PTSD

PTSD Caused By a Dog Attack

by Demas Law Group on 5/6/2013

When you hear the words “post-traumatic stress disorder,” what comes to mind? Possibly you think of war veterans who “flash back” to stressful combat situations without warning. You might think of a car accident victim who...more

Court Affirms that Emotional Distress Claims Cannot Arise from Post-Accident Conduct

by Brett Buckwalter | Niles, Barton & Wilmer, LLP on 4/30/2013

Traditionally, personal injury claims have generally consisted of a plaintiff seeking damages for expenses and “pain and suffering” relating to physical injuries sustained as a result of an accident. Emotional distress is an...more

Veterans' Issues and How They May Impact Your Practice [Video]

by Lawline.com on 4/10/2013

Whether you're focusing your practice on tax preparation; family law; personal injury; disability; criminal law or general litigation, you're likely to encounter a situation where your client is a veteran. Don't be alarmed,...more

For Love of Country: Veterans and Benefits for PTSD

by Trecker & Fritz on 4/5/2013

The widespread deployment of U.S. military personnel since the September 2001 terrorist attacks has resulted in a growing epidemic of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among those returning home from war abroad....more

Illinois Crime Victims Bill Of Rights

by Howard Ankin on 4/2/2013

New laws require police officials in many capacities to receive additional education. First, The Illinois Police Training Act has been amended this year to include specific education for police trainees to recognize the signs...more

Trial Attorney Tax Summary for Taxation of Settlements and Damages – Part 6: Damages for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

by Gerald Nowotny on 3/15/2013

Overview - This article is designed to outline the tax treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) damages for plaintiffs. PTSD has become a household illness particularly among our soldiers returning from Iraq...more

Veteran Awarded Millions When VA Gives Wrong PTSD Meds

by Sylvia Hsieh | Lawyers.com on 1/24/2013

A Marine sergeant who developed post-traumatic stress disorder after some harrowing experiences in Iraq won $3.7 million in his lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for not treating his illness properly and...more

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PTSD Caused By a Dog Attack

Court Affirms that Emotional Distress Claims Cannot Arise from Post-Accident Conduct

Veterans' Issues and How They May Impact Your Practice [Video]

For Love of Country: Veterans and Benefits for PTSD

Illinois Crime Victims Bill Of Rights

Trial Attorney Tax Summary for Taxation of Settlements and Damages – Part 6: Damages for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Veteran Awarded Millions When VA Gives Wrong PTSD Meds

Veterans' Issues and How They May Impact Your Practice [Video]

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