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The short answer, in many cases, is yes. Want proof?   One woman fell in a Target parking lot and recently walked away with an $11.3 million settlement.  The Million Dollar Fall The story made national headlines. The woman was carrying her baby at the time, tripped, fell, and broke 4 …

Have you had an accident recently where you were left in pain and trying to heal from your injuries?  When it takes a long time to heal and fully recover, you may receive another diagnosis for what is happening with your body.  It is called chronic pain and it can …

There isn’t a moment in daylight when the roads of Washington, DC, aren’t filled with vehicles moving from point A to point B. Traffic is part of daily life in the nation’s capital—but when a car accident occurs, it can be life-changing. Recently, a serious crash in Southeast DC left …

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a bump, blow, jolt, or penetrating injury to the head disrupts normal brain function. Although many TBIs are mild, such as concussions, some injuries are moderate or severe, posing long-term risks to health, well-being, and financial stability. Moderate and severe TBIs can significantly …

Car accidents have many causes, but when a crash involves a driver under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or other controlled substances, it is classified as a DUI accident. DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence, and if you are injured by an impaired driver, you should contact a DC …

Spine Injury Claims 101 A spine injury is about the most catastrophic injury one can sustain. There are several layers and severity levels of spinal injuries, and the results can range from weakness in the extremities to complete paralysis. Much of this depends on where along the spine the damage …

Most car accidents are unintentional, but someone is often at fault due to negligence. If you’re involved in a crash, the Baltimore car accident lawyers at The Lapidus Law Firm can guide you through the legal process, protecting your best interests every step of the way. Unlike insurance companies, which …

Hit-and-run accidents can be one of the most unfortunate accident types. The injuries suffered can be of any severity, from a broken bone to possible death. As the victim of a hit and run, you may have been walking, riding a bike, or even driving another vehicle, but no matter …

Innocent Spouse Claims Most of the time, when a married couple files a joint tax return, things go as planned. Everything is properly documented, and both spouses are aware of any incoming returns or tax obligations.  If the married couple owes more taxes than anticipated and/or owes any back taxes, …

There are many different tax terms out there. There’s a good chance you’ve probably never heard of most of them until you’ve been impacted directly or indirectly. One of those terms: Trust Fund Recovery Penalty – or TRFP.  According to cornelllaw.edu, A trust fund recovery penalty (TFRP) is a hefty …