Construction site accidents not only happen regularly, they can result in serious injury or even death. While workers’ compensation will likely provide certain benefits, there is often a scramble to determine if another party might be liable for what happened....
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3 types of product liability claims
A business may be facing a product liability claim if one of their products has proven defective and has injured an individual. However, there are three types of product liability claims. Product liability claims evoke many questions on behalf of the injury victim....
Will 65 mph be the new speed limit for semi-trucks?
Two U.S. senators have proposed a bill that would limit Class 7 and Class 8 truck drivers from going above 65 mph. The speed would be regulated by an electronic speed limiting device installed in semi-trucks. Although the majority of U.S. semi-trucks already have...
Defense strategies to wrongful death claims
If the negligence of one party results in the death of another, the family of the victim may file a wrongful death claim. Typically, their goal is to gain compensation for various expenses such as medical bills or funeral costs as well as pain and suffering. There are...
Benefits of arbitration
The typical method of resolving a dispute in the insurance community would be litigation. However, for folks looking for an alternative to litigation, arbitration has become quite common. Why is this and what are the potential benefits of pursuing arbitration?...
E-scooters open up new challenges in liability and insurance
In the last two years, electric scooters have taken the country by storm. Users have responded to this easily accessible, environmentally friendly form of transportation in droves. However, as the popularity of e-scooters has grown, so have the rates of injuries. As...
Potential limo safety reform in New York
Last October, one of the deadliest transportation accidents in U.S. history involved a limousine in upstate New York. A converted 2001 Ford Excursion crashed, killing 20 people including the passengers, the driver and two pedestrians. The vehicle had a history of...
Driverless cars back on the road: insurance liability concerns
Many remember the disastrous situation that occurred when one of Uber's driverless cars hit and killed an Arizona pedestrian. This fatal incident led to the company's decision to take their cars off populated roads. Now, Uber is sending their autonomous cars back on...
Steps To Avoid Premises Liability Claims
Winter is in full force in the Northeast. That means icier sidewalks, parking lots and entry ways. This also means it is a good time for business owners to take a look at their insurance policies. Is it time to expand coverage? Do you really understand what your...
Know the value of a thorough investigation
In insurance litigation, evidence is the foundation of a strong argument. Having a complete picture of the case helps you have the best defense . An in-depth investigation could reveal compelling evidence, which can include: Expert testimony from medical professionals...