Posts by Pat Maloney
How to Cope After Suffering a Catastrophic Injury
When you suffer a catastrophic injury, it can feel like your whole world has been turned upside down. All of a sudden, you are dealing with overwhelming physical pain and emotional distress. It is important to be patient during your recovery and have reasonable expectations. There is no quick fix for recovering from a…
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You can sustain a catastrophic injury as a result of any accident or traumatic event, but what makes this type of injury different from other types is that it prevents you from performing any gainful work. Catastrophic injuries typically involve some sort of permanent change, which means your life won’t be the same after…
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Is a Broken Bone Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
According to the law (42 USC § 3796b), an injury is considered catastrophic when it “permanently prevent[s] an individual from performing any gainful work.” With such an open-ended definition, you may wonder whether a broken bone can be considered a catastrophic injury. Read on to find out. It Comes Down to Your Ability to…
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How Do Rideshare Insurance Requirements Differ from Regular Coverage Rules?
You may or may not be aware, but rideshare drivers are required to carry different types of insurance coverages than those driving for personal or commuting use. While rideshare companies may pick up some of the tabs for their drivers when collisions occur, these companies are not necessarily on the hook for every dime of…
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What Are the Insurance Requirements for Rideshare Drivers in Texas?
As a Texas rideshare driver, you likely already know that you need to carry higher coverage limits than people who simply drive their vehicles for personal use. However, the amount of coverage you need depends on what insurance period you are in at a given moment. Here’s what you need to know: Texas Rideshare Insurance…
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How Are San Antonio’s Rideshare Insurance Requirements Unique?
As you may know, rideshare drivers are required to carry insurance policies that differ from the coverages those who simply drive for personal reasons need. This is the case in nearly every state, and Texas is no different. However, the city of San Antonio takes it a step further. Read on to learn more about…
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What Is Medical Malpractice?
While most doctors and other medical professionals are competent and attentive individuals who are truly passionate about their work, it is still possible for errors to occur, which can injure patients as a result. Essentially, medical malpractice can occur as a result of a healthcare professional or provider: Neglecting to provide adequate treatment, Failing to…
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5 Examples of Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is a relatively common problem in the United States. Unfortunately, more than 250,000 people in the U.S. lose their lives each year due to medical mistakes. What’s more, medical errors are the third-leading cause of fatalities after heart disease and cancer. However, you can only have a viable medical malpractice case if a…
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What Are the Four Elements of Medical Malpractice?
You may think you can file a lawsuit for medical malpractice if you are simply dissatisfied with the outcome of your care. Think again. In the eyes of the law, medical malpractice can only occur when a healthcare professional does one of the following: Neglects to provide adequate care, Fails to take the proper action,…
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What Do I Need to Do After a Rideshare Accident?
Being involved in a rideshare accident can be a frustrating and frightening experience to endure. Since the liability for rideshare accidents isn’t as well-understood as other types of accidents, you may not know where to begin. Here’s what you should do after a rideshare accident: Collect Information The first step to take following a rideshare…
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