In a prior post, we discussed a case in which a driver who was injured after being struck by a sleep-deprived truck driver was awarded a large verdict as compensation for her injuries. That case is a good lead-in to a discussion of an article published in USA Today about new limits on truck drivers’…
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“As long as there is no Award, an injured worker has a duty to market for all periods she is claiming during which she was limited by the treating doctor to “restricted,” “part time” and/or “light duty” work,” according to Herndon Virginia injury lawyer Doug Landau. Contrary to common belief, marketing is not a defense;…
Continue readingVery short time limits and requirements as to where claims can be brought severely limit the rights of innocent cruise ship passengers injured by the unsafe decisions and actions of crew. At this week’s Convention of the American Association for Justice, Doug Landau was able to meet with cruise ship injury lawyer David Singer. Both…
Continue readingPublic Justice is a a public interest law firm whose mission is to: protect people and the environment; hold the powerful accountable; challenge government, corporate, and individual wrongdoing; increase access to justice; combat threats to our justice system; and inspire lawyers and others to serve the public interest. (Source: PJ website) Public Justice, formerly “Trial…
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Workers who have been injured on the job are often examined by several different physicians. If the findings amongst the doctors varies, what happens to your case? It is important to note that the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission gives more weight to attending physicians’ opinions. In cases where the treating doctor has you on light…
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