Author: Kweku Darfoor

March 14, 2023

Stay Clear of Ambulance Chasers: How to Avoid Unethical Lawyers in Personal Injury Cases

An ā€œambulance chaserā€ is a lawyer or law firm that aggressively solicits clients who have been involved in accidents or injured, typically by showing up at the scene of the accident or contacting the victim or their family shortly after the accident has occurred. This term is frequently associated with …

March 14, 2023

Donā€™t Get Tricked: How to Avoid Accident Scammers in Personal Injury Cases

An accident scammer is a person or group who fabricates or exaggerates an accident in order to file a false personal injury claim. Accident scammers can operate alone or in groups, and they can prey on unsuspecting drivers, pedestrians, or businesses. Accident scams include the following: Staged accidents occur when …

March 10, 2023

Understanding PTSD in Personal Injury Law: What You Need to Know

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly referred to as PTSD, is a mental health condition that can develop when someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. These can range from natural disasters and violent crimes to military combat, sexual or physical assault, or any other situation involving the potential risk of death …

March 10, 2023

The Hidden Toll of Trauma: Recognizing Emotional Injuries in Personal Injury Law

An emotional injury is a psychological harm caused by trauma or a distressing event or experience. It may include mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and other emotional and psychological problems which adversely affect someoneā€™s mental and emotional well-being. Emotional injuries can be caused by a …

March 9, 2023

When Does an Airbag Injury Become a Lawsuit?

Airbag injuries refer to any damage or harm suffered as a direct result of an airbag deployment during a vehicle accident. Airbags are designed to deploy quickly and inflate in order to cushion the impact from collisions, but their force can also lead to injuries. Some common types of airbag …

March 9, 2023

What is an Umbrella Insurance?

Umbrella insurance is a type of policy that extends liability protection beyond what your primary policies, such as homeowners, renters, or auto, provide. Umbrella insurance is designed to safeguard you against major claims and lawsuits that may exceed the limits of your primary policies. Umbrella coverage can cover a range …

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