Nothing is more gratifying for an injury and disability law firm than reversing a case that looks lost. Several times we have taken a case that was “over” and turned it around for a deserving accident victim. As Yogi Berra would say, “It ain’t over ’til it’s over.” Recently, we were able to help a…
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First off, workers compensation does not compensate. It does not cover all of a workers losses. In fact, in many cases, it does not even come close. There is no compensation for: Pain, Suffering, Aggravation, Inconvenience, Emotional Distress, Family Disruption, Wage Loss above the statutory cap, Future raises, bonuses, and other financial losses. So, when…
Continue readingFair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) cases involve withholding pay, overtime and unfair wage practices. Examples include: 1. Store managers, assistant managers, and department managers are many times classified as Executive Exempt in order to keep from paying them overtime. They do not qualify for this exemption, because their primary duty is not management, but is…
Continue readingThis is a first for me – quoting US Magazine ! But in today’s US Magazine, the question was posed: Can a Fractured Hip Be Fatal ? “Mortality rates can reach 24%, with higher risks for senior citizens, the International Osteoporosis Foundation reports. Why ? Long recoveries increase risk of blood clots, infection and other…
Continue readingA long-time client, one whom I had helped successfully in several accident cases, asked this very question. He knew that I handled Social Security cases all over the country. He knew that I had been recognized as one of the BEST LAWYERS and as a “Super Lawyer” for my efforts on behalf of the injured,…
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