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How a lawyer helps with a semi-truck accident.
It’s Monday morning and you’re driving to work with some lively music on the stereo. You did everything right today: got up early, dressed smartly, checked the tires, under the hood, adjusted your mirrors correctly, and put on your seat belt. You’re feeling good! And...
What to Do After Being Injured by a Drunk Driver
Being hit by a drunk driver is one of the most devastating accidents that can happen to someone, and it’s important for victims to have an attorney on their side. Read on to learn how to hire a personal injury attorney after becoming the victim of a drunk driver. Seek...
Dangers of Not Hiring a Lawyer After a Workplace Accident
Workplace accidents leave injury victims in a terrible position. Not only are you trying to recover, but you’re also missing time (and money) from work. You’re probably scared and unsure of your legal rights as well. Traumatic injuries are expensive to treat,...
What is Workers Compensation?
Developed countries around the world demand that all business owners subscribe to a workers’ compensation scheme to ensure that any worker who suffers at the hands of their job gets adequate compensation and care for it. At times, these cases get complicated and a...
How to win your personal injury claim.
If you’ve been suffered an injury, you probably want to know how you can get the compensation you deserve. It’s not just the damage to your property and your injuries. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety or have had to miss work. You deserve to get the compensation...
How much to ask for in a personal injury settlement.
If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you deserve proper compensation. However, it can be hard to know how much to ask for. It’s easy to want to be nice and not demand too much. However, your injury can cause you problems both now and later on in...
How long does a personal injury settlement take?
If you’ve been hurt in an accident or due to someone else’s negligence, you’re probably focusing on getting your settlement as quickly as possible. Well, we have some good news and some bad news. The good news is that most personal injury cases do not go to trial but...
How to get money from a car accident without a lawyer.
Have you been hurt in a car accident? It’s the worst. You need a new car, and you need treatment for your injuries. You might even have to miss work for medical care as you heal. You’re probably thinking about making sure that the other driver who caused...
What to do after a semi truck accident.
Sharing the road with semi-trucks can be a bit frightening. They’re so much larger than cars, and because they drive long distances, the drivers may be tired or distracted on the road. If you’re ever in an accident with a semi, you need to know what to do. There are...
What is a wrongful death settlement?
Having someone you love pass away is terrible to start with, but when it’s due to someone else’s negligence or intentional act, that makes things so much worse. You know it was preventable, and there’s no small amount of anger involved. Wrongful death settlements are...
How does workers compensation work?
If you’re injured during work, your employer is generally responsible for taking care of your medical needs. They do this using a type of insurance coverage called workers’ compensation. When workers’ comp is done right, it can do a lot to help you heal and get you...
How to fight a DUI without a lawyer.
Uh oh. The blue and red lights are behind you, and you’ve been drinking. The police run the tests, and you’re arrested for a DUI. Is it over? Do you just plead guilty? No! You can fight a DUI. However, sometimes people wonder if they can fight a charge like this...
What is a criminal defense attorney?
Around 10 million people per year are arrested for various criminal offenses. If you’ve been charged with a crime, you might wonder what’s next. Navigating the criminal system by yourself is terrifying. Prosecutors are not always honest and can be...
The Process of Hiring a Lawyer After a Car Accident
Car accidents are unfortunately not something all victims can just walk away from unscathed. Even minor fender benders can pop, stretch, or pinch the wrong muscle or nerve. Sometimes, the pain caused by a car accident is not physical, but emotional and mental. Hiring...
What does a personal injury lawyer do?
Personal injury lawyers – sometimes referred to as accident lawyers, car crash lawyers, or semi accident lawyers – perform a lot of different jobs. Yes, we’ll try your case in court if it comes to that. But we’ll also negotiate and communicate on your behalf, help...
What To Do After A Car Accident
Everything You Need To Know To Start The Process Safely Out on the open road, things can sometimes get a little hairy – and if you’ve been fortunate enough to have never gotten into a car accident, then consider yourself one of the lucky ones. The fact of the matter...
Dangers of Not Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer
If you’ve been in an accident or injured due to another person’s negligence, the first thing on your mind is getting better. That makes sense! However, it can hurt your ability to get the damages you deserve. If you don’t have anyone in your corner, it can be tempting...
What does Alvine Weidenaar Specialize In?
Here at Alvine|Weidenaar, we specialize in injury cases, including catastrophic injury and deaths. If you find yourself or your loved ones going through this horrific tragedy, we have the knowledge and expertise to help you navigate these troubling waters that lie ahead.
Getting a Second Opinion After Your Independent Medical Examination
People come to see me because the workers compensation insurer wants to send the injured worker to a doctor for an “independent medical examination”.
Why You Need a Lawyer for Semi-Truck Accidents
Semi-truck accidents can cause devastating injuries and death. When a careless semi-truck driver causes an accident it changes people’s lives. These are not simple accidents for the injured party but “life-altering events”.