Personal injury claims may follow parking lot collision
For many, spring is the time for home improvement projects. The parking lots of many Maine businesses are crowded with cars, pickup trucks and pedestrians all vying for space. Under those circumstances the chances for an accident resulting in personal injury increase....
Always report a slip-and-fall accident as soon as it happens
Slipping and falling in a public place can be quite an embarrassing experience. People may snicker or stare as you attempt to collect yourself and regain your footing. It's natural to feel an impulse to just move on and proceed with your day, especially if you don't...
Slip-and-fall accidents pose serious problems in restaurants
Eating out and working in restaurants are everyday occurrences in the lives of many Americans. Along with visits to these establishments comes a risk of slip\-and\-fall accidents. Whether one works in or visits these restaurants in Maine -- or anywhere else -- it may...
NHTSA has concerns over possibly defective products by Goodyear
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines its purpose as saving lives, preventing injuries and reducing vehicle-related crashes. As part of that mission, it also investigates reports of potentially defective products that can threaten the well-being...
Trucker sentenced for fatal drunk driving accident in 2016
Recently, a trucker driver was sentenced to 30 years in prison for a fatal crash that killed two Maine residents in 2016. The judge suspended five of those years and then ordered him to serve an additional four years probation. Originally, the prosecutors sought a...
Birth defects and your legal rights in Maine
Pregnancy and labor is a challenging time for every new mother and baby. However, when there are additional complications during the pregnancy and birth, these can be nothing short of traumatic. If birth defects are present in your baby, you are probably asking why...
Researchers find surgical errors at centers are underreported
Federal laws permit physicians to steer patients toward private surgical centers for relatively minor procedures. This law enables a surgeon to possibly double his or her profits since he or she typically has ownership in the center. Unfortunately, there is no federal...
Group warns of dangerous children’s products involving cosmetics
The U.S. Public Interest Research Group recently conducted independent laboratory testing on several cosmetics that are marketed exclusively toward children and teens. It reportedly found that several of the products are contaminated with asbestos fibers. It is now...
Did your doctor fail to diagnose a serious condition in time?
For many progressive conditions like cancer or even traumatic brain injuries, a timely diagnosis is critical to your prognosis. A doctor or even a team of doctors failing to diagnose a condition can have a dramatic impact on your potential recovery and future quality...
Businesses may overlook the risks for slip-and-fall accidents
According to a study conducted by a reputable risk management company, businesses tend to underestimate the role that flooring plays in reducing the possibility of an accident. There are standards that were established by the American National Standards...
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$750,000 Jury Verdict For Roman College Student Semian, a 23-year-old college student from Romania...
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