What are Parties?
Parties are individuals, corporations, or associations involved in a lawsuit as plaintiffs or defendants.
According to Black’s Law Dictionary, parties are defined as “persons or entities actively participating in a transaction or proceeding.” Due to the formal nature of the proceedings, each party has specific rights, duties, and interests related to the legal matter. Parties can include plaintiffs or those bringing the lawsuit, and defendants, those who refute the allegations; they can also include third-party defendants who are asserted as being partially responsible for the plaintiff’s claims.
The most important responsibility of a party is the burden of proof. In a civil case, this falls to the plaintiff. Understanding the roles and identities of the parties is crucial for determining legal responsibilities, enforcing rights, and reaching resolutions in disputes.
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What is the Average Value for Workers’ Compensation Settlements?
Understanding Workers’ Compensation Settlements
The average value for a workers’ compensation settlement is $42,008. But for a few reasons, this is not a reliable ‘average’ value for a workers’ compensation settlement. Settlements can range from $2,000 up to $40,000, or even into the millions in rare cases. Because all injuries are different, the average payout is not the best gauge of how much you can expect to receive if you settle. For example, the medical expenses alone for an injury that requires surgical care will likely be much higher than injuries that do not require such corrective action. As such, there is no “one size fits all” settlement. In this article, we will walk you through the basics of workers compensation, the settlement and claims process, and finally break down settlements by injury type.
Please be advised that the information below is loosely general. […]
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Workers’ Compensation Lawyer for Cintas Warehouse Injuries
Each year, thousands of workers find themselves injured and unable to work due to a workplace injury. While these incidents are common, workers’ compensation and the rights of employees–specifically warehouse workers, go undiscussed.
If you are employed by a Cintas warehouse in Luzerne County or another large business and are in need of legal representation, the workers’ compensation lawyers of Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys are here for you.
Cintas Warehouse Injuries, Death
Cintas is an industrial laundry service serving businesses across the United States. Commonly, these warehouses utilize massive dryers, conveyor belts, and other large machines.
Unfortunately, in these settings, workplace injury and death are common.
In 2007, the company was cited for safety violations when an employee shattered his arm in a workplace accident. The Washington Industrial Safety and Health Administration (WISHA) found that Cintas had multiple violations including:
- Lack of employee safeguards from rotating or revolving parts in machines; […]
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Workers Compensation Lawyer for Sam’s Club Warehouse
Sam’s Club is a chain of warehouse stores that scores profits of $50 billion every year, boasting member-exclusive priced home and lifestyle products. However, due to the immense range of products and the speed with which the staff must work to process large order quantities, accidents amongst employees can happen. Some of these incidents could lead to life-altering injuries that require ongoing medical attention and lowered lifetime earning capacity.
The risk of injury is present for all American warehouse workers. In 2020 alone, there were 213,100 warehouse-related injuries reported in the US. The year prior, the warehouse industry saw the second-highest number of fatal workplace injuries in any industry.
If you’re one of the nation’s 100,000 Sam’s Club employees, you know that the company has faced some profiled injury settlements. As of January 2022, Sam’s Club operates 600 membership warehouse clubs in the United States. […]
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What Are My Options If I Sustain a Burn Injury at Work?
The threat of burns can be more common than you think. In 2020 alone, more than 60,00 Pennyslvanians suffered a burn-related injury at their workplace. In the same year, The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported that more than 1,500 people in the state were admitted to hospital due to injuries sustained from hot objects, corrosive substances, or flames and fire. These injuries can be life-altering and require the utmost attention and care.
Burns damage our tissue, often due to heat, chemical contact, overexposure to the sun or other radiation, or electrical interaction. Burns can be a minimal inconvenience, but sometimes they can be deadly. You may not know for a day or two how severe a burn is, as it takes this amount of time for the signs and symptoms to fully develop. The treatment of burns can vary greatly, too. Sunburns and small scalds can more likely be treated at home, […]
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What Information Should I Obtain From the Other Driver After a Car Accident?
We all know the basics of car accident etiquette. Remain calm, check yourself and your passengers for injuries. And of course, swap contact information with the other driver(s) involved. But what additional information should you obtain from the other driver after a car accident? Further, how do you obtain that information during a stressful situation?
What Basic Information Is Needed From The Other Driver?
There is no doubt that car accidents are stressful and still, incredibly common. According to Driver Knowledge, more than 90 people die in car accidents every day.
Be it from distracted driving, driving under the influence, speeding, road conditions, etc., when a car collision occurs, drivers need to be prepared to take action immediately.
In general, insurance companies will request the following information from the involved drivers at the accident scene:
- Driver’s name and contact information
- Name and contact information of the driver’s insurance company
- Insurance policy number and expiration date
- Vehicle details (make, […]
