Blog Posts in 2017

• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 28-Dec-2017

  How Contingency Fees Work

  When people are injured and then desire to file a personal injury suit, they are usually pursuing legal action because they need the money. Hospital bills, time off work, and rehabilitation costs can be exorbitantly high for the average person, and ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 13-Dec-2017

  3 Things You Need to Know About Amusement Park Accidents

  Most people think the average amusement park is relatively safe. They often believe the rides were designed by experienced engineers and maintained diligently by the park owners. However, this might not always be true. Here are 3 things you ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 30-Oct-2017

  Why Apologizing After an Accident is Never a Good Idea

  Being involved in an accident can be overwhelming and the aftermath is often chaotic and confusing. In the midst of all that is occurring, it might feel entirely natural and even polite to apologize to the other party involved, but this seemingly ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 17-Oct-2017

  How Are Catastrophic Injury Claims & Personal Injury Claims Different?

  Injuries are painful and the experience of sustaining them can be traumatic for anyone, regardless of the severity. When it comes to the law, however, some injuries are treated differently than others. Catastrophic injury cases, for example, ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 10-Oct-2017

  What Should I Ask My Doctor After a Car Accident?

  Being involved in an accident and sustaining injuries is a traumatic and overwhelming experience and the aftermath can be just as stressful and frustrating if you neglect to take certain steps. Your first priority should be to seek medical treatment ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 4-Oct-2017

  Bad Driving Habits that Often Result in Crashes

  Most drivers assume they are safe drivers who are in compliance with rules of the road at all times. However, there are many bad habits ingrained in American drivers that are considered common. Unfortunately, these common bad habits cost drivers ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 19-Sep-2017

  Tips to Prevent Car Accidents

  Most people do not understand or even consider the profound impact a car accident —even a minor fender bender—can have on their lives until they experience one themselves. While some accidents cannot be avoided, fortunately, many can. In ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 12-Sep-2017

  Who Had the Right of Way?

  Whenever a car accident occurs, one of the aspects to consider is who had the right of way. The right-of-way rules determine which driver may proceed and which one should yield at merges, stops, and turns. These rules are in place to help people ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 5-Sep-2017

  Understanding Comparative Fault in Florida

  When you are involved in a car accident in Florida, liability is not always clear-cut and more than one person can be at fault. In 1973, the state adopted its “comparative fault statute,” allowing a court or jury to proportionately assign ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 22-Aug-2017

  Why Brain Injuries Should Be Taken Seriously

  Whether it was caused by a direct blow or a sudden jolt to the head, traumatic brain injuries (TBI) involve some sort of trauma to the brain. Although modern medical science has come a long way regarding our understanding of the human brain, there ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 15-Aug-2017

  Recovering from Whiplash

  When it comes to minor and major car accidents, the most common injury is whiplash. It is another name for neck strain, caused by the sudden jerk of a vehicle upon impact with another. This sudden force upon the neck and head can lead to stretches, ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 8-Aug-2017

  Posting Your Injury on Social Media is a Bad Idea

  Social media has become ingrained in our daily lives and enables us to stay connected with friends and family, network professional, keep updated with current events, and share your experiences with the world. According to a 2015 report by the Pew ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 1-Aug-2017

  Car Accidents Involving Teen Drivers

  As relatively new drivers, teenagers are not entirely aware of the dangers of the road. Since they have a tendency to engage in reckless behavior, such as speeding or getting distracted, teenage drivers are significant at risk to suffer serious or ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 24-Jul-2017

  Safety Tips for Motorcyclists

  While there is nothing that can beat the thrill and freedom of riding a motorcycle, it is significantly more risky than driving a car. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), a crash involving a motorcyclist is approximately ...

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• Posted By Paulsen Law Group 17-Jul-2017

  Helpful Tips to Prevent Dog Bites

  Dogs bite approximately 4.5 people each year in the United States. While around 800,000 of these people require medical treatment due to an attack or bite, about 15 to 20 people die from these injuries. Children and senior citizens are considered the ...

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