Archives for: March 29th, 2023
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 29, 2023
As we approach the festive, chocolate buzz-bringing holiday of Easter on April 9th, many people might be hopping over to the grocery store and picking up some goodies, popping some boiled eggs into dye, or getting their Easter ham ready for baking. But the kiddos, they’re putting carrots and milk out in hopes to […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 14, 2023
Liability cases on an individual scale can sometimes have difficulty becoming breaking news, but when a liability case has several thousand filed cases and a large payout, people tend to pay more attention to it. In 2023, there are a few ongoing cases and one or two burgeoning ones that have either already piqued the […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 3, 2023
When it comes to slip and fall cases, there always seems to be many roadblocks that are put in the way between you and sufficient compensation. Arguments over whose fault it really was, how it really happened, whether or not the victim is lying or just trying get free cash – there are a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 4, 2023
New Year’s Resolutions bring all sorts of people out of their comfort zones and into spaces where there is a high possibility of injury. The gym is one of these places; a lot of heavy weights, confusing machinery, a lot of newcomers, and perhaps not enough staff to handle it all can be a […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 26, 2022
When you get out on the water – whether that be a personal pond, a lake, a reservoir, an ocean, a sea, a river, etc. – no one ever wants to think about the risks we take as we do so, and the high possibility of boating accidents. After all, taking one last romp […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 14, 2022
The loss or injury of an animal or pet can certainly be a heartbreaking and frustrating ordeal when it comes to veterinary medical malpractice. It’s not something you ever want to have to face, or even think about – but what actually happens if you suspect your veterinarian has violated medical laws and committed medical […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 31, 2022
The U.S. Constitution’s Bill of Rights provides Americans with an extensive list of the rights and protections afforded to them by the government. These rights and protections are foundational to our society, informing the actions of our law enforcement and courts. The Fourth Amendment specifically protects Americans from “unreasonable search and seizure,” but what exactly […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 23, 2022
Sure, we all know them when we see them, but what exactly classifies a truck as “large?” In the United States, truck sizes are determined by gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), which measures the maximum loaded-weight of the truck. Using GVWR, there are 8 classes of truck, ranging from Class 1: Light Duty (0-6,000 pounds), […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 12, 2022
If you suffered a blow, fall, car accident, or some other type of injury to your head, it is possible that you may experience a concussion. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), upwards of three million people in the U.S., including children and adults, suffer from concussions every year. […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 21, 2022
There is widespread agreement that cell phone usage can be extremely distracting while operating a motor vehicle. According to the United States Department of Transportation (NHTSA), over 3,100 Americans died due to accidents involving distracted driving in 2020. Many expect these numbers to continue to climb. Distracted driving is defined as any type of activity […]