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Maintaining roads and bridges is a demanding job. In the northeastern United States, temperature fluctuations, snow, salt, and damage from use of snow ploughs all add to normal wear and tear to roads. Construction zones are continuously being set up to repair and/or replace sections of roadways and/or bridges. Despite best efforts, sometimes it is […]
It is not easy to stay level-headed after an accident, especially when there are injuries and property damage. Some people may feel compelled to exit their vehicles and angrily confront the other drivers, but this can be counterproductive, as well as dangerous. The safer option is to call 911 right away, and to take a […]
It can be extremely difficult to remain calm after a collision, yet having a clear head can make dealing with the fallout much easier. Traumatic events like these can cause significant injuries and damages, and being able to follow certain steps will set the stage for a faster, easier recovery. Since it can be hard […]
A majority of personal injury cases are settled before they go to trial, but if your case does go to trial, your attorney’s relationship with the judge can come to bear on the outcome. How well your attorney knows and understands the judge and his or her inclinations, preferences and approaches can have an impact […]
When a personal injury case goes to trial, selecting the right expert witnesses can be one of the most important decisions that your attorney makes. Expert witness testimony is a crucial part of litigation strategy that can mean the difference between a successful case and one that results in disappointment or dismissal. It is also […]
When you’ve been injured, whether at work, in an auto accident or at the hands of a medical professional, your primary concern is your health and well-being. Sometimes, the path to recovery can depend in large part on a settlement you may receive that helps fund your treatment or compensate you for lost wages as […]
If you’ve heard anything about bringing a legal case to trial, it’s probably related to the high cost of doing so. And you’re probably thinking about attorneys’ fees. But in a personal injury case, attorneys typically work on contingency, which means that they get paid only if and when you obtain a settlement. They also […]
If you’ve experienced an injury at work or at the hands of a medical professional, if you’re involved in a criminal trial or in a worker’s compensation case, then not just any attorney will do. There are instances when a certified civil trial attorney is vital, and for good reason. Certified civil trial attorneys are […]
ERISA, short for The Employees Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, is a series of federal laws that sets minimum standards for retirement, health, disability and other benefits plans. The laws do not require employers to provide employees with benefits plans, or even offer a minimum set of benefits, but it does regulate the operation […]
The law firm of Mikita & Roccanova is pleased to announce that William P. Mikita has been selected to the 2017 Super Lawyers list issued by Thompson Reuters, for his third consecutive year in the area of Personal Injury. You may have seen the Super Lawyer designation in a number of places and on any […]
