I was in a Car Accident in Wichita, How do I Prove it Wasn’t My Fault
Sometimes when people are involved in a car wreck, they are very cordial. In other cases, they aren’t. Some accidents are hit-and-run, while others involve the driver at fault denying responsibility. When this happens, these are the steps you can take to keep from being blamed for an accident that wasn’t your fault. Take […]
Five Facts about Whiplash You Didn’t Know
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries from car wrecks in Wichita, Goddard, Salina and Hutchinson. From high speed wrecks on Kellogg and the Kansas Turnpike to low-velocity accidents on Rock Road, whiplash can affect any car accident victim. If you think you may have a soft tissue injury from your car accident, here […]
Dealing with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome after a Wichita Auto Accident
Some people are lucky enough to walk away from a car accident with only minor injuries. But after a few weeks, the pain may get worse; in fact it feels like your arm is on fire. Eventually, the pain spreads. It’s so excruciating that you can’t even sleep. Although rare, this is a real disease, […]
How to Save Money by Reviewing Your Insurance
After a truck has rear-ended you on Hillside probably isn’t the best time to find out what your insurance policy is lacking. Most people take the time to review their long term debts, such as your mortgage on your house. Yet most people don’t think they need to meet with their insurance agent for a […]
Kansas Temporary Total Disability and What it Means
If you have suffered a job-related injury and are unable to work, worker’s compensation will compensate for your lost wages. This benefit offered by your employer’s insurance company is called temporary total disability. This covers lost wages from being unable to work. The maximum amount dispersed for your injury is determined each year by the Kansas […]
Most Common Injuries in Wichita Auto Accidents
Car accident injuries are common, even from a low-velocity impact. Injuries range from minor cuts and bruises, to chronic whiplash and traumatic brain injuries. The severity of injuries are based off many factors like: location of the impact, health and age of the injured party, the type of automobile, speed of impact and much more. […]
Five Things to Expect During the Insurance Claim Process
Most people in Wichita have a lot of questions after being involved in a wreck on I-235. Although each situation is different, there are five basic things to expect after being in a wreck on Kansas roads. 1. Report the accident to your insurance company –If you suffered injuries in an accident, it’s important […]
What To Do if Your Vehicle is Totaled
Car accidents, even ones that don’t result in serious injury to the passengers, can result in severe damage to your car. Even low velocity wrecks can cost thousands of dollars to fix. This happens every day to people of Wichita, Hutchinson, Derby or Salina and if you are not sure how to handle insurance agents […]
If I Win My Case, Do I Get to Keep All the Compensation?
It’s not uncommon to hear about lawsuit reaching the millions. The $5 million lawsuit over a Subway sandwich has been in the news recently, and only a few months ago the wife of a Georgia man was awarded $3 million for medical malpractice. Many people with a personal injury case just assume that they […]
If Insurance Companies Are So Bad, Should I get an Independent Agent?
If you have been shopping for insurance, but have heard all the horror stories of bad insurance companies, you may be looking for another option. Although you can call around to get quotes from insurance companies, some believe that choosing an independent agent is the best route. So what’s the difference between a company […]
Ten Questions to Ask Before Accepting a Settlement
Some people may decide their case isn’t worth enough to go to trial. Many don’t even contact a Wichita personal injury attorney. Others are fooled by the sly tactics insurance agents use to get you to accept a settlement. If you have decided to accept a settlement from your insurance company, here are 10 questions […]
When Dangerous Drugs Hurt Wichita Citizens, Ray Hodge & Associates Fights for Their Rights
It’s not uncommon to read the news and learn about a drug recall. Turn on the TV and it’s likely you’ll hear a commercial about some dangerous side effects of a prescription medication. It’s easy to tune out these warnings, but when you or a loved when is affected by a recalled drug or a […]
Four tips to help keep your identity and your checkbook safe.
We all see the news about how thieves are coming up with more creative ways to steal from hardworking Kansans. Just recently, scammers pretending to be police with warrants for arrest almost stole hundreds from a local Wichita woman. The numbers are steadily increasing each year for identity theft. With the popularity of digital banking, […]
Some pain relief pills cause more harm than good.
A popular over-the-counter pain reliever has been available to the public since the 1950’s. The manufacturers of Tylenol, Johnson and Johnson, has sold billions of these pills since it was introduced to the market. Nonetheless, The FDA has linked acetaminophen to serious liver problems including liver failure. The problems have resulted in liver transplants and […]
Looking for an attorney? Read this article first
Your hunt for a good lawyer can be stressful, especially if you’ve never had to hire a Wichita attorney before. Most law firms will offer a free consultation, but you can actually start figuring out which attorney you may want to hire even before going to the firm. Before scheduling your free consultation, first ask […]
Someone may be responsible for your slip and fall injury
Many senior citizens are able to remain independent throughout the years. Being able to get out and see the town is a joy for many, but experiencing even a small slip and fall can deteriorate elderly persons abilities quickly. Little things such as a rough patch of pavement or concrete, a turned-up corner on a […]
A popular choice for police to subdue a suspect is using a taser. However, this tool is causing serious injuries.
Law enforcement has recently taken measures for less lethal options of subduing suspects. A popular choice has been using a Taser. However, because of serious injuries and fatalities arising out of police using a Taser, lawsuits are seriously increasing. Taser’s are kill fewer people than using more extreme measures, such as gun, but still have […]
Kansas’s snow is causing many injuries and potentially premises liability lawsuits
This years winter storms continue to cause injury to Kansans, even with the roads cleared. An awning in Overland Park seriously injured a man when the weight of the snow caused it to collapse. The Overland Park Fire Department responded to a condominium building a few weeks ago and found the man unconscious. He is […]
If you think you need an attorney to handle your property damage claim, read this article first.
You’ve just had an accident, thanks to bumper-to-bumper traffic on Hillside. Your car has been totaled and you need transportation now. What should you do? Find a lawyer? Try to convince the insurance to buy you a brand new car? Although neither of these methods is in your best interest, you do have a few […]
One piece of machinery has proven incredibly hazardous at any job – the forklift.
Construction is notorious for the hazardous work conditions. Thousands of construction workers are injured and even die each year. However, one piece of machinery has proven incredibly hazardous at a construction site, manufacturing plant, warehouse or supermarket – the forklift. When someone is injured using a forklift while on-the-job, their case can be difficult because […]
