Law Office of Gaylord & Nantais

 Millions of people suffer from a head or brain damage each year, which might lead to an injury claim. Head injuries are not all the same, and the symptoms might differ dramatically depending on the degree of the injury. It's critical to know what type of head injury you (or someone close to you) have so you can figure out what to do next.   Construction workers are well aware of the dangers of head injuries, but new statistics suggest that these mishaps are far more common than previously imagined. Each year, nearly 2 million people in the United States suffer from a head or brain injury, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   According to some estimates, up to 40% of people who sustain a head injury will experience further trauma over the next five years. Due to their proximity to heavy gear and other risks associated with working in such a fast-paced environment, construction workers may be particularly vulnerable to head injuries...

  If your social security disability claim was denied, you are not alone. Nearly two-thirds of all initial social security disability claims are estimated to be declined. It can be aggravating and perplexing, particularly if you have no idea why your claim was denied. The good news is that there are only a few common reasons why social security disability claims are denied, and once you understand them, you can take steps to correct them and improve your chances of having your SSD claim approved.   What causes SSD claims to be denied?   According to a recent Commonwealth Fund study , about a third of people with private health insurance who requested surgery or other medical services received a denial letter. According to the survey, nearly two-thirds of individuals who got a refusal letter had their claims approved.   So, what's the story behind these figures? What's more, why are SSD claims denied in the first place?   An SSD claim may be deni...

After being critically hurt in an accident, the lengthy and confusing insurance claim procedure is the last thing you want to deal with. A personal injury/workers' compensation lawyer can help you with this. When you engage a lawyer, they will handle all of the paperwork and insurance company talks on your behalf. Your lawyer will work hard to get you the best possible result in exchange for their fees, which are sometimes a portion of your final settlement. So, what can you expect from your attorney during the case?   What Should You Expect If You Hire a workers’ compensation Injury Attorney?   A catastrophic injury is so severe that it causes lasting damage and interferes with the victim's capacity to work or live everyday life. This harm could be caused by a car accident, a slip and fall, medical malpractice, or other incident.   Catastrophic injuries cost California businesses billions of dollars every year because they result in long-term or permanent in...