Personal injury claims are often shrouded in misconceptions that can deter individuals from seeking the compensation they rightfully deserve. At The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III, a personal injury lawyer Plymouth, MA, is here to debunk some of the most prevalent myths surrounding personal injury lawsuits to help you navigate the legal process…
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Regarding workplace injuries, navigating the legal landscape can be complex. Understanding the distinction between workers’ compensation and personal injury claims is crucial for individuals seeking compensation for injuries sustained on the job, and being in contact with a Cape Cod personal injury lawyer is essential. What is workers’ compensation? Workers’ compensation is a system designed…
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Expert witnesses are vital in providing specialized knowledge and professional opinions when pursuing a personal injury case. An experienced personal injury lawyer Hyannis understands these opinions bring valuable insights and expertise to help the court and jury better understand the matter. A Cape Cod personal injury lawyer knows having expert witnesses in personal injury cases…
Continue reading ›If you are involved in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may not have to worry about paying your medical bills. Depending on your situation, your healthcare provider, and your health insurance, the at-fault party’s insurance company may be responsible for paying your medical expenses. It is important to consult with a personal…
Continue reading ›There is a move under foot in several states, including in Massachusetts, to extend labor protections to all domestic workers. Under current laws, some of these workers are typically denied such rights as overtime pay and breaks to eat. Many are also denied the right to workers’ compensation insurance benefits. Currently, under Chapter 152 of…
Continue reading ›A gas explosion in Springfield recently decimated a strip club and a day care center, destroying or imperiling as many as 42 buildings in the downtown area. The accident injured a number or gas workers, policeman and firemen as well as several civilians. As such, the tragedy raises some important issues about workers’ compensation benefits…
Continue reading ›A workplace injury can occur at just about any job site in Massachusetts. However, the chances for a serious workplace injury are increased when an employer ignores safety guidelines in the face of multiple OSHA investigations. One employer identified as a recidivist offender has now agreed to pay a $200,000 fine to OSHA as well…
Continue reading ›A Massachusetts State Trooper had a close call recently when he was the victim of a motor vehicle accident on I-95 southbound in Canton. The 27-year-old officer was assigned to construction zone detail near Exit 11 when he was the victim of a car accident. He was said to be sitting in his cruiser when…
Continue reading ›A country club employee was recently injured in an on-the-job accident involving a work cart. The Massachusetts workplace injury occurred at about 8:30 a.m. when the worker got out of the cart. As he did so, it was said to have rolled backwards on a hill. He apparently tried to stop the movement of the…
Continue reading ›A 1998 Massachusetts study found that the average cost for the complete series of rabies treatment was $2,376. Another state indicated the cost can now exceed $7,000. Those significant figures were relevant to a recent workers’ compensation claim in a southern state, filed by a former veterinarian assistant. The woman was working as a vet…
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