Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Vermont
Key Takeaways: Nursing home abuse can cause your loved one serious physical injuries, and even death. Abuse can take on several forms, and neglect is a common form of nursing home abuse. Since your loved one may not be able to tell you what is happening, it is up to you as a family to […]
How Long Do You Have to File a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Vermont?
Key Takeaways A person considering a medical malpractice claim in Vermont must act before the statute of limitations closes the case entirely. Vermont law sets more than one deadline, and the deadline that applies depends on when the injury happened and when it was discovered. Missing any of these dates can end a valid claim. […]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim in Vermont?
Key Takeaways: When someone dies because of another person’s wrongful act or neglect, Vermont law may permit a wrongful death action. However, surviving family members typically do not bring the lawsuit directly. Instead, Vermont requires the deceased person’s personal representative to file the action, with qualifying compensation ultimately benefiting the spouse and next of kin. […]
Who Is Liable After a Truck Accident on I-91 in Vermont?
Key Takeaways: Our Vermont truck accident lawyers at Kramer Law, P.C. help injured drivers, passengers, and families understand who is liable in a truck accident on I-91, Route 9, or other Vermont highways. An I-91 truck accident Vermont claim may involve a tractor-trailer, delivery truck, logging truck, box truck, tanker, dump truck, or out-of-state commercial […]
What Happens if You Were Partly at Fault for an Accident in Vermont?
Key Takeaways: Being partly at fault for a Vermont car accident does not automatically prevent you from recovering compensation. Under state law, you can still collect damages as long as your share of fault is 50% or less, though your award will be reduced by that percentage. What Is Vermont’s “Modified Comparative Negligence” Rule? Vermont […]
What Should Patients Know About Medical Malpractice and Brain Injuries in Vermont?
Key Takeaways Brain injuries may be caused by trauma, lack of oxygen, stroke, infection, surgical mistakes, or delayed treatment. Medical records, imaging, specialist opinions, and timelines can be important. Vermont has deadlines for filing medical malpractice claims. The Brattleboro medical malpractice lawyers at Kramer Law, P.C., can help injured patients understand their rights after a […]
Why Nighttime Car Accidents Often Lead to Severe Injuries
Nighttime car accidents often lead to severe injuries because drivers have less time to react to hazards, headlights only illuminate a limited stretch of road, and drowsy or impaired driving is more common after dark. Reduced visibility means crashes tend to happen at higher speeds and with less warning, which increases the force of impact […]
Car Accident Cases We Have Handled: What Brattleboro Residents Should Know
Kramer Law, P.C. has represented injured victims in car accident cases since 1994. If you were hurt in a crash in Brattleboro or anywhere in Windham County, a Brattleboro car accident lawyer from Kramer Law, P.C. can review your case, explain your legal options, and pursue the compensation you deserve. When you speak with our […]
Can You Sue a Physical Therapist for Medical Malpractice?
Key Takeaways • Physical therapists may be sued for malpractice when negligent care causes injury. • A poor result does not automatically mean malpractice. • Evidence may include medical records, therapy notes, doctor instructions, imaging, and witness statements. • Vermont medical malpractice cases may require a certificate of merit. The Brattleboro medical malpractice lawyers at […]
What Are the Causes of Elderly Car Accidents and How to Prevent Them?
Elderly drivers face a higher risk of car accidents because aging affects vision, reaction time, physical strength, and cognitive function. While many older adults drive safely well into their later years, awareness of these risk factors, combined with regular medical checkups and vehicle safety features, can significantly reduce the chances of a serious crash. What […]