The short answer to that questions is no. There are in some instances where the case is not that complex and an attorney may not be needed, but distinguishing between the cases that need representation and the ones that do not, can be hazy. You don’t want to find yourself…
The National Highway Traffic Safety just slapped an airbag maker with the biggest fine in the agency’s history, $200 million. The defective air bags supplied by Takata have been blamed for seven deaths and nearly 100 injuries in the United States. The defective bags have a potential to explode, sending…
Most people have heard about the McDonald’s spilled coffee case. It was the poster child for what is called tort reform – legislation to cap or limit awards for injuries. What most people don’t know is what occurred in that case. McDonald’s, unlike other fast food companies, served their coffee…
Guns are an important part of life in Idaho. They are used on farms and ranches, for hunting and targets, and home defense. But they are dangerous and must be handled carefully. On November 2, 2015 at a gun show in Garden City, Idaho, a gun accidentally discharged and struck…
The participants of a mediation session typically include representatives for the employee and insurer. You are not required to be represented by an attorney to participate in mediation. Blog Post Provided By: Racine Olson 201 East Center Street Pocatello, Idaho 83201 Phone: (208) 232-6101
Due to increased distracted driving, text messaging while driving was outlawed in Idaho in July, 2012. A person can still text while driving if it is done in the hands-free mode. In addition, a driver can use their cell phone while they are driving if they are simply talking on…
Negligence is a word used to describe the conduct of a defendant. However, conduct alone does not constitute a cause of action. Generally, to establish a cause of action based upon negligence, a plaintiff must establish: A duty recognized by law requiring an actor to conform to certain types of…
Joint and several liability arises in those occasions where there are multiple participants engaged in negligent conduct. If a third person is harmed because of the participants negligent acts, each participant is liable for the harm to the third party because by participating in the negligent act, they induced, encouraged,…
Each worker’s compensation s case is different. Some may settle within a year of the accident and some may end up going to hearing five years later depending on the complexity of the case. This can be very frustrating for the client and even the attorney. Yes even we get…
Each mediation is conducted by a neutral Industrial Commission mediator who has experience in resolving disputes. The mediator oversees the meeting but does not give advice to the participants. Idaho Industrial Commission