#personal-injury
#personal-injury

6 hours ago

Skiing

Gwyneth Paltrow slams 'ridiculous' ski crash trial: 'I had to fight it'

Gwyneth Paltrow reflects on her 2023 ski trial, emphasizing the absurdity of being sued for a skiing accident.

Paltrow is adamant about her innocence and critiques the legal system.

#lawsuit

Silicon Valley food

fromwww.theguardian.com

Jury awards $50m to man injured by scalding-hot tea from Starbucks

A delivery driver was awarded $50 million after suffering serious burns from a spilled hot drink at a Starbucks drive-through.

fromLos Angeles Times

Cars

Driver rampaged through Inglewood CarMax. Injured customers sue him and the dealership

Two victims are suing CarMax and the driver for damages related to a violent incident at the store.

fromsfist.com

San Francisco

Woman Vows to Sue SFPD For Violent Jaywalking Arrest That Left Her With a Concussion, Separated Shoulder

A mother of five plans to sue SFPD after suffering a concussion and separated shoulder during a violent jaywalking arrest.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Voyage past the Golden Gate to scatter father's ashes ends in bloody plunge beside tourist mecca: lawsuit

Neptune Society faces lawsuit for negligence after incident during memorial boat trip, leading to injuries from collision and unsafe practices.

fromwww.ocregister.com

1 week ago

Healthcare

Man deals with gut punch' after routine surgery leads to leg amputation at California hospital

Wayne Wolff's life changed drastically following a botched knee surgery, leading to the amputation of his leg and a lawsuit against the hospital.

New York City

Electric unicyclist sues Port Authority cop who body slammed him outside Holland Tunnel

An electric unicycle rider was allegedly injured by a Port Authority officer during an encounter at the Holland Tunnel, leading to a lawsuit.

Silicon Valley food

fromwww.theguardian.com

Jury awards $50m to man injured by scalding-hot tea from Starbucks

A delivery driver was awarded $50 million after suffering serious burns from a spilled hot drink at a Starbucks drive-through.

fromLos Angeles Times

Cars

Driver rampaged through Inglewood CarMax. Injured customers sue him and the dealership

Two victims are suing CarMax and the driver for damages related to a violent incident at the store.

fromsfist.com

San Francisco

Woman Vows to Sue SFPD For Violent Jaywalking Arrest That Left Her With a Concussion, Separated Shoulder

A mother of five plans to sue SFPD after suffering a concussion and separated shoulder during a violent jaywalking arrest.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Miscellaneous

Voyage past the Golden Gate to scatter father's ashes ends in bloody plunge beside tourist mecca: lawsuit

Neptune Society faces lawsuit for negligence after incident during memorial boat trip, leading to injuries from collision and unsafe practices.

fromwww.ocregister.com

1 week ago

Healthcare

Man deals with gut punch' after routine surgery leads to leg amputation at California hospital

Wayne Wolff's life changed drastically following a botched knee surgery, leading to the amputation of his leg and a lawsuit against the hospital.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

New York City

Electric unicyclist sues Port Authority cop who body slammed him outside Holland Tunnel

An electric unicycle rider was allegedly injured by a Port Authority officer during an encounter at the Holland Tunnel, leading to a lawsuit.

more#lawsuit

#legal-case

UK news

Woman loses 400k injury claim after being filmed walking strong' husky

Boyd's injury claim was rejected due to evidence showing her engaging in physical activities, leading to a verdict of dishonest exaggeration.

Miscellaneous

NJ driver awarded nearly $13M after troopers mistook her stroke for intoxication

A New Jersey driver, arrested mistakenly during a stroke, awarded nearly $13 million for delayed medical care.

fromWest Side Rag

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

Monday Bulletin: Woman Who Slipped on Fish Guts Outside UWS Citarella Awarded $6M; Former UWS Mermaid Inn Site Becomes Construction Zone; UWS Tenant Leader Asks for NYCHA Investigation

A woman was awarded $6.45 million after slipping on fish guts outside a grocery store, highlighting pedestrian safety responsibilities.

Law

Dangerous Parking Job Costs Army $3.3M

Federal judge awarded $3.3 million to Jeffrey Smith after snowmobile crash into camouflaged Army helicopter due to government negligence.

Miscellaneous

10k for man seen on holiday and in sauna after claiming he suffered claustrophobia and could not fly after being trapped in lift

Evidence contradicted Robert Smith's claims of severe psychological distress after being trapped in an elevator.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Miscellaneous

Woman faces legal bill for hundreds of thousands of euro after losing Circle K damages case

The Court of Appeal reversed a ruling favoring Kristina Kandaurova, leaving her liable for legal costs after a slip at a filling station.

UK news

Woman loses 400k injury claim after being filmed walking strong' husky

Boyd's injury claim was rejected due to evidence showing her engaging in physical activities, leading to a verdict of dishonest exaggeration.

Miscellaneous

NJ driver awarded nearly $13M after troopers mistook her stroke for intoxication

A New Jersey driver, arrested mistakenly during a stroke, awarded nearly $13 million for delayed medical care.

fromWest Side Rag

2 weeks ago

NYC politics

Monday Bulletin: Woman Who Slipped on Fish Guts Outside UWS Citarella Awarded $6M; Former UWS Mermaid Inn Site Becomes Construction Zone; UWS Tenant Leader Asks for NYCHA Investigation

A woman was awarded $6.45 million after slipping on fish guts outside a grocery store, highlighting pedestrian safety responsibilities.

Law

Dangerous Parking Job Costs Army $3.3M

Federal judge awarded $3.3 million to Jeffrey Smith after snowmobile crash into camouflaged Army helicopter due to government negligence.

Miscellaneous

10k for man seen on holiday and in sauna after claiming he suffered claustrophobia and could not fly after being trapped in lift

Evidence contradicted Robert Smith's claims of severe psychological distress after being trapped in an elevator.

Miscellaneous

Woman faces legal bill for hundreds of thousands of euro after losing Circle K damages case

The Court of Appeal reversed a ruling favoring Kristina Kandaurova, leaving her liable for legal costs after a slip at a filling station.

more#legal-case

#workplace-safety

3 weeks ago

London startup

Workplace safety in London's startup scene: Navigating personal injury risks and social security disability in a growing industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's startup scene is thriving but has significant workplace safety issues that must be addressed.

Miscellaneous

What is a Personal Injury Claim?

Personal injury claims provide victims fair compensation while ensuring accountability for negligent acts.

3 weeks ago

London startup

Workplace safety in London's startup scene: Navigating personal injury risks and social security disability in a growing industry - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's startup scene is thriving but has significant workplace safety issues that must be addressed.

fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk

Miscellaneous

What is a Personal Injury Claim?

Personal injury claims provide victims fair compensation while ensuring accountability for negligent acts.

more#workplace-safety

London politics

'I want to get back to work after crash - but the NHS can't get me to my physio'

Lalit Gohil struggles to receive adequate physiotherapy due to unreliable transport after a serious car accident.

Los Angeles

fromtherealdeal.com

Next phase of wildfire rebuild: here come the lawyers

Lawyers are mobilizing in Altadena after the Eaton fire, seeking clients amidst concerns of exploitation.

#insurance-claims

London food

Top four reasons personal injury victims lose their cases - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Hiring an experienced lawyer is crucial for personal injury claims to ensure successful navigation of legal complexities.

Privacy professionals

The Impact of Pre-Existing Conditions on Personal Injury Claims

Pre-existing health conditions significantly impact personal injury claims and can be used by insurance companies to reduce compensation.

NYC politics

Is hiring a personal injury attorney in Queens the best decision after an accident? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Obtaining legal representation is crucial for navigating personal injury claims and ensuring fair compensation.

Handling injury claims without a lawyer can lead to undervalued or denied settlements due to legal complexities.

London food

Top four reasons personal injury victims lose their cases - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Hiring an experienced lawyer is crucial for personal injury claims to ensure successful navigation of legal complexities.

Privacy professionals

The Impact of Pre-Existing Conditions on Personal Injury Claims

Pre-existing health conditions significantly impact personal injury claims and can be used by insurance companies to reduce compensation.

NYC politics

Is hiring a personal injury attorney in Queens the best decision after an accident? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Obtaining legal representation is crucial for navigating personal injury claims and ensuring fair compensation.

Handling injury claims without a lawyer can lead to undervalued or denied settlements due to legal complexities.

more#insurance-claims

fromEater LA

Starbucks Ordered to Pay $50 Million to Los Angeles Delivery Driver Burned by Hot Tea

A jury awarded $50 million to a delivery driver burned by hot tea due to improperly secured lids, highlighting corporate liability in customer safety.

Silicon Valley food

#legal-claims

Business

What to do if you're injured on commercial property - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Immediate medical attention is essential after an injury on commercial property.

Reporting the incident creates important documentation for legal claims.

Consulting a personal injury attorney helps in navigating complex legal proceedings.

Intellectual property law

The Most Common Types of Personal Injury Claims and How Lawyers Handle Them

Personal injury lawsuits arise from harm due to another's negligence, needing specialized legal handling for fair compensation.

Business

What to do if you're injured on commercial property - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Immediate medical attention is essential after an injury on commercial property.

Reporting the incident creates important documentation for legal claims.

Consulting a personal injury attorney helps in navigating complex legal proceedings.

Intellectual property law

The Most Common Types of Personal Injury Claims and How Lawyers Handle Them

Personal injury lawsuits arise from harm due to another's negligence, needing specialized legal handling for fair compensation.

more#legal-claims

Privacy professionals

fromwww.guardian-series.co.uk

You Can Actually Balance A Legal Career And Family Life - Above the Law

Finding the right legal specialization can greatly enhance work-life balance and job satisfaction.

UK news

'My life is hell and I'm in constant pain three years after moped crashed into me'

Loraine White suffered severe injuries from a vehicle collision, later winning a payout from the responsible party's insurers reflecting the impact of her ordeal.

#legal-issues

3 months ago

Law

Witness who failed to attend murder trial sues law professor cleared of murder

Diarmuid Phelan, though exonerated from murder charges, is still dealing with ongoing personal injury cases.

Miscellaneous

Store security video catches NYC slip-and-fall scammer red-handed: 'I want to put this guy in jail'

A slip-and-fall scam at a Bronx supermarket was exposed by security footage, leading to the alleged scammer being dropped by his own lawyer.

3 months ago

Law

Witness who failed to attend murder trial sues law professor cleared of murder

Diarmuid Phelan, though exonerated from murder charges, is still dealing with ongoing personal injury cases.

Miscellaneous

Store security video catches NYC slip-and-fall scammer red-handed: 'I want to put this guy in jail'

A slip-and-fall scam at a Bronx supermarket was exposed by security footage, leading to the alleged scammer being dropped by his own lawyer.

London

Woman wins 95k settlement after moped collision

Chronic pain has severely impacted Loraine White's quality of life after a moped accident.

Miscellaneous

Girl left scarred by hot meal on Aer Lingus flight to Orlando is awarded 22,500

Scarlet Seery Kearney suffered a burn from a meal incident on a flight, impacting her holiday experience significantly.

fromwww.bbc.com

London

Woman wins 95k settlement after moped collision

Chronic pain has severely impacted Loraine White's quality of life after a moped accident.

Miscellaneous

Girl left scarred by hot meal on Aer Lingus flight to Orlando is awarded 22,500

Scarlet Seery Kearney suffered a burn from a meal incident on a flight, impacting her holiday experience significantly.

more#legal-settlement

Miscellaneous

Airlines paid out thousands of euro in compensation after dozens of passengers sued over food or drink burns

The 2019 EU ruling led to increased personal injury claims against airlines.

Passengers have filed over 100 claims for scalding incidents in the past six years.

Miscellaneous

Exclusive | NYPD officer fractured Bronx man's jaw over double-parked car: complaint

Jaylin Ryan alleges he suffered excessive force and wrongful arrest by NYPD officers leading to serious injuries.

3 months ago

Miscellaneous

Ryanair offer of 25,000 to girl (12) who was scalded on flight to Lourdes rejected by judge

Sienna Darcy suffered significant burns from a hot meal on a Ryanair flight, leading to a substantial damages claim.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Writing

Experience: A firework exploded my groin

Fireworks celebrations in Texas can be more casual than in the UK, but they carry significant risks that can result in injuries.

Law

Trump Judge Facing Allegations He Hosted Underage Drinking Party Resulting In 'Serious And Traumatic' Injuries

Judge Mark C. Scarsi faced a complaint after a party at his home led to underage drinking and a severe assault on a guest.

Miscellaneous

Mother of one of three men killed driving wrong way down N7 while fleeing gardai sues the State

A mother is suing the Garda Commissioner over her son's death in a crash while evading police.

Cars

'Instagram doesn't reflect pain' - Yoga teacher who did headstands while suffering neck pain settles injury claim

Yoga teacher claims Instagram does not show her true pain despite posting photos of headstands during her injury.

fromArs Technica

Privacy professionals

Uber beats crash victims' attempt to try case in court instead of arbitration

A New Jersey court ruled a couple cannot sue Uber due to binding arbitration provisions in the user agreement.

fromFuturism

7 months ago

Science

Woman Run Down by Delivery Robot on College Campus

Delivery robots can cause serious injuries, as evidenced by an incident at Arizona State University where a woman was struck.

The response from the robot company to the injury complaint has been criticized for its lack of empathy.