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Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis, P.A. > Blog Posts (Page 7)
07 December
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What do I do After an 18-Wheeler Accident?

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in 18-Wheeler Accidents, Blog Posts
What do I do After an 18-Wheeler Accident

In the U.S. nearly 68% of deaths involving an 18-wheeler are the occupants of passenger vehicles, while only 15% is that of the occupants in the 18-wheeler. The number of deaths from 18-wheeler accidents is around a staggering 4,000 the amount of injuries due to 18-wheeler wrecks is much higher. Many of us may have never been in a wreck let alone with an 18-wheeler, but with the amount of large trucks on the road you may have one main question. What do I do after an 18-wheeler accident? Involved in an 18-Wheeler Wreck? After being in a wreck with an 18-wheeler...

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23 November
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Injuries During Black Friday Shopping

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury, Premises Liability
Injuries During Black Friday Shopping

Nearly 155 million American’s went Black Friday shopping in 2021, and this year we should expect nothing less. This massive amount crowds tends to a lot of chaos in stores leading to injuries during Black Friday shopping. As one prepares for a night of great deals and long lines it is best that you prepare yourself in order to keep you and your loved ones safe. Avoid Slip & Fall Injuries As millions of people descend on the stores this holiday season its important to be careful and pay attention to your surroundings. While many store employees will be assisting customers and...

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21 November
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ADA Regulations

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in ADA, Blog Posts
ADA Regulations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was established to prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities in several areas, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and access to state and local government programs and services. Our firm has extensive experience with ensuring that the ADA regulations are upheld and maintained. The ADA has set specific regulations for businesses, such as shopping centers, gas stations, etc. to accommodate those with disabilities so they may have equal access and opportunity as those without disabilities. For those without disabilities, it is simple to walk into a store, pick out what it is you want to...

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16 November
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Caterpillar Employee Immediately Incinerated

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, News, Personal Injury, Slip and Fall Accident, Workers Compensation
Caterpillar Employee Immediately Incinerated

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a statement last Wednesday that Caterpillar failed to install proper fall protection into their plant in Mapleton, IL. The incident happened in June of this year when a 39 year old man fell into an 11 foot deep pot that was filled with molten iron that was heated to 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit. As a result of this fall the Caterpillar employee immediately incinerated. A federal investigation into the incident that occurred earlier this year stated that if proper fall protection was in place then the employee might not have died. The reasoning behind OSHA...

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15 November
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What is a Catastrophic Injury

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, Personal Injury
What is a Catastrophic Injury

If you were in a serious car wreck, suffered from a work injury, or any other serious related accident many might consider it a catastrophic injury. Well, you might be wondering, what is a catastrophic injury. It is typically a serious injury that occurs unexpectedly leaving the victim with life-changing and long term affects. Types of Catastrophic Injuries Spinal cord injury Brain injury Head or face injury Nerve Damage Paralysis Neurological damage Burns Amputations While these are some of the major catastrophic injuries there are many others that can occur, leaving you to deal with the pain and suffering long term. There...

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11 November
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What to do After being Hit by a Car on your Bicycle

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Bicycle Accidents, Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents
What to do After being Hit by a Car on your Bicycle

Picture this, you’re riding your bicycle on a peaceful afternoon through your neighborhood and then BAM, something knocks you to the ground. As you come to you are confused and in pain but realize what has just happened, you were hit by a car. Then you start to wonder what to do after being hit by a car on your bicycle. While you may think this could never happen to you and you might be right, but there are over 130,000 people injured in bicycle crashes every year. Of those 130,000 that crash, there are 1,000 people that die every year...

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10 November
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Wreck with an Uninsured Motorist

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Wreck with an Uninsured Motorist

If you are in a wreck with an uninsured motorist, it may leave you wondering who will pay for the damages. Now most states require auto insurance, but what happens if they don’t have it? Nationally, 12.6% of car owners don’t have car insurance and in Mississippi over 29% of car owners don’t have car insurance which is the highest in the country. This number increased over 5% from the previous year. While this large amount of drivers on the road without car insurance is alarming, this is where having uninsured motorist coverage comes in handy. In states like Mississippi, UM/UIM...

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03 November
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Should I get an incident report after a work injury?

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, Giselle Rasberry, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation
Should I get an incident report after a work injury

If you are wondering, should I get an incident report after a work injury? The answer to that question is yes. It is important to report work injuries as soon as possible. Talking with your employer right away helps them get the best idea of what happened. Even if the injury appears minor, it is important to fill out an incident report as proof that your employer was notified. There are many reasons why people choose not to report a workplace injury including: embarrassment, worry about being fired, being unsure if the injury is work-related, and belief that incident reporting is...

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02 November
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Police Report After an Accident

Posted by Chhabra, Gibbs & Gustavis
in Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents
Police Report After an Accident

Obtaining a police report after an accident is crucial. A police report is a vital piece needed when filling a claim with the insurance company as well as with a personal injury attorney for any injuries that you may have sustained. What is a Police Report A police report is created by the responding officer at the scene of the accident. This report includes important information about what happened as to the best of his knowledge. The police report includes: Information of all people involved in the wreck including the vehicles Information of any witnesses to the crash Drawn diagram of the...

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27 October
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How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents on Halloween

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in Blog Posts, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents
How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents on Halloween

Halloween is the deadliest day of the year for pedestrians, especially for children. On Halloween a child is more than twice as likely to be hit by a vehicle than any other day of the year. Here are a few tips of how to avoid pedestrian accidents on Halloween.   Watch for Cars Whether your kids are trick or treating with you or with a group of friends it is important to make sure they are aware of cars while out in the neighborhood. Remind them to always use sidewalks and use crosswalks when available. Wear Proper Costume Before your child heads out...

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