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What Is a Contingency Fee?

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When you are injured in an accident caused by another’s negligence, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for damages and medical expenses. However, when you seek to claim your compensation, there is always a risk involved. Hiring a knowledgeable law firm to help guide you and stand with you throughout the legal process can […]

Top 5 Mechanical Errors Related to Car Accidents

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As you get into your car, your mind might be preoccupied. “What am I eating for dinner?” “What will I watch tonight?” “I need to hurry and make this appointment.” We might not even be thinking about the car we are driving. We rely on our cars to safely transport us from point A to […]

Quick Trip to Grocery Store Could Mean Injury

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Grocery stores are a lifeline for the United States. We rely on them to get the essentials such as food, water, toilet paper, paper towels, and medicine. However, when we enter a grocery store, we do not often think about the potential of accidents that could happen in the aisleways and within our own hands. […]

Most Common Workplace Injuries

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Work injuries can happen within any occupation. The physical strain, potentially dangerous work environment, and pressure to work faster can result in accidents that leave one or more individuals seriously injured. The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report in 2015 that listed the following occupations as having the highest numbers of injuries in 2018: […]

Wrongful Death Claim vs Survival Action

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Unexpectedly losing a loved one is devastating. This holds especially true when your loved one passed away due to the recklessness or negligence of another individual. While there is no way to bring your loved one back, there are ways to ensure that justice is served for them. There are two options for getting justice: […]

Concussion After Sports Injury: A High Price To Pay

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Sports are a natural part of many people’s lives. Whether it is a part of their extracurricular activities at school, a regular recreational activity with friends, or a weekly watch party to cheer on their favorite teams, sports captivate the hearts and imagination of our nation. As a result, sports injuries are increasingly common. As […]

How to Use Pictures as Evidence in Your Slip and Fall Case

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People say that a picture is worth a thousand words, which is especially true in a slip-and-fall case. While most personal injury cases can be decisive (ie, car accidents), it can be harder to prove that another’s negligence caused your slip-and-fall injuries. How do you prove that you wouldn’t have slipped on that spill if […]

COVID-19 Update

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As we continue to monitor news and information surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), our highest priority remains supporting our staff, clients, and community. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are taking additional precautions to keep our staff, clients and community safe. Hernandez Law Group has enabled 100% […]

Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Accident

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Car accidents can happen anywhere and to anyone. When you are in an accident involving an uninsured or underinsured driver, you may be scrambling trying to figure out your options to cover damages for your car and medical expenses for any injuries you sustained. Here are a few options available to drivers who were involved […]

Intoxication Assault in Car Accidents

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Drinking and driving is a dangerous decision. Alcohol slows down an individual’s reflexes, affects an individual’s reasoning, and inhibits an individual’s ability to focus. When someone decides to drive home after drinking, they are not only putting their own lives at risk but the lives of others on the road. If they were to get […]