Personal Injury Blog
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Nebraska company involved in workers’ compensation appeal
The previous judgment from a workers’ compensation death benefit appeal by an insurance company based in Nebraska has been overturned in favor of the family of the victim. The family of a 36-year-old carpenter said he died from an overdose of prescription drugs after...
Crane rollover causes fatal on-the-job injury in Nebraska
As in other states, employers in Nebraska must comply with the strict safety regulations that are prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Unfortunately, some company owners disregard worker safety, and this often results in an on-the-job...
Massive vehicle recall due to airbags with serious injury threat
In 1980, Ford recalled 21 million cars with transmission problems, and until recently, that was a record. Takata airbag manufacturers recalled 18 million vehicles recently, and the company now expanded that recall to total approximately 34 million vehicles with...
Hospital Joins in Defective Product Lawsuit
Many Nebraska readers have heard the term superbug but may not be quite clear on exactly what it means or what level of personal risk is posed by a superbug outbreak. In short, a superbug is a type of bacteria that has evolved to become highly resistant to antibiotics...
Wintry Nebraska roads result in multiple car accidents
Winter in Nebraska can be a rough time of the year, especially when ice, snow and sleet shower the state. To prevent car accidents, drivers must remain vigilant, and they must also maintain their vehicles properly to avoid problems. Many times, authorities suggest...
Injured workers may need assistance to address denied benefits
Regardless of who is at fault, Nebraska workers who have suffered injuries while they were on duty are entitled to pursue compensation for medical and other expenses related to workplace accidents. While some employers or insurers pay valid benefit claims without...