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A woman from Illinois, Danielle Harbison, died of acute alcohol toxicity while being held in a Sarpy County jail cell.  In a case involving 4 years of litigation, the Sarpy County Board of Commissioners delivered a unanimous vote that approved the $800,000 settlement. Frank Younes, a partner at the law firm High & Younes LLC [...]

Accidents can occur at any time and affect anyone. While the actual event can be devastating, the aftermath of the accident can be overwhelming. For some victims, these accidents have life-altering consequences such as disabilities. Fortunately, the law in Nebraska provides victims the opportunity to hold those responsible for their damages accountable. Below, we take [...]

Going to work can be mundane. That is until an accident occurs. Then our lives are turned upside down. For some workplace accidents can result in injuries with life-altering consequences. Neck injuries are a common workplace injury. They range from mild to severe injuries with life-altering consequences. Below, we take a look at causes of [...]

The State of Iowa is landlocked. This means it’s heavily dependent on its roadways and highways for transportation of goods as well as travel. Iowa is viewed as primarily a farming state. However, agriculture is only a small portion of the state’s economy. Sectors such as manufacturing and biotechnology now contribute substantially to the state’s [...]

Being injured in an accident is a devastating experience. While some injuries heal within weeks or months, the effects of others can be life-changing. These types of injuries are considered catastrophic injuries. While cases involving catastrophic injuries are similar to other workers’ compensation claims, there are some significant differences. Pursuing compensation for a catastrophic injury [...]