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Because cars are traveling at low speeds in parking lots, any collision might seem minor. After all, how badly can you be hurt when struck by a car going only 5-10 miles an hour? As it turns out, many people suffer serious injuries in low-speed collisions. Injured occupants often require expensive medical care, which they …
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Tags: burlington car accident lawyers, car accident, Car Accident Attorney, Larson & Gallivan LawPosted by Tristan Larson | Car Accident
Like other states, Vermont has right-of-way rules which allow for traffic to flow in an orderly fashion. These rules come into play at intersections, on the highway, and in parking lots. Unfortunately, too many motorists are in a rush to get to their destination, so rules go out the window. These drivers fail to yield …
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Tags: car accident, Car Accident Attorney, Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont Car Accident LawyersPosted by Tristan Larson | Personal Injury
Filing an insurance claim is a headache. Your case will be assigned to a claims adjuster, who will be your contact. This person will demand information from you. They might also disappear and not respond to phone calls. Larson & Gallivan Law can represent accident victims in an injury claim. We have seen common underhanded …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Personal injury, Personal Injury Law, personal injury lawyerPosted by Larson Gallivan | Truck Accident
In any motor vehicle accident, it is common to assume that one of the drivers involved was at-fault for what happened. This is particularly true when it comes to commercialtruck accidents in Vermont. After all, if an 80,000 pound tractor-trailer jackknifes on I-89 and several passenger vehicles crash into the truck, the first thing you …
Tags: 18-wheeler, Larson & Gallivan Law, truck accident, Vermont truck accident attorneyPosted by niftyadmin | Motorcycle Accident
Amotorcycle accident is often a physically and financially devastating event for the motorcyclist and their family. Obviously, motorcyclists lack the same protections as individuals riding in an enclosed vehicle like a car or truck. Motorcycle operators therefore face a significantly higher risk of death or serious injury in the event of a crash. Vermont is …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, motorcycle accident lawyers, Personal Injury LawPosted by niftyadmin | Workers Comp Benefits
With autumn approaching, weather in Vermont is about to change drastically. Already, overnight temperatures are falling into the 40s, and in a matter of weeks we could see our first frost. With cold weather comes the risk of extreme cold workplace injuries. Call Larson & Gallivan Law if you were injured by frostbite or another …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, vermontworkscomp, workerscompbenefits, workerscompensationlaws, workerscomplawyerPosted by niftyadmin | Car Accident
The head can become injured in a number of ways during a car accident. The nature and severity of the injury will depend on many factors, including the area of the head that made impact or was struck, the force of the crash, and if you were wearing a seat belt at the time. If …
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Tags: Car Accident Attorney, concussions, head injuries, Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont Car Accident LawyersPosted by niftyadmin | Workers Comp Cases
In Vermont, all employers are required to purchase and carryworkers’ compensation insurance. This type of coverage has benefits for both employers and employees. Employees can have the confidence that they will receive the benefits they need for their medical expenses and lost income. Employers can find relief in the fact that workers must go through …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Vermont workers compensation attorney, vermontworkscomp, workerscompbenefits, workerscompclaim, workerscompensationlawsPosted by niftyadmin | Personal Injury
If you have ever seen a television show or movie with a legal aspect, you likely understand that witnesses are a critical part of a trial. You also likely know that witness testimony can add a dramatic layer to the courtroom scene. Being called as a witness, or needing to find witnesses for your accident …
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Tags: Larson & Gallivan Law, Personal injury, vermont personal injury, Vermont personal injury lawyers, witnessPosted by Tristan Larson | Truck Accident
Transport-trailers and 18-wheelers are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles. Due to this, they will cause injuries that are much more extensive when they are involved in a crash. In many truck accidents, the driver of the truck or another party associated with them, such as the company they work for, is liable for …
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