Mariela Corella
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3 Personal Injury Claims Everyone Should Know About
Personal injuries and accidents can happen to anyone, and while you may be familiar with them you probably don’t know the legal actions you can take against a negligent party. A legal claim can help you recover compensation to cover for medical expenses, property damage, and more. For a claim to be valid you will have to prove that the actions of a negligent party caused your accident. Speaking with a legal team after your accident can help you determine the steps needed to file a lawsuit and recover compensation. These are some common accidents that could result in a personal injury lawsuit.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Lifehack
Misconceptions About Face Masks and COVID-19
COVID-19 is a new virus and scientists are constantly updating information regarding its spread, symptoms and how to treat it. It’s hard to keep up with the latest discoveries and new recommendations on how to prevent the spread of the virus. There is a lot of debate related to face masks and their effectiveness, when should you wear them, which type should you wear, do they work? As research related to the disease continues to evolve, it’s important to clear up common misconceptions regarding face masks and stay up to date on new recommendations by health organizations.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Longevity
Leading Causes of Fatal Injuries in Children and Teenagers
It’s always unfortunate when you read about children and young people suffering severe or fatal injuries in an accident, especially one that could have been prevented. During the summertime it’s common to read about hot car deaths or children involved in drowning accidents. However, some of the most common accidents that young people suffer from, especially teenagers, are car accidents. According to research from The New England Journal of Medicine, motor vehicle crashes accounted for 20% of deaths among children ages 1 to 19 years old. The second most common cause of fatal injuries are accidents related to firearms, followed by unintentional poisoning. Some accidents cannot be avoided, but by enforcing safe driving rules and discussing the dangers of firearms and drugs, you could prevent a loved one from sustaining serious injuries.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Families
Coronavirus Lawsuits Against Negligent Businesses
The COVID-19 epidemic has significantly impacted our lives, schools, offices, manufacturers, small and large corporations all over the world have had to change their policies and adapt to the new reality. However, some businesses have acted negligently, placing more importance on profits than safety and therefore endangering the lives of employees and clients. As the outbreak continues, those who are at risk of an infection or who have lost a loved one have filed lawsuits against entities who are to blame for their damages. Filing a wrongful death or work injury lawsuit is not a simple task. A wrongful death lawyer is necessary to establish if the case is valid and who is at fault for the damages, as is the case for a lawsuit against an employer. Even after the outbreak is controlled, we will probably see many businesses pressured to change how they take care of employees and customers.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Criminal
How to Prevent a Slip and Fall at Home
A fall can happen in seconds and result in severe injuries, disability or even death. Older adults are more vulnerable to these accidents, their reflexes are not as fast and their bodies can’t withstand the impact of a fall, this oftentimes results in broken bones and other serious injuries. A few simple precautions at home and in the workplace can prevent an accident and keep everyone safe.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Lifehack
Actions That Could Result in a Truck Accident
Truck accidents can result in severe injuries that have lifelong consequences on a victim’s life. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 67 percent of fatalities in truck accidents were occupants of cars and other passenger vehicles, while 16 percent of fatalities were truck drivers or occupants. Truck crashes can be devastating to smaller vehicles because of their size and weight. A truck’s braking capability, driver fatigue and other factors have been known to be the main causes of truck crashes. We have outlined common causes of truck accidents and why they pose a risk to truckers and other drivers.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Wheel
How to Choose the Right Type of Adoption
With so many types of adoptions available it may feel overwhelming to choose the right one for you. Information is key in deciding which type of process is best for your family. Make sure you do enough research about each type of adoption and weigh their pros and cons. Ask your adoption agency, family lawyer and other experts about the costs of each, how much time the process will take, the risks associated with the process, and any other question you may have. Talk with other adoptive parents and ask about their experience, join Facebook groups, look for bloggers online and YouTube videos. Keep in mind that everyone has their own expectations about the process and every adoption will not always be the same.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Families
Effects of Social Media on a Lawsuit
We live in a world in which sharing our thoughts and opinions online has become normal. Most of the time the information we share online has no significant effect on our lives. However, what you post on social media platforms or share online can have serious repercussions on pending legal cases. An injury claim or a divorce case can be dramatically impacted by the wrong information shared online. Courts now accept online posts and social media as evidence in different types of cases. We have summarized a few examples of how social media can affect the outcome of a case and why it’s important to analyze carefully what you share online.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in 01
Good News During COVID-19 Epidemic
As the coronavirus pandemic is sweeping the world and news outlets are saturated with death tolls, infections and scary predictions, it would be nice to focus on some good news. Besides the main benefit of avoiding infection and spread of the disease, we have compiled some of the good consequences the quarantine and social distancing orders around the world have caused. During these difficult and uncertain times, it’s always good to look at the positive while still being informed of how this situation develops.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Motivation
This Valentine’s Day Avoid a Heartbreak from a Romance Scam
With Valentine’s day coming up it’s important to recognize one of the risks we take when dating and meeting people online with is falling victim to a romance scam. According to the FTC, in 2019 people reported losing $201 million to scammers who pretended to have a relationship with them in order to take advantage of them. If you’re using online dating apps or websites, you should be aware of the warning signs of romance scammers and how they trick people into sending them money.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Humans
Who Keeps a Pet After a Divorce?
Pets are an important part of our lives and many of us consider them a part of the family. According to a survey by the American Pet Products Association, 67% of households in the U.S. own a pet. During a divorce, couples have to make tough decisions about child custody, alimony, dividing property, and about who gets to live with the family pet. This conflict can be solved outside of court through mediation and a visitation schedule could also be drafted so that all parties can still see and be involved in the pet’s life. However, there are times when an agreement can’t be reached, and a judge must step in and decide who gets custody.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Petlife
Dangers of Texting and Walking
According to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) 6,227 fatal pedestrian accidents occurred in 2018, the highest number of accidents in the past three decades. While improvements to motor vehicle safety and laws against driving under the influence or distracted have increased protection for drivers, pedestrians remain mostly unprotected and at higher risk of suffering deadly injuries from a car accident. Drivers aren’t the only ones guilty of distractions, pedestrians using handheld devices are also at risk of causing accidents. Studies have found that pedestrians who are texting and walking have a higher risk of being involved in an accident than others who are not engaging in these activities.
By Mariela Corella4 years ago in Lifehack