Category: Personal Injury
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 30, 2021
Some accidents aren’t completely black-and-white. If you’re a pedestrian, illegally jaywalking across the street, and are hit by a driver who’s texting, who’s to blame? Maybe you both are! In legal terms, this is called comparative negligence. If you’re ever involved in an accident and are partially at fault, you may wonder if you can […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 24, 2021
Nobody begins a new job thinking that they’ll have to deal with a hostile workplace or toxic employer. And, unfortunately, many people don’t even realize that they’re in an inhospitable environment until it has taken a toll on their mental, physical, or financial wellbeing. That’s because it’s easy to convince yourself that your dissatisfaction at […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 27, 2021
Did you know that there’s a time limit for filing a lawsuit? If you don’t start the legal process within a certain span of time, you can lose the opportunity to receive any sort of compensation for your pain, injury and suffering. The amount of time you have to make your case is known as […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 7, 2021
What is Misdiagnosis? Misdiagnosis, or failure to diagnose an illness or injury, is one of the most common errors in the medical field. Approximately 12 million Americans are misdiagnosed every year, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. For most people, misdiagnoses lead to physical, financial, and psychological complications. In cases of misdiagnosis, the […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 28, 2021
Over 47.5 million Americans bike regularly. Whether it be for leisure, exercise, and/or transportation, biking is an increasingly popular activity, especially in the warmer months. However, as more cyclists hit the road, so does the chance of accidents. While the rate of collision with motor vehicles is still quite low, these incidences can result in […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 11, 2021
As temperatures rise, it seems summertime is just around the corner. With the warmer weather comes the fun of pool parties, outdoor sports, and cookouts, but also an increased risk of injury. This rise may seem expected, with schools letting out and more people spending time outside, but most of these injuries are actually preventable. […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 27, 2021
Tax scams are no joke. Individuals, businesses, and even tax professionals lose millions of dollars and personal information each year to scammers. Often pretending to be IRS agents or tax preparers, these criminals will reach out via email, mail, phone calls, text messages or even social media. Tax scams are always evolving, feeding off your […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 23, 2021
According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcycle drivers are twice as likely to get into an accident on the American roadways than someone driving a car. Furthering that statistic, the NHTSA also reports that death as a result of a motorcycle accident is 28 times more likely than death by any […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 16, 2021
A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere. One second, you’re late for work and the next you’re sprawled across the ground, disoriented and in pain. At this time, you’re probably not thinking about documenting the conditions of your injury or pursuing legal action—you’re just trying to make sure your vital organs are intact! Despite […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 3, 2021
Choosing a personal injury law firm can feel like a daunting task. There are a lot of options, and it’s easy to be drawn to the big names that you recognize from billboards and TV ads. However, all the marketing glamor and glitz isn’t what matters most in the courtroom. When it comes to picking […]
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