Since the beginning of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been updating and releasing COVID-19 restrictions in order to protect individuals and organizations against the virus. At the beginning of the global health crisis, many shutdowns and bans were implemented by states, as well as the government, to […]
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Why are Ministries and Churches Tax-Exempt Institutions?
In the United States, there are over 300,000 religious congregations that ascribe to Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhism, and other faiths, according to the Hartford Institute for Religion Research center. All of the 300,000 places of worship fall under the tax-exempt code for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), referred to as 501(c)(3). This code also applies […]
How Common are Traumatic Brain Injuries After Car Accidents?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Americans suffer approximately 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) each year. Falls are the leading cause of these injuries as they cause 35 percent of all TBIs. Car accidents are the second leading cause of TBIs and cause 17 percent of TBIs. TBIs can range […]
How can I Prepare for Daylight Saving Time?
At 2:00 a.m. on the second Sunday in March, most states will set the clocks forward one hour in observance of Daylight Saving Time (DST). With this time shift comes less sleep, darker morning commutes, and more car accidents. A new study reveals that DST causes an increase in fatal car crashes. Researchers at the […]
Do Trucks Need Stricter Safety Laws and Regulations?
Both federal and state laws govern the trucking industry. These regulations provide standards that trucking companies, truck owners, and truck drivers must meet. Federally, the agencies that regulate the truck driving industry include the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). On a state level, each state has a […]
What are the Dangers of Highway Driving?
When the construction of connected roadways first began, the face of American travel and commerce changed. As more roads were built, the easier it became to transport goods across the country. However, such progress increased vehicle accidents, particularly those involving trucks. Highway accidents routinely account for a large percentage of all traffic accidents, injuries, and […]
Why Does a Church Need an Attorney?
Religious institutions of all faiths are generally structured as nonprofit entities and are subject to specific business and accounting standards and responsibilities. Even smaller churches are considered nonprofits because they operate for religious purposes. Any type of religious organization can benefit from legal counsel. While it may seem odd for a church to be involved […]
When is a Trucking Company Liable for an Accident?
According to estimates from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), more than 500,000 truck accidents occur every year. These wrecks cause painful bodily injuries and millions of dollars in property damage, lost wages, and other financial losses. It is not always easy to figure out who is responsible for a truck accident. In some […]
How Does the Claims Process Work After a Truck Accident?
The claims process begins with hiring a lawyer experienced in truck accidents and personal injury. The lawyer will guide victims through the often-complex process involved in filing and litigating a claim. Gathering evidence is one of the primary actions a lawyer will undertake on a victim’s behalf. Good evidence can help prove who caused the […]
What Happens if My Car Accident Injuries Show Up Later?
A car accident victim may assume that if they do not feel pain immediately after the collision, they are not hurt; however, this is not always the case, injuries may take days or even weeks to manifest. Even if a victim does not think they are injured at first, it is important to protect their […]