Personal Injury Blog
Catastrophic Injury vs. Serious Injury: What’s the Difference?
While both serious and catastrophic injuries can result in large medical bills and require ongoing care, catastrophic injuries involve a lasting or permanent disability. For example, a spinal cord injury leading to paralysis is considered catastrophic due to its lifelong implications.
Cases involving catastrophic injuries often result in more extensive damages and require specialized legal strategies to prove the extent of long-term disability and loss.
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What Happens After You Give a Deposition in an Omaha Personal Injury Case?
Giving a deposition is a key part of the pre-trial discovery phase. This is an interview where you are asked to provide testimony about the case. After you give your deposition, your Omaha personal injury lawyer will keep preparing for trial. During the pre-trial period, both sides may continue negotiations, and a settlement could reached at any time.
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When Does Homeowners Insurance Cover the Cost of a Dog Bite in Omaha?
If you or a loved one was attacked by a dog in Omaha, you may be wondering if the injuries are covered by homeowner’s insurance. The answer is probably yes.
Dog ownership comes with responsibilities, and this includes protecting others in the community from dog bites. That’s why pet owners can be held liable for injuries caused their dogs.
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Getting Compensation for Pain and Suffering After an Injury Accident in Omaha
Suffering a personal injury can be really disruptive, physically, emotionally, and financially. In addition to the tangible costs like medical bills and lost wages, there are serious injuries like chronic pain, sleepless nights, emotional distress, and the loss of enjoyment of life.
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7 Signs You Need an Attorney After a Motorcycle Accident in Omaha
Motorcycle accidents often leave riders facing far more than just physical injuries. If you’ve recently been involved in a crash in Omaha, you may be wondering whether it’s time to get legal help. Nebraska’s fault-based insurance system and complex laws can make the aftermath overwhelming—especially when you’re already trying to recover.
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DUI Drivers and Motorcycle Accidents in Omaha: What Victims Need to Know
A peaceful ride through Omaha on a motorcycle can turn tragic in an instant when a drunk driver enters the picture. Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable in these collisions, often suffering severe, life-altering injuries.
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Motorcycle Accident Claims: What Omaha Riders Should Know
When you’re out enjoying the open roads on your motorcycle in Omaha, the last thing you want to think about is what happens if you’re in an accident. But Nebraska motorcycle accident laws are different from other vehicle statutes. That’s why it’s important for local riders to understand their rights and find out what steps to take if the unexpected occurs.
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The Hidden Cost: Brain Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents in Omaha
Motorcycle riders in Omaha face unique risks on the road, but there is none more devastating than a traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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Understanding Wrongful Death Claims After Omaha Car Crashes
Losing a loved one in a car crash is a devastating experience that leaves families struggling with emotional pain and financial uncertainty. In the aftermath of a fatal car accident, many families are left asking what are their legal options and what are our rights under Nebraska law.
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Omaha’s New No-Turn-on-Red Law: What Drivers Need to Know
Omaha drivers will need to adjust to a significant update in Nebraska traffic law. Under the new legislation, it is now illegal to turn right on a red arrow in Nebraska. This update to Omaha’s driving laws is part of a broader effort to enhance road safety and reduce pedestrian injuries and fatalities across the state.
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