Articles & Advice

When the actions of a medical professional cause harm, it can be a shocking experience. It is one that you never expect. When you seek medical care, you hope it will improve your health and quality of life; not diminish it. Nothing can change what has happened to you. But filing a medical malpractice lawsuit[…]

The Process of Filing a Car Accident Lawsuit in Vermont Car accidents are one of the most common causes of injury in Vermont. However, that doesn’t make a car accident any less shocking. If you’ve suffered injuries in a crash, you may have dozens of questions about what happens next. It is normal to wonder[…]

Workers injured while performing work-related tasks in Vermont need workers’ compensation. This is the best source of compensation in most cases. Workers’ compensation insurance is available for nearly all workers in the state. It provides medical and wage replacement benefits. However, receiving a full workers’ compensation award isn’t guaranteed. Many workers’ compensation claims come into[…]

You often hear stories about someone getting up and walking away from a horrific car accident without a scratch. Maybe you have been in this position yourself. The problem is outward appearances may be deceiving. Your car accident may not produce any broken bones or visible wounds. But you may still have sustained a serious[…]

While most doctors are highly educated and skilled, they are humans like the rest of us, and they sometimes make mistakes. Doctors provide quality medical care for all patients. When medical care does not meet reasonable standards, it can lead to mistakes that can cause serious injury. When these injuries are from negligence, they are[…]

You know that if your injured on the job in Vermont, you are likely entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. When your employer finds out about the injury, he or she must submit a claim. The claim is to the company’s workers’ compensation insurer and the Vermont Department of Labor. The insurer then covers your medical[…]

You got injured at work, so you should receive workers’ compensation benefits, right? This isn’t true. In some situations you aren’t eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits for a workplace injury. Benefits are for employees who suffer physical and mental disorders during employment. If you are not an employee or injured outside of work, then[…]

A car crash can be a scary situation. Your car may be totaled. You or your passengers may have injuries. On top of that, emotions tend to run high and you may be very angry. If you have never been in a car accident before, you may be unsure of the proper protocol. What do[…]

A Rutland Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help with Your Claim Most people face injuries in some form or manner throughout the course of their life. Many people have gone to the emergency room–or know someone who has gone to the emergency room–at least once. While injuries are common, filing a lawsuit to is an unfamiliar[…]

  One of the hardest (and most important) places to stay safe is on the internet. Most of us have loads of personal and financial information on us in our smartphones at all times. If you use an iPad or iPhone, the problem your default (factory standard) settings is that they probably allow a little[…]