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There are a number of things about a Louisville slip and fall case that a potential plaintiff should be aware of. The most important of these are: Take photos of everything that the scene. If the injured person cannot do it, they should have somebody do it for them. Make sure a person documents everything about …
Independent medical exams (also known as IME’s) are a tool often used by insurance companies when an injured plaintiff is claiming permanent injuries and damages. The term ‘independent’ medical exam is actually a misnomer. A more accurate term would be a ‘defense’ medical exam. If you sustained injuries and damages as a result of someone …
Police officers do not give the involved parties a copy of the police report at the scene of an accident, but instead will provide the parties a police report number. Several days after the accident, a person can go to the police department and get a copy of the police report using the report number. …
If you or a loved one have been in a car accident, you know how traumatic of an experience the aftermath can be. You may require medical treatment for your injuries, and undoubtedly will be in constant communication with your car insurance company to sort through the necessary documentation. These are high-stress times, but don’t …
If you have sustained personal injuries in a Bardstown car accident case, you may be entitled to legal compensation. However, time is of the essence. In Kentucky, as well as in all other jurisdictions, personal injury claims and lawsuits must be brought within a specific time period, called the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations …
Legal news affects our everyday lives, whether we notice it or not. Here’s a summary of a few of this month’s major cases. Virtual Jury Selection Leads to Mistrial Motion Potential jurors were seen curled up in bed, exercising, and leaving the room during virtual jury selection for asbestos trial. Lead Counsel for Fryer-Knowles Inc. …
At McCoy, Hiestand & Smith we value the health and safety of everyone in our community. Sometimes regardless of how careful we are the products we buy aren’t as safe as we had hoped. Products are recalled every day and it’s important to stay up to date on those recalls in order to keep you …
Legal news affects our everyday lives, whether we notice it or not. Here’s a summary of a few of this month’s major cases. New Jersey Nursing Home Where 78 Died of Coronavirus Facing Two Lawsuits A nursing home in Sussex County, New Jersey, where 78 people have died is facing a second lawsuit. The families …
The coronavirus pandemic has left many businesses reeling and attempting to recover from record loss. Business Interruption insurance may be available to cover operating expenses, loan payments, payroll, taxes, and more but other types of policies may also be helpful. Coverage Along with business interruption insurance, you may have other forms of insurance added to …
Our “new normal” has caused many businesses to experience unprecedented loss. Those losses may be covered by Business Interruption insurance. As with all insurance claims, documentation is a vital part of receiving coverage. Here are a few examples of records you should be keeping: Timeline of facility closure, supply chain failures, presence of COVID-19, etc. …
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