Train/railroad accidents are different from regular vehicular accidents like cars, motorcycles or buses.Unlike those other vehicles where you can take some precautions to avoid accidents, your life is mostly on the hands of the train operator during the entire ride.The victims in a train accident though are not exclusively passengers. They could be:Motorists Other vehicles like cars and motorcycles can be involved in a train collision in...more
All it takes is one disgruntled employee to complain that your company is using unfair labor practices and the next thing you know, the company is under a Department of Labor investigation.Under the Department of Labor, the Employment Standards Administration (ESA) enforces and administers laws and regulations about:Legally mandated wages and working conditions that include:oMinimum wageoOvertimeoMedical leavesoChild laborEqual employment...more
Traffic accidents can be a traumatic experience for anyone especially if there are people injured on the scene.But you should keep yourself calm and not do anything rash like leaving the accident scene.To help you, here are some answers to some traffic accident FAQs.What to do after being involved in an accident?You should stop your car or move it in a safe distance if you are in immediate danger. Take this time to check yourself and your passengers for injuries. Never leave the accident scene without being cleared to do so by the responding authorities like the police.You should call 911 as well. Report what you know about the accident and tell them if there are any injured people on the scene. The operator can send the police and paramedics if necessary.Obtain information from the other drivers involved in the accidentWhat information should I obtain?Aside from getting the other drivers information, you are required to give up the same information as well.Those information are:Name of DriverLicense numberResidence AddressContact NumberInsurance providerInsurance policy numberIf the driver is not the owner, the above information of the car owner should also be includedTake note of...more
A lot of people fail to collect their deserved compensation for personal injury claims because they choose to go at it alone.As a result, insurance adjusters are able to convince them to accept smaller amounts, which in truth is a lot smaller than what they should be getting.There are even instances where the claimants are coaxed into agreeing to...more
Employment contracts and agreements defines the terms and conditions of the working relationship between an employer and an employee.The contract shows the duties and responsibilities of the employer to the employee and vice versa.Although each company has its own template, an employment contract usually contains the following clauses:Parties...more
Most motorists tend to focus more on liability coverage that covers bodily injuries; they forget that they also have to worry about possible property damage as well.Sometimes, the amount of damage to properties even exceeds that of the treatment for personal injuries.So aside from personal injury liability coverage, all drivers are also advised to get a substantial amount of property damage liability coverage as well.DefinitionProperty damage refers to the destruction of a public or private property.It can either be caused by a person or natural phenomena.Property damage caused by humans is generally classified by its cause.The first classification is caused by neglect that includes human error and carelessness. This usually covers car accidents that cause property damage.The second classification is intentional damage. Property damage under this classification is often malicious in nature.Property damage liability is a type of coverage that pays for the damages to the vehicle/s and other possessions of the other party if the car accident was your fault.It is important to note though that it does not cover intentional damages.Intentional property damage is also considered a form of...more
SSI benefits or Supplemental Security Income is a disability program of the federal government which is aimed for people who have limited income and resources.Unlike Social Security Disability Insurance or SSDI that is funded through payroll deducted...more
What is a Permanent Resident Card? A Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as a Green Card, is evidence of your status as a lawful permanent resident with a right to live and work permanently in the United States. It also is evidence of your...more
Every driver has seen the signs at the side of the motorway. Tiredness kills - take a break. But according to research released by the Government, sleep-related vehicle accidents (SRVAs) are on the increase, and those most at risk are drivers who...more
No one likes to be hurt or suffer from an injury as the result of an accident. No accident can be more dangerous than those involving motorcycles. If you or someone you love was injured from a motorcycle accident, you are legally entitled to...more
Divorce is a severe emotional stress, and it involves not only the spouses, but also their families. The situation gets worse if the couple has children, because they also get involved in the divorce process. Important relationship details have to be...more
Finding a good lawyer is as far as many of us go when it comes to dealing with legal issues, leaving said lawyer to handle the case and all the complicated legal-talk from there onwards. For that very reason however its crucial that you pick the...more