As electric scooters (e-scooters) have become more popular, related injuries have become more common. When e-scooter injuries occur, victims may be unsure about whether they can pursue compensation from the at-fault party. However, even identifying the liable party and proving fault can be a complicated task. This is why it…
People who suffer an accident often face a long recovery time. Even if the person was in excellent health before the accident occurred, they may still take a long time to recover. If a person had a pre-existing condition, then the recovery can be even longer and the case can…
Damages in Personal Injury Lawsuits There are two main types of damage in a personal injury case, which are compensatory damages and punitive damages. Compensatory damages are designed to compensate someone for the injuries that they have suffered. Punitive damages are sometimes awarded in addition to compensatory damages. They are…
When you are severely injured in an auto accident your injuries may prevent you from performing the duties of your job. If you are not at your job working, you may not be receiving a paycheck, due to the negligence of the other party involved in your auto accident. Even…
Injuries from falls put more than 2 million adults in an emergency room in 2010, resulting in hospitalization of about 30% the cases. Even though the Law Offices of David Kohm have a successful record in winning compensation for slip and fall injuries, your efforts to prevent a fall are in your best interest. Icy […]
The do-it-yourself spirit is common among Texans and for good reason. There is nothing more satisfying than saving hundreds or maybe even thousands of dollars by performing home or auto repair duties on your own. Some duties are more complicated to perform on your own, however. And though it may…
Overloaded or overweight trucks continue to be a major cause of traffic fatalities throughout the United States. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which assembles statistics related to vehicles and safety, overloaded trucks continue to be a leading reason for traffic accidents. The truck may be completely…
When you are involved in a fall, a car accident or any other accident that lead to an injury, it is essential to have the damages evaluated immediately. Of course, this follows after the injury has been attended to medically. Assessing these damages and quantifying them could be easy or…
The internet is an amazing tool. You can find out a lot of the things that you want to know about a person by using the internet. Insurance companies are also turning to social media to find out about people who are trying to file a claim. By using the…
Deciding whether to settle your case outside of court or go to trial isn’t an easy decision. You should be aware, however, that the majority of cases do end up getting submitted to a pre-trial settlement. There are a number of reasons why this is so, but the legal advice…
