The United States has 14,000 miles of railroad track that continues to transport people and products all over the country. Railways have made the United States the economic power that it is. But at the same time, they have been the site for many catastrophic injuries and fatalities. How Often Do Railway Accidents Occur? According
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Medical malpractice is a serious situation that occurs more often than people believe. And lawsuits involving medical malpractice receive some of the most expensive payouts in the country, especially in New York City. Typically, a serious case of medical negligence costs more than $650,000 in one settlement. Read this article to learn about medical negligence
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Hundreds of thousands of people seek medical treatment for their burn injuries every year. When people go through these wounds, they encounter physical challenges. Other than that, they also experience psychological injuries that require equal treatment. For tenants who may have encountered burn injuries due to landlord negligence, you can seek compensation claims for what
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Most construction sites are equipped with barriers, netting, warning signs, and temporary walkways to protect innocent bystanders and workers. However, if you are one of the unfortunate innocents seriously injured by a construction material or piece of equipment, such safety measures will not alleviate your pain. You are not likely to be reassured by the
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There are three ways to complain against the brutality or misconduct of a police officer. An individual can utilize either one or a combination of these three methods. Do note, though, that a police department may not be able to conduct the necessary investigation while a pending criminal complaint against the involved officer exists. If
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Sexual harassment has been a problem for decades, although only recently have the statistics been so shocking. At least 75% of people who experience harassment at work never report it to a supervisor or union representative. One reason for this is the fear of retaliation, but another is that the person isn’t sure whether it
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Have you recently found yourself in a train accident? Regardless of the cause, you may have experienced injuries, if not financial loss. Fortunately for you, these damages can easily be claimed. However, we recommend that you hire a train accident attorney to assist you rather than try and claim by yourself. There are many factors
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When a heavy metal, also known as a transition metal, is in the body in excess, it can injure the person. Among the most common of these transition metals are mercury, arsenic, and lead. In cases of poisoning by one or more of these metals, the consequences can be severe and even fatal. Unfortunately, today,
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Electrocution, coined in 1889, is a combination of “electro” and “execute.” The term first referred to deaths via the electric chair, but the meaning gradually changed to “any death by electricity.” Currently, electrocution is a leading cause of death worldwide. It’s extremely worrying, given that it can happen at home and in the workplace. In
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Construction site workers handle heavy equipment and work in dangerous locations due to the nature of their occupation. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has several safety regulations to protect these workers. Despite these stringent regulations, the Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) reports roughly 150,000 accidents every year on construction sites despite these regulations.
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