Any undesirable or unexpected event resulting in harm and damage can be termed as an accident. An accident generally occurs as a result of carelessness, ignorance, or a combination of causes, leading to an unfortunate result like injury. Under the U.S. law, the term accident is a broad term, covering various incidents, including but not limited to a hit-and-run accident;…
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Overbooking And The Airline Bump
Voluntary bumping Almost any group of airline passengers includes some people with urgent travel needs and others who may be more concerned about the cost of their tickets than about getting to their destination on time. Our rules require airlines to seek out people who are willing to give up their seats for some compensation before bumping anyone in- voluntarily.…
Product Liability And Personal Injury Compensation Claims In The Uk
Product Liability and Personal Injury Compensation Claims in the UK There are strict laws in the UK governing the manufacture and sale of products. If a manufacturer sell a product that is defective and the defects cause injury, loss or damage then that manufacturer is liable to pay compensation. Fortunately, suing a manufacturer for compensation in a product liability case…
Personal Injury Claims Statistics Is There A Compensation Claim Culture In The United Kingdom
An important ulterior goal is to give at least a preliminary evaluation of the contention that both the number and the cost of claims have been driven to record levels. If the figures bear this out, it would lend support to those who consider the UK to be gripped by a compensation culture, and undermine the Government’s view that, although…
Get Covered By Workers Compensation Insurance
Workers’ compensation insurance, commonly called workers’ or workmen’s comp, is a form of insurance designed to provide compensation to workers who have been injured while on the job. While the details can vary significantly from one plan to the next, insurance plans in this category typically provide for some form of wage replacement, payment and/or reimbursement of medical costs, compensation…
Mesothelioma Statistics An Eye Opener
What are Mesothelioma Statistics? Mesothelioma statistics are data about mesothelioma – a dangerous cancer that affects the lining of the lungs and the abdomen. In some cases, mesothelioma can affect the heart and reproductive organs too. It is a fatal disease with patients surviving for only one-two years after the diagnosis. What have Mesothelioma Statistics Revealed? Mesothelioma statistics have revealed…
Motor Insurers Bureau Compensation Claims
It’s a fairly common practice, claiming compensation from the another driver’s insurance company in the event of a road traffic incident. However, if the driver whom you had the accident with had left the scene and subsequently cannot be trace – then what? Also, what can you do if the other driver doesn’t have insurance? Well thankfully, you may still…