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What Are the Different Forms of Sexual Abuse?

Published on April 23, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Sexual Abuse Cases

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are millions of individuals subjected to sexual violence each year in the U.S. Data compiled by the non-profit Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) suggests that at least 463,634 of those annual victims belong to the 12 and older age group. While the […]

The Role of Race and Gender in Police Brutality

Published on April 16, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Police Brutality

Predictive or racial profiling for traffic, stop and frisk, and other types of policing have been strategies used by police as proposed “crime deterrents” for decades. However, in recent years, there have been an increasing number of cases of law enforcement officers taking advantage of their position of trust to do more than conduct illegal […]

What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Published on April 9, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Slips and Falls

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, from grocery stores to office buildings, and they often leave victims shaken and uncertain about what steps to take next. Whether you slipped on a wet floor or tripped over an uneven surface, knowing what to do in the aftermath is crucial for your health, safety, and legal […]

Paris Hilton Mentions Miracle Meadows Case in Jamaica Speech

Published on April 8, 2024, by Forbes Law | Firm News

Late last week, celebrity turned child abuse advocate Paris Hilton made a speech in Treasure Beach, Jamaica. She was in the island nation at the invitation of eight American boys who had been recently rescued from Atlantis Leadership Academy, one of many schools worldwide that she contends belongs to the “troubled teen industry.” In her […]

What’s the Average Settlement for a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury?

Published on March 20, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Traumatic Brain Injuries

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI) is a common occurrence, often overlooked or underestimated. It can result from various incidents, such as falls, car accidents, or sports injuries. Despite its classification as “mild,” any type of traumatic brain injury can be a life-altering event, and the impact on one’s future and finances can be significant. In […]

What Are the Most Common Causes of Failure To Diagnose?

Published on February 20, 2024, by Forbes Law Offices | Medical Malpractice

Each year, far too many patients are left to suffer from debilitating pain and mental anguish as their doctors struggle to diagnose what ails them. In some cases, it takes so long to get a diagnosis that patients experience significant declines in their health or die waiting for answers. As for the latter, according to […]

Is It Safe To Pass a Tractor-Trailer on the Right?

Published on February 13, 2024, by Forbes Law | Truck Accidents

When we go through a driver’s education class to receive our driver’s license, we learn that the general rule of thumb for all drivers is to pass other vehicles on the left side. The reasoning is twofold: the left lane is intended for faster traffic, while the right lane is for slower traffic. Additionally, the […]