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Can You Sue the Police for Excessive Force?
Posted on November 26th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Police brutality and the use of excessive force has always been a concern for private citizens and for lawmakers. As rising incidences plague our society, many have wondered if anything can be done to stop it. While it seems there may always be a few bad apples, the law seeks to protect ordinary citizens by […]
Can I Afford a Personal Injury Attorney?
Posted on November 21st, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
When trying to determining whether or not you should file a personal injury claim, assessing whether or not it is affordable is usually a major factor. Thankfully, many personal injury attorneys often will not require payment upfront. This is a benefit to many as it can be unrealistic to pay an attorney if one […]
Fleeing the Scene of an Accident
Posted on October 30th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
If you have hit someone with your vehicle, it is normal to feel scared and unsure of what to do. It was a mistake, but you know it could have a big impact on your life. You may even consider fleeing the scene to avoid dealing with the issue. This is the biggest […]
Malicious Prosecution
Posted on October 24th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Have you ever worked somewhere that you enjoyed so much that you literally took your work home? I can’t say that I have, but I’m looking forward to that. Anyone who has ever worked anywhere has at some point taken a little piece of work home, be it a pin from your desk, some scrap […]
School Bus Accidents
Posted on October 20th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
When young children are riding a schoolbus, their parents tend to place full trust in the hands of their child’s bus driver. The bus driver takes them to and from school, on different field trips, to athletic games or even on sightseeing tours. Many parents may have perfectly reasonable fears about their child’s safety. In […]
Autotheft Charges
Posted on October 15th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
America has long had a love affair with the automobile. Cars and trucks are not only a means of travel and conveyance, but they’re also status symbols. Many drivers have a car or truck they’ve always wanted to own – whether it be out of emotional attachment for something their parents once had, or the […]
Recovery Tips in Cases of Nerve Damage
Posted on October 15th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
By Krista Sherinian Nerve damage is one of the most common types of preventable injuries in the United States. There are numerous factors which determine the overall value of a personal injury lawsuit for nerve damage. Below is a list of the most important factors in determining the value of an injury case. In short, […]
How a Personal Injury Settlement Can Affect Taxes
Posted on October 14th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
A personal injury settlement can provide necessary relief following an accident, however, such a an award may affect your taxes. Whether taxes will be affected by a personal injury settlement depends on the size of the award and the types of damages compensated for. There are federal guidelines that govern which parts of a settlement […]
Why Office Workers May Suffer From Upper Back Pain, Too
Posted on September 28th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Upper back pain is a common injury among workers, including office workers. Even though officer workers may not do a lot of physical labor, they can still endure a lot of stress to the muscles throughout the arms, neck and back. Repetitive Stress Injuries Office workers are prone to repetitive stress injuries. These types of […]
Tax Issues Associated with Estate Planning
Posted on September 28th, 2017 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
An estate planning attorney is extremely useful to help you deal with the issues that arise when a family member suddenly passes away or requires intensive medical care. The attorney can provide services to facilitate asset distribution, minimizing tax fees and clarifying the final wishes of the family member. The Internal Revenue Service, or IRS, […]