There can be hidden dangers in Nursing Homes although most people expect the best care for their loved ones in a skilled nursing environment, the reality can be quite different. The relevant authorities have received more than 62,700 complaints against nursing home abuse between 2011 and 2015. Over one-third of these complaints were about some degree of harm by staff…
After someone has been in an accident, it’s normal to have many questions. Who should be held responsible? Who will pay the medical bills? How can someone who suffered severe injuries support himself and his family? At the Law Office of Gregory E. Price, we want to answer all of your questions. To begin, here are some frequently asked questions…
In 2013, 4,735 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in the United States in 2013, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Another 156,000 were treated for injuries in emergency departments. With little to protect them in an accident, pedestrians are the most vulnerable for injuries compared to anyone else on the road. Pedestrians are more than…
Personal injury law has been part of the mainstream culture since the 1970s, when its first newspaper ad appeared. While technically, personal injury protection, under the larger umbrella of law, dates back to ancient times, we will be explaining and highlighting some key dates in the history of U.S. personal injury law. Early 1900s The Industrial Revolution moved into the…
Filing a lawsuit against a person or a company may seem time-consuming and intimidating, but it’s an effective way to get the compensation you deserve if you’ve been hurt in an accident caused by negligence. Most personal injury cases – 95% of them – are settled before going to trial, so it’s likely you can resolve your situation without even…
The costs involved in an injury accident can be staggering. For car accidents, the emergency room visit alone costs $3,300, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If the injured person must be hospitalized, medical expenses climb to $57,000. Anyone who has been injured in an accident knows that the expenses do not stop once you leave the…
After an accident, emotions run high. At best, the people involved are shaken up. At worst, they are critically injured. During this chaotic time, there are many opportunities to help or hurt your chances for being compensated for your injuries. Keep the five tips below in mind to help you think clearly if you are involved in an accident. 1.…
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), more than 3 million nonfatal workplace injuries occur in private workplaces each year. That translates to 3.3 injuries per 100 full-time workers. Within construction, the overall rate is 3.6 non-fatal injuries per 100 full-time workers. Here at the Law Office of Gregory E. Price, P.S., we serve those who have been hurt…
In about 11% of car accidents, a driver flees the scene, thereby committing a hit and run. That number is much higher in certain cities, such as Los Angeles, where 48% of accidents feature a hit and run. Chances are good that you will be the victim of at least one hit-and-run accident during your lifetime. Therefore, it pays to…
The moments following a car accident can be intense, and common sense often falls to the wayside. It’s easy to get swept up in your body’s stress response and completely forget about obtaining critical pieces of information from all involved parties. Knowing what to do after a car accident is always obvious in retrospect; however, it’s typically too late at…