Posts by Alexander D. Napolin, Esq.
Who is Responsible for Your Bills After a Ridesharing Accident?
Who is Responsible for Your Bills After a Ridesharing Accident – More and more people are using ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft to get around. These services are a cheap and easy way to travel, but sometimes accidents happen. If an accident happens, people want to know who will pay for their bills. It…
Read More...Experienced Rideshare Accident Wrongful Death Uber Lyft Claims Attorneys
Rideshare accidents can be devastating, and when they result in a wrongful death, the consequences can be even more devastating. If you have lost a loved one in a rideshare accident, it’s essential to speak with an experienced rideshare accident wrongful death claims attorney. In this article, we will discuss why it’s important to hire…
Read More...The Differences Between Employee and Independent Contractor in California
In a recent class-action lawsuit, Uber agreed to pay out 8.4 million to drivers in California who were hired as independent contractors instead of employees. This case is important because it highlights the difference between these two classifications, and how they are treated under the law. For Uber drivers, this can be an important distinction…
Read More...The Americans with Disabilities Act: What It Covers and Why It Matters
The Americans with Disabilities Act: What It Covers and Why It Matters The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a very important piece of legislation that exists to protect individuals with disabilities against discrimination. While this discrimination can be active, like an employer refusing to hire someone based on their disability, it can also occur…
Read More...The PACT Act: Veterans Benefits for Burn Pit Exposure
The PACT Act is a recently passed piece of legislation designed to help veterans who have been exposed to burn pits and other harmful materials. These veterans often suffer from a host of illnesses and conditions, all of which are considered to be presumptive (meaning the illness is assumed to have come from the exposure).…
Read More...The Big 13 Signs You Need to Call A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
The Big 13 Signs – You Need to Call A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Some of the signs below happen before the claim is ever denied. Others happen with accepted claims. Read this blog article to learn all the signs that you need to call a workers’ compensation lawyer for help with your claim. By identifying…
Read More...The Ultimate Qualified Medical Evaluation FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
So you are hurt at work and soon thereafter a packet of papers from the insurance adjuster arrives in the mail. It’s a bunch of paperwork that you don’t understand including information about obtaining a Qualified Medical Evaluation (QME). You could call the adjuster and ask about it. But then you remember that the adjuster…
Read More...Workers Compensation and Working From Home: What You Need to Know
Workers Compensation Working From Home – The COVID-19 pandemic forced many people to work from home. This is a great opportunity for workers, but also comes with risks. If you are injured while working from home, is worker’s compensation available to help? In this blog post, we will answer that question and give you some…
Read More...Working in a Warehouse? You’re More Likely to Get Injured Than the Average Worker [2023]
Working in a Warehouse? You’re More Likely to Get Injured Than the Average Worker If you work in a warehouse, you’re more likely to get injured on the job than the average worker. That’s according to statistics from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). In fact, Amazon warehousing jobs are more dangerous than the…
Read More...The Risks of Being a Victim of Driver Negligence as a Homeless Person [2022]
Driver negligence is a serious legal issue that can have devastating consequences for homeless people. Most people overlook the risks of being a victim of driver negligence as a homeless person. Statistics show that homeless people are hit by drivers far more often than people in other demographics. This is because homeless people tend to…
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