Jocelyn Mackie, J.D.

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Jocelyn Mackie is a former civil litigator with content published on Findlaw, LifeHacker, and Marketwatch. She became a legal content writer to demystify the law and support informed decision-making by consumers. Jocelyn graduated from Lewis and Clark Law School in Portland, Oregon, and enjoys dutifully serving her cats and horses.

8 months ago

Best Car Accident Lawyers Boston, MA Of 2024

Boston has a long list of firsts, including the first Dunkin Donuts and first national park. But it, unfortunately, has a high car accident rate, too. After 26 traffic fatalities in 2022, Boston now focuses on "Vision Zero" policies to...
9 months ago

Best Personal Injury Lawyers Boston, MA Of 2024

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, with a vital role in our nation's founding. But despite its sophistication and old-world charm, it has modern problems. Congested traffic, icy weather and old, crumbling sidewalks can lead to...
11 months ago

Utah Car Accident Laws Of 2024

According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, there were 61,045 car crashes in 2021. These accidents caused 332 deaths and 26,437 injuries. It is a reminder that car accidents are often beyond inconvenient and become devastating and deadly. Utah’s...
11 months ago

Best Car Accident Lawyers Seattle, WA (2024)

The I-5 corridor and consistent traffic jams make Seattle, WA a hotspot for car accidents. In 2022, there were 8,394 crashes with 37 deaths. If you become a victim of this unfortunate trend, there are many dedicated and talented lawyers...
12 months ago

Best Personal Injury Lawyers Charlotte, NC (2024)

Charlotte is the most populous city in North Carolina and is known for its museums, sports teams and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. It's a great place to explore, but there is always the risk of an accident, whether a...
12 months ago

Best Personal Injury Lawyers Seattle, WA (2024)

The Emerald City is known for its striking skyline, courtesy of the Space Needle, and excellent views of the Puget Sound. But like other cities, it also has its fair share of accidents. Large accidents like the South Lake Union...
1 year ago

Best Personal Injury Lawyers Phoenix, AZ 2024

Phoenix is a sprawling metropolis with warm weather year-round. Your plans in the Valley of the Sun likely include golf and resorts, not injuries arising from another person’s negligence. Whether you fall victim to a defective product or slip and...
1 year ago

Best Car Accident Lawyers Chicago, IL (2024)

Chicago is the third-largest U.S. city with fascinating features like an underground pedestrian system and 26 miles of lakefront property. But, unfortunately, it has its fair share of car accidents too. The Chicago Department of Transportation warned of a 14...
1 year ago

Best Phoenix, AZ Car Accident Lawyers (2024)

Phoenix is the seat of Maricopa County, which unfortunately takes the crown for car accidents in Arizona. Maricopa County had 86,687 car crashes in 2021, resulting in 35,488 people injured and 594 dead. This crash rate accounts for 71 percent...
1 year ago

What Is Willful Negligence? Definition & Examples

Negligence is the primary legal theory in personal injury cases, but it doesn’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach. There are different degrees of negligence. While most cases involve ordinary negligence, the most egregious may amount to willful negligence. This guide addresses...
1 year ago

What Is A Separation Agreement & How Does It Work?

Separation is a different status from divorce or marriage. Some states require a separation or waiting period of 10 to 180 days before finalizing a divorce. Other people may choose separation to see if they can live apart or if...
1 year ago

Prescription Opioid Lawsuit Guide (2024)

The FDA approved the opioid drug OxyContin (oxycodone) in 1995, and it entered the market in 1996 with high expectations and heavy sales campaigns. OxyContin sales reached $1 billion in a mere few years. This earned the Sackler family, the...
1 year ago

How To Sue A Hospital (2024 Guide)

A hospital stay is stressful enough without having to worry about whether you’ll receive the correct treatment. Unfortunately, 21% of American patients report errors in their medical treatment, including hospital care. According to a Johns Hopkins study, medical errors are...
1 year ago

Birth Injury Lawsuit Guide 2024

Birth injuries refer to conditions sustained by babies before, during, and after delivery. In 2014, birth injuries occurred in 31.1 per 1,000 hospital births. While some birth injuries are unavoidable tragedies, many happen due to medical malpractice or errors.