Stephen recently spoke at the annual national convention of the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA) and the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC), where he addressed an increasingly important topic in the legal profession: the ethical and practical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in mediation. Artificial intelligence has taken the world by storm, and the...
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Insurance plays a significant role in personal injury cases. After an accident, many people think the insurance company will cover everything. But insurance companies are businesses, and they often try to pay as little as possible. Knowing how insurance works can help you make smarter choices during your claim. When you are hurt, you may...
We live in a world where cameras are everywhere. They are on phones, in stores, in parking lots, and along busy roads. As a result, people capture many accidents on video, even when they don’t expect to. Video recordings can help show what really happened if you are injured in a car accident, slip-and-fall, or...
Today, almost everyone sends text messages. We text friends, family, and coworkers without thinking twice. But many people don’t realize that a simple text can later be used as evidence in court. It’s important to understand how your messages might affect you and what you can do to protect yourself. Texts Can Be Used as...
Even if you don’t ride one often, buses are a big part of travel in the Tri-State Area. School buses, shuttle buses, and charter buses are just a few of the types you might encounter while driving, walking, or biking. Sadly, bus accidents happen in lots of different ways. For instance, a bus might be...
Emergency room doctors have front-row seats to life’s worst moments. They treat injuries every day that could have been avoided with just a few small precautions. In a recent New York Times article, “6 Things E.R. Doctors Wish You’d Avoid,” physicians shared some habits and risks they want people to think twice about: 1. Be...
Slip-and-fall accidents happen more often than you might think. A simple slip can lead to broken bones, back injuries, or even head trauma. On top of the pain, you may face big medical bills and lost time at work. When unsafe conditions cause a fall, the law may allow you to recover costs for your...
We are proud to share some wonderful news about one of our own at Skinner Accident & Injury Lawyers. Elon University’s School of Law has chosen Attorney Alix Hazel to serve on its Advisory Board. This is an incredible honor, and we could not be more excited for her. Alix has always been a person...