When you’re trying to determine whether you should file a personal injury lawsuit, it’s important to consider anything you did that may have contributed to the injury. The other party may use this information as a reason to fight your claim.
It’s very important to define your goals for a personal injury lawsuit at the beginning. Since settlement offers are likely to be made, you may have to choose between the offer and having your day in court.
Don’t be shy to ask a personal injury attorney questions about money and other issues before deciding if you will hire them. It’s important to know what percentage of any settlement you receive that attorney will charge. Experts say you should expect a personal injury attorney to charge between 25 and 40 percent.
What happens if you were hurt in a car accident that was caused by another driver, but that motorist lies and says the wreck was your fault? If there are not witnesses or other evidence, most insurance companies will require that both parties pay for their own injuries and damage.
The value of having a good attorney can’t be over stated when you have been seriously injured. Filing suit is a process that most people have never gone through, but an attorney knows the process and how to make your claim most successfully on your behalf.
A commonly asked question about personal injury cases is what type of compensation you will be entitled to. Full compensation might include payment of medical bills, pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of ability to enjoy life, lost wages, and diminished earning capacity.
After a physical altercation, determining who was at fault may not be a straightforward task. If you were simply defending yourself and sustained substantial injuries, we may be able to help you get the financial compensation you deserve.
According to the CDC, 4,280 pedestrians died as a result of traffic accidents in 2010. Seniors accounted for 19% of pedestrian deaths in that same year. Knowing the rights you are afforded as a pedestrian is a key element in determining your case.
It's common after being involved in an accident that the other party may want to handle matters without involving attorneys. We can explain why this is not a good idea. Remember, without a ticket or police report to document what happened, it can be your word against the other party.
If a police officer asks if you want to be taken to the hospital, it's always smart to say yes. Adrenaline created by the frantic aftermath of an accident can mask pain, and it's never a good thing to have a police report conclude you were not injured because you did not seek medical attention.
The incident walking surface can be measured in a slip & fall case to determine if it is within the accepted level of slip resistance threshold. Specialized instruments are available that measure floor slip resistance testing.
One important tip after a personal injury is to always answer any questions asked by police or doctors as honestly as possible. The truth is easy to defend. But different answers to questions about what happened and how you feel can make it look like you are not honest and perhaps exaggerating your injuries.
Your accident has caused you to have considerable pain and maybe even cost your job- or at least considerable income due to the time it took to recover. You deserve to be made whole again- and an attorney is the best way to help make that happen.
In virtually all cases, it's worthwhile to bring us aboard to ensure you are fully compensated. Do you know how to present claims for lost wages and pain and suffering? Generally speaking, you only have one chance to receive a fair settlement in a personal injury case.
It’s important to remember that being in a serious accident can mean you’ll need serious and ongoing treatment to recover. Instead of agreeing to whatever settlement the insurance company offers, it’s often better to consult with an attorney who understands what your future medical expenses will be like.
Even if you feel fine after an accident, it’s very important to seek medical help anyway. In some cases, you won’t begin to feel the full impact of your injuries for months or even years after the accident.
Damages refer to the monetary compensation or indemnity that was caused by wrong doing or injury caused by the violation of legal right. Punitive damages are monetary compensation. Exemplary damages are a monetary award by way of punishment for injury caused.
Whenever something goes wrong during a medical procedure, there are times when it’s no one’s fault. In the instances where your doctor or surgeon made a mistake, you deserve to be compensated for your injuries, both physical and mental.
Even when you’re dealing with a polite government worker, there are still times when it can be difficult to understand that information they’re providing. Let us help you put things in more understandable terms for you.
Statistically, persons hiring and using a social security attorney have a better chance for success. Numerous claimants need a social security insurance lawyer or a social security disability insurance lawyer for reasons above and beyond increasing their chances for success.
Do you ever worry that you’ll never be able to file for social security disability benefits because you don’t feel well enough to start the application process? When you’re too sick to stay on top of things yourself, we’re always ready to take over.
Are you wondering if you should tell your doctor that you are filing for disability? The answer is yes. Be up front and let them know that you are filing for Social Security disability benefits. If they are supportive, then that will help your case.
Important factors that will determine if you are eligible for Disability benefits include: your age, education, past work history, your physical or mental issues, as well as your medical treatment. Gathering all of the evidence, and having doctor’s reports will help you build your case.
Did you know that almost all long-term disability lawyers work on contingency? This means that you won't have to come up with a retainer or other initial payment up front. Your attorney will be paid a percentage of the back benefits you're awarded if you win your case.
