The impact of a rollover accident on the human body often causes neck and spinal damage, broken bones, and internal injuries. Other symptoms …
Hardware stores like Taylor’s Do It Center give consumers a one-stop-shop for all their home improvement needs. Many of these items, however, can create hazards for customers. When paint spills, grease smears, or nuts and bolts fall on the floor, anybody who happens to wander over the area can take a nasty slip and fall, …
Many people slip and fall at fast-food restaurants like McDonald’s. Customers drop their French fries and spill drinks. Employees drag out mops to wipe up dropped beverages, creating slippery floors. Although understandable, conditions that cause a customer to slip, fall, and suffer injury fall under McDonald’s responsibility. When a slip under McDonald’s “golden arches” turns …
When you enter a Duane Reade or Walgreens to pick up prescriptions or do other shopping, you rightfully expect the store owner and manager to provide a safe environment. Although they generally do comply with this duty of care, sometimes a slippery floor or obstacles in the aisles can cause a slip and fall accident. …
In Akron, Ohio, public transportation is limited to a fleet of local-driving buses known as the METRO Regional Transit Authority. Buses are slow-traveling and only serve specific routes for getting around town, so the need to rely on private cars, bikes, walking, and rideshare services makes sense. For many people, this increases convenience by a …
