Archives for: August 6th, 2020
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 6, 2020
Approximately 4.4 million Americans were injured from car accidents in 2019, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). While this is a 2% decrease over the previous year, this is still a startling number of people. Sadly, the NSC reported that 38,800 people lost their lives as a result of vehicle accidents in that same […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 23, 2020
Road cycling can be a great way to get some exercise, explore a city, or commute. However, it can be dangerous as well, especially when sharing the road with cars. In 2018, there were 857 road deaths in the United States, a 6% increase from 2017. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 1, 2020
Teen drivers have more freedom and a safe mode of transportation when they want to go out or have fun with friends. Giving teens access to a car can definitely help them in many ways. Unfortunately, this newfound independence also comes with a lot of risks. According to CDC data on car accidents, around 2,364 […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 13, 2020
When you see car insurance rates, the quotes you receive are based on a range of factors. Some of these are things you have some control over and some aren’t. This means that the cost of identical coverage for one person might be completely different for someone else. Here are some factors you should know […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 21, 2020
Getting injured on a job can have a significant impact on your life, especially if the injury is permanent. Treatment and recovery can be challenging, emotionally draining, and expensive. Fortunately, most companies in the State of Indiana are legally required to offer Worker’s Compensation. Employees need to understand the full extent of their rights, coverage, […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on February 7, 2020
Most people don’t come out of a car accident unscathed. Physical injuries, mental trauma, or property damage can cause pain and financial problems. A personal injury attorney can file a lawsuit against the liable party and help you gain some compensation. The money from the case can be used to pay for medical bills and […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 21, 2020
Trucking is a very dangerous job. It is listed as one of the ten deadliest professions. Driver’s fatality rates are more than six times the national average. However, this profession isn’t just risky for people inside a truck, but also individuals around it. Back in 2014, 3,660 accident-related deaths involved a collision with a big […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 14, 2020
All attorneys charge fees unless they are representing a client for free – generally referred to as “pro bono.” This means you need to pay for services rendered as per your agreement with a lawyer. Most personal injury attorneys work on something called a contingency fee basis. This is typically based on a percentage of […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 7, 2020
A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that usually occurs when a person receives a head blow. It can also happen due to violent shaking caused by accidents. For example, if a car decelerates sharply as it slams against a tree, people inside can receive a concussion as a result of it. In most […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on December 30, 2019
A personal injury case generally takes anywhere between one and two years. Several factors influence this timeline, so accurately predicting how much time your case will take is difficult. A complicated case may require more than a year, while a straightforward one may be wrapped up in a matter of months. You must discuss the […]
