Parrish DeVaughn Blog

Getting out on a boat is often associated with leisure time and relaxation, but it’s not something that should be taken lightly. When they’re not operated safely, boats can be extremely dangerous to the people driving them, their passengers, and others on the water. And when boaters cause accidents that injure others, they can be […]

Because many nursing home residents are elderly and have health problems, nursing homes often have on-site medical facilities staffed with nurses and doctors. While these healthcare professionals make a big difference in residents’ lives and overall well-being, they can also make mistakes that cause residents to suffer serious injuries and illnesses. When residents are harmed […]

Nursing home residents are vulnerable to many types of abuse, including physical, sexual, financial, and emotional abuse. All of these types of abuse make residents potentially eligible for compensation through nursing home abuse claims, but first, they and their loved ones must prove that the abuse occurred. Physical and sexual abuse can often be proven […]

Even the most well-equipped motorcyclists are likely to suffer injuries if they crash. In many cases, motorcycle crash injuries are immediately noticeable. The loss of a finger, a compound fracture, or a spinal cord injury are obvious injuries that require immediate medical attention. But sometimes, riders suffer injuries that aren’t immediately noticeable due to shock […]

After an injury that wasn’t your fault, it’s possible (although not recommended) to try and get compensation on your own, whether it’s through your insurance company or the at-fault party’s insurer. However, there’s a good chance the insurance company won’t pay you the money you’re owed. At that point, your next step is filing a […]

When most people take their vehicles to mechanics or repair shops, their biggest worry is how much it will cost them. But for some people, the cost of the repair bill pales in comparison to the cost of the medical bills and lost wages they incur due to crashes caused by failed or negligent repairs. […]

When people get injured in stores and other places of business, they often rely on either security footage or witness statements from workers, supervisors, or customers to confirm their injuries happened when and where they say they did. However, some on-the-job injuries occur in areas or workplaces where there are no cameras and where no […]

If you were hurt in an accident that wasn’t your fault, you may hire a personal injury lawyer, and after back-and-forth negotiation with the at-fault party and their insurance company through your lawyer, end up with a settlement offer on the table. The offer may seem fair, but how do you know if it’s enough […]

One of the best parts of owning motorcycle is getting to share your passion for the hobby with other riders both off and on the road. However, riding with other motorcyclists can create new dangers. While the saying “there’s strength in numbers” is true for some aspects of riding, it’s important to also be aware […]

Jackknife truck accidents are among the most dangerous and disruptive of all crashes. These types of crashes involve semi-truck trailers swinging too far out to the side and even into the cabs that are hauling them, folding in on themselves at a 90-degree angle in the process.  When a semi-truck jackknifes, it can damage multiple […]