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Repetitive strain injury or RSI is a condition resulting from overuse of a tool like a computer, guitar or anything that require repeated movements. The condition affects the muscles tendons and nerves of the hands, arms and upper back due to these being tense for long periods of time. RSI is not a recognised medical condition, but a term used to describe the range of injuries caused by repetitive movements or overuse.
People who work on computer... Read More
June 1st, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
A road traffic accident describes any accident that happens on a road or footpath. Road traffic accidents are the cause of an estimated 1.2 million deaths worldwide every year and are said to injury about forty times this number.
Every person who uses the road, whether in a car, motorcycle, van, lorry or as a cyclist or pedestrian has a duty of care to ensure the safety of not only themselves but also the safety of other road users. Due to this y... Read More
May 30th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
A no win no fee claim, officially known as a conditional fee agreement offers an alternative way to fund litigation and can be used in almost all commercial claims. No win no fee claims or conditional fee agreements have been in place since 1995, however during this time it was limited to a certain range of cases but then thankfully in 1998 no win no fee agreements were extended to include all cases with the exception of family proceedings. This ... Read More
May 30th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
It has been said that motorcycles represent approximately about 1% of the traffic on our roads in the UK but they account for 18% of all serious deaths and injuries. Motorcyclists are 40 times more likely to be killed in an accident than a car driver. This is why it is highly important that you take extra care as a motorcycle driver and also as another road user where motorcycles are present.
There are five common motorcycle accidents that occur... Read More
May 30th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
A slip, trip or fall can happen almost anywhere if there is a wet/slippery surface, uneven flooring or if there are any obstructions on the floor surface. Some of the main reasons that slip, trip or fall accidents occur include the following:
Slip trips or falls on uneven roads and pavements are usually the responsibility of the Local Council as it is their duty to maintain roads and pavements
Shops have the responsibility to ensure that their f... Read More
May 30th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
Workers who are injured in Pennsylvania, or who are injured outside of Pennsylvania but are entitled to benefits under the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act, must act promptly to protect their rights. All too often, employees get hurt, then assume that whatever injuries they have suffered will go away, and then decide that they do not have to tell their employers – at least not right away. That is a mistake for various reasons. F... Read More
May 29th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
Have you been the victim of an accident at a supermarket? Have you been offered a couple hundred pounds for compensation? Or, did they offer you a bunch of flowers and some vouchers to exchange for items in their own store?
This practice is more common than you think. And a lot of the victims are older people of pension age. They are on their pension and usually have no resources to instruct solicitors. Or if they do they are worried that this wi... Read More
May 27th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
1. How long have you been in practice? While many young attorneys have the potential to become accomplished trial lawyers, you do not want your case handled by a novice.
May 27th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | 1 Comment
If you are considering hiring a personal injury lawyer, you may be wondering what factors you should take into consideration to make the right choice.
May 27th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments
When a loved one dies due to the negligent or wrongful actions of another, it is not at all unusual to want to seek justice. It is not always easy to do this but it will be well worth your time. After the wrongful death of a loved one, you may find that you are no longer able to maintain your lifestyle due to the crippling effects of the financial loss. Our legal system guarantees us the right to pursue justice for such situations. When you hire a lawyer who handles wrongful death cases you greatly increase your chances of being victorious in your case.
May 27th, 2008 | Posted in Personal Injury | No Comments