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Preparing for an Independent Medical Exam (IME)
/by Burge & Burge, PCIf you are injured during the normal course of your day due to the negligence of another party, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to be compensated for your losses. Experiencing an injury on the job brings a different and sometimes more limited compensation. If your employer has four or more […]
Holidays and Drunk Driving Accidents
/by Burge & Burge, PCThe holidays are a time of great celebration with those closest to us, and most of us look forward to this time of year. But in the midst of these festivities, there is a lot more alcohol consumption, and more drivers out on the roadways who have had too much to drink. The period between […]
5 Common Construction Accidents
/by Burge & BurgeConstruction is one of the most dangerous industries in our economy. Workers do fast-paced jobs with heavy equipment and machinery, often in high places, all while having to deal with uncontrollable factors such as inclement weather, what the guy (or gal) next to them is doing, and many others. About 10% of all workplace injuries […]
Workers Compensation and FMLA: What Happens When Both Programs Apply?
/by Burge & BurgeWhen an employee suffers a serious illness or injury, there may be more than one option for obtaining time off to recover. Under the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees are allowed to take up to 12 weeks each year for a qualifying event. If an illness or injury was work-related, the employee may […]
Coping with Traumatic Brain Injury
/by Burge & Burge, PCThe brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It typically weighs only about 3 pounds, but it is made up of billions of nerve cells and other kinds of cells, all intricately connected and designed to send signals to other areas of the body. The brain controls not only how we think, […]
What are the Most Important Considerations when Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney?
/by Burge & Burge PCWhen someone is injured or killed because of the negligence or reckless actions of another person or party, they will most likely need to hire a lawyer to help ensure that they receive just compensation. But hiring a personal injury lawyer is not a decision that should be made hastily. Not all attorneys are the […]
Should I Be in a Hurry to Return to Work after an Injury?
/by Burge & Burge PCIf you have suffered a work-related injury or illness and you are on workers’ compensation, it is understandable that you may be anxious to get fully recovered and back to work as soon as possible. Being out of work means less income for you and your family, and you may also be worried about how […]
Do Pedestrian Accidents Increase in the Summer?
/by Burge & Burge, PCPedestrian accidents claim the lives of thousands of individuals each year. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that nearly 6,000 pedestrians were killed in traffic-related events in 2017. This works out to about one pedestrian death every 88 minutes. Initial estimates for 2018 by the Governor’s Highway Association show that pedestrian accident fatalities […]
FELA vs. Workers’ Compensation
/by Burge & BurgeMost workers in United States are covered by an insurance plan that provides compensation for work-related injuries. The vast majority of organizations that cover their employees for injuries or illnesses on the job carry workers’ compensation insurance. The railroad industry has a completely separate avenue for workers to obtain compensation for these types of injuries […]
What is Causing my Neck & Lower Back Pain after a Car Crash?
/by Burge & BurgeMotor vehicle accidents are an everyday occurrence. And oftentimes, they result in minor injuries and minimal vehicle damage. Some injuries are immediately noticeable; such as cuts, scrapes, bumps, bruises, and broken bones. Other injuries are not always noticed right away, however. This is especially common with neck and lower back pain that happens after a […]