Paula Wyatt, Author at Wyatt Law Firm, PLLC

How Long After a Car Accident Can You Claim Injury?

Posted on June 7, 2023June 2, 2023

All it takes is one wrong decision to take a life or cause a catastrophic injury. Yet, American drivers don’t seem to learn. After a car accident, nothing is more crucial than the rights of injured parties and their family members. The devastation that injury victims face is often unscalable. Still, attorneys can ensure they […]

When to Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident?

Posted on June 5, 2023June 2, 2023

A car accident can cause incredible stress if you or a loved one suffer injuries or vehicle damage. One of the most important decisions, if not the single most important one, you will have to make after a car accident is whether to hire an attorney. Always discuss any car accident with an experienced car […]

Common Construction Site Injuries a Lawyer Can Help With

Posted on June 2, 2023June 2, 2023

Construction is a dangerous industry for workers. Even people who don’t work in the industry or on the job site can risk injuries around construction sites. If you or someone you love recently experienced a severe or fatal injury on a construction site, call a seasoned construction accident attorney who can help. How Long Do […]

Untangling a three-truck collision

Posted on May 29, 2023June 2, 2023

Unfortunately, a single driver’s actions create a chain reaction in many three-truck accidents. Trucks are colossal vehicles compared to others on the road, and each truck driver should know there is zero room for error. One slight miscalculation or mistake can cause a sizable accident, especially if other big rigs are in the vicinity. Causes […]

Catastrophic Injuries in Truck Accidents

Posted on May 26, 2023June 2, 2023

Catastrophic injuries occur without warning, leaving those that suffer them and their families with the heartache and chaos that ensues. The last thing victims and their families need to consider at such a devastating time is how they will pay their bills. Even worse, they may feel pressure from insurance companies to settle their case […]

How common is fatigued truck driving?

Posted on May 24, 2023June 2, 2023

Driving is a mentally and physically demanding task, especially for those behind the wheel of a big rig. Safe drivers focus their attention on the road. However, if a driver is drowsy or fatigued, operating a vehicle in traffic safely and effectively becomes much more difficult. Their reaction times decrease, as do their mental processing […]

Tired truckers are dangerous drivers

Posted on May 22, 2023June 2, 2023

Commercial trucks are a necessary part of our economy. These trucks travel the entire nation delivering essential goods, but they also pose a severe risk to all other drivers on the road. This is because a semi-truck crash can result in devastating injuries and fatalities to other motorists. While victims may seek compensation from negligent […]

What Happens After a Fall on a Construction Site?

Posted on April 28, 2023May 22, 2023

Working is a necessary, though sometimes unpleasant, part of life. While we can’t always be guaranteed a high-paying, fulfilling, and enjoyable job, everyone deserves certain rights at work. These include fair treatment, sufficient breaks, and a safe working environment. Yet many fields are inherently hazardous to work in. Transportation, logging, and metalworking are a few […]

What Can I Expect From A Personal Injury Claim?

Posted on April 26, 2023May 30, 2023

In the United States, thousands of people suffer an injury in various accidents daily. These include construction accidents, workplace accidents, slip and fall accidents, and car accidents. One recent year saw nearly five million medically consulted injuries from automobile accidents alone. Given that millions more will suffer injuries from other accidents, you can see how […]

What Are the Most Common Causes of Construction Accidents

Posted on April 24, 2023May 17, 2023

The construction industry is one of the most physically demanding and hazardous fields. This fact will likely come as no surprise to most people. Yet many might be alarmed to learn the reality of just how dangerous construction sites can be and the prevalence of work-related injuries and deaths. These can range from broken bones […]