Personal Injury Blog
How Age Impacts Crash Rates
As we get older, we gain more experience, knowledge, and skills. Unfortunately, at a certain point, many of us begin to suffer a decline as our brains and bodies become slower. We often call these “senior moments,” attributing them to a weakening memory or slower reaction speeds.
Watching for the Signs of Elder Abuse
Taking care of an elderly family member can be difficult, especially if you have your own full-time job to contend with. That is why many Nebraska families turn to nursing homes to provide care for their aging parents and grandparents. These facilities are supposed to be safe, happy, respectful – the perfect place for your loved one to live in. Sadly, that isn’t always the case.
New Technology May Reduce Truck Crashes
It seems like every year, auto manufacturers come out with a new piece of technology. Whether it was heated seats, Bluetooth, built-in GPS, or auxiliary cables, many of these changes made cars more comfortable to drive but didn’t have major safety improvements. It was not until recently that cars were upgraded with backward-facing cameras to help protect pedestrians when drivers are backing out of their garages.
Why You Should Never Accept the First Offer
For the average family, suffering a serious injury in a car crash, slip-and-fall, or even a farm accident can be absolutely devastating. On top of worrying about paying rent and putting food on the table, you now have to contend with expensive medical bills and a long recovery period. That is why, when an insurance adjuster calls you with a settlement offer, you may jump at the chance to take it. But we are here to tell you that is a mistake.
Bottlinger Law, L.L.C. Launches 2021 Bowties and Books Scholarship
As we enter a new year, it is important to seek out new opportunities, and Bottlinger Law, L.L.C., has one of the best ones on the block. Given the outstanding enthusiasm we have received over the past three years, we are once again offering students the chance to apply for the Bowties and Books Scholarship. This nationwide scholarship is available to high school seniors and college students in good standing with their school. All you have to do is fill out an application and submit a well-written essay for the chance to win a $2,500 scholarship!
How to File a Nursing Home Abuse Claim for a Family Member
One of the most difficult situations to be in the middle of is a nursing home abuse or neglect claim. For families, it is heartbreaking to see a loved one mistreated and difficult to process all of the legal requirements they must fulfill. In many cases, family members face certain roadblocks that prevent them from filing a civil case against a facility that caused their loved one’s injuries, typically because they do not have the legal authority to act on their loved one’s behalf.
How to Recover Damages in a Business Interruption Claim
Business interruption insurance provides coverage for businesses when their income is severely impacted by a natural disaster, government shutdown, or other qualifying events. With these policies, business owners can cover the costs of having to close their doors or if they have to move locations, allowing them to survive in economically uncertain times. While most business owners hope that they will never have to use these policies, when their profits are suffering due to a disaster, they should be glad to have it. However, the process of getting a payout can be incredibly confusing without legal guidance. Bottlinger Law L.L.C. is here to help Omaha business owners work through the claims process and recover the compensation they need to remain open.
Passenger Rights in a Motorcycle Crash
Motorcyclists are one of the most exposed groups on the road, often suffering traumatic injuries after a collision with a larger vehicle. But anyone riding tandem on a motorcycle is also at risk, as passengers have little to no control over the nature of the collision. If a biker or car driver acts negligently, it can drastically change the life of a motorcycle passenger.
Who Is Liable for Dangerous Private Roads?
It is no surprise to many Nebraska drivers that our rural roads are dangerous. Often dotted with potholes, lined with sharp turns, and receiving little lighting at dusk or dawn, these roads are often witness to catastrophic, if not fatal, crashes. First responders have difficulties safely getting to these collisions, and any delays could cause a victim’s condition to worsen. This issue goes double for private roads, which are often the responsibility of negligent property owners.
Are Dog Owners Liable for Bites?
Dogs are often considered man’s best friend, but it is important to remember that their behavior is largely dependent on their owners. We have all seen the vast difference between an untrained, rowdy dog that doesn’t obey commands and an obedient and trustworthy dog. This is why Nebraska state laws hold owners at fault when their dogs attack.
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