Archives for: October 16th, 2018
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on October 16, 2018
Disability discrimination occurs when an employer unfavorably treats a qualified employee or applicant as a result of an impairment that they may have. Both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) prohibit discrimination on the basis of a disability. The EEOC defines a disability as “a physical or mental […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on August 27, 2018
Torts are civil wrongdoings that lead to personal injury. A toxic tort is a civil wrong doing that resulted in an injury because one was exposed to a toxic substance. Tort law is designed to hold individuals and corporate industries responsible for the consequences of their actions whether intentional or not. The aftermath of exposure […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 16, 2018
Everyday thousands of buses carry people to and from school, work, and even across the country. Buses are an affordable and environmentally friendly transportation method. Thus they are becoming an increasingly popular choice of travel within the U.S. However, when a bus accident occurs, it often results in numerous injuries, fatalities and property damage. Both […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on July 5, 2018
Premise liability law is a legal concept used in personal injury cases to determine who is liable for an injury that occurred on a particular premise. If a property owner failed to use reasonable care, and an injury was sustained by a visitor, they may be held liable for compensation. Depending on the case, the […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on June 14, 2018
It’s every parent’s goal to keep their children safe. However, at some point during the day, everyone is a pedestrian and at risk for being involved in a traffic accident. According to a report conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association, approximately 5,984 pedestrians were killed in 2017. This represents a trending increase that is […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 18, 2018
Warm weather is just around the corner and people will be out on the road riding their motorcycles in no time. It seems like the perfect time to go over the facts and figures that can help keep motorcycle enthusiasts safe while riding. Even if you prefer a vehicle with four wheels, it’s everybody’s responsibility […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on May 7, 2018
Types of Burn Injuries A burn is an injury where a person’s flesh, tissue, or skin is damaged by heat, electric shock, chemicals, or radiation. Burn injuries are extremely painful and can lead to scarring and nerve damage. Treatment for severe burns often includes excision, skin grafts, and physical therapy. All of these treatments mean […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on April 26, 2018
Defective Product Injuries and Legal Theories When a company sells a defective product that is the cause of a serious injury, that company deserves to be held responsible for damage caused. Whether you were injured by an item you bought yourself or it was something you were required to use on the job, you may […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on March 7, 2018
Workers’ compensation provides workers (or their dependents) benefits after a work-related injury or disease. These benefits may include replacing lost wages, costs of medical treatment, rehabilitation costs, and other potential compensation for things such as transportation or emotional distress. Laws regarding workers’ compensation vary from state to state, though federal employees are protected by the […]
Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on January 3, 2018
Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional fails to perform their job to the best of their abilities and causes harm. Most of the time, medical negligence can be used as a synonym for medical malpractice. However, in legal terms, medical negligence is a property of medical malpractice. In fact, medical negligence is often the […]
