April 2015 Newsletters From Lipschutz & Friedman

By Shirlee Friedman | May 6, 2015 |

The following newsletters from Lipschutz & Friedman contain valuable information… As the U.S. population ages, slip-and-falls among the elderly have become a major issue. More than 2.4 million people a year over the age of 65 suffer injuries in falls that are serious enough to require a visit to an emergency room, according to the…

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March 2015 Newsletters From Lipschutz & Friedman

By Shirlee Friedman | May 6, 2015 |

The following newsletters from Lipschutz & Friedman contain valuable information… Millions of cars are being recalled due to the danger of unsafe airbags manufactured by Takata Corp – Read the full article here http://goo.gl/gvKTdi Most people don’t realize it, but parking lots are among the most dangerous places in America. An extraordinary number of accidents,…

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What exactly do Personal Injury Attorneys Do?

By Shirlee Friedman | Mar 30, 2015 |

Personal injury attorneys handle many different things such as wrongful death claims, workplace injury claims, auto accident claims, defective product claims and more. They provide legal representation to those who have suffered injuries due to someone else’s negligence. Personal injury attorneys specialize in the area of law known as tort law. Tort law is different…

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Understanding Your Legal Rights in Wrongful Death Cases

By Shirlee Friedman | Mar 18, 2015 |

If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. Although no amount of money will bring your loved one back, the compensation you may be awarded will help take away some of the burden such as funeral costs and bills left behind…

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Why You Should Hire an Attorney When it Comes to Product Liability

By Shirlee Friedman | Feb 17, 2015 |

Thousands of people are injured each year in the United States due to dangerous or defective products. If you have been injured by a defective product, you should consider hiring an attorney to assist you with a product liability lawsuit. What is Product Liability? Product Liability refers to a manufacturer or seller being held responsible…

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Nursing Home Abuse – What Steps Should You Take?

By Shirlee Friedman | Jan 16, 2015 |

A nursing home is a place where the elderly should be safe. Sadly, there are a significant amount of nursing home abuse cases reported every year. If you have a loved one in a nursing home, pay special attention to the way they are treated. There are many different types of nursing home abuse. A…

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6 Things You Should Consider Before Hiring an Accident Attorney

By Shirlee Friedman | Dec 30, 2014 |

When you have been injured in an accident, your recovery may be the most important thing on your list. Another very important thing to think about is who you will choose to represent you in your personal injury case. There are some things you should consider before making your decision. Experience – When it comes…

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Injured? Never Just Assume There’s Not Enough Insurance

By Shirlee Friedman | Dec 15, 2014 |

Many people get into an automobile accident, and later find out that the other driver doesn’t have enough insurance to pay for all their injuries and vehicle  damage. But you should never just assume that you’re out of luck. You should always talk to a lawyer who can investigate the situation, because it may turn out that there’s more insurance coverage…

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Soldier’s Family Can Sue Over Injury in Training Accident

By Shirlee Friedman | Dec 1, 2014 |

There’s an old rule of law that says a member of the military can’t sue the government for injuries that are connected to service. That’s generally true even if the person could normally bring a lawsuit against someone else in similar circumstances – for instance, if a soldier were injured due to medical malpractice at a VA hospital, or harmed…

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What Constitutes Medical Malpractice?

By Shirlee Friedman | Nov 25, 2014 |

Medical malpractice is the negligence by a healthcare professional which has resulted in injury or even death of a patient. Cases of medical malpractice can include cases in which a patient has been given the incorrect medication dosage or even given the wrong diagnosis. Knowing whether or not you have a medical malpractice case is…

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