According to the FDA, medication errors account for one death per day and nearly 1.3 million injuries in a year. Make sure to check with your pharmacist when the appearance of your recurring prescription changes. It may be a change in vendor or could be a fatal mistake.
Reduced stress may be one of the most significant benefits of having a personal injury attorney in the event of a serious accident. The attorney handles all of the investigation and legwork while you focus on medical appointments, rehabilitation and recovery.
In a one-year period ending in 2010, the average cost for a dog bite personal injury claim increased by 5.3 percent to $26,166, according to the Insurance Information Institute.
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.
Do you have a loved one who was killed in an accident? The law gives family members a legal remedy against the party at fault. It's called a wrongful death claim and we can explain how it works.
Having trouble getting all of your bills paid by the insurance company after an accident? Fortunately, a personal injury attorney can help. They’re used to dealing with insurance companies and know what to do to get the highest possible settlement.
What would you do if a representative of the other driver’s insurance company denied that you were injured – despite your medical bills? That’s just one of the examples why it’s crucial to hire a personal injury attorney if you are hurt in an accident.
If you have been injured and have been contacted by the other party’s insurance company, refrain from making any statement until you have consulted with an attorney licensed in this field. We can guide you as to your rights.
“Strict liability” is a legal theory in which liability is imposed for specific injuries, regardless of fault (or wrong doing). Strict liability works by shifting the burden of proof on the defendant, forcing him or her to prove that he or she is not liable for the injury.
Immediately following a car accident, don’t delay in hiring a personal injury attorney. We can help you sort everything out and take the actions you need to ensure you get the settlement you deserve.
Have you been contacted by an insurance company or an investigator in regards to your injury? It’s recommended that until you have consulted with an attorney, you do not discuss your injury or the way in which it happened with anyone else.
We recognize that not everyone is used to reading legal jargon in their everyday lives. Let’s talk about the paperwork you’ve received from the insurance company and what really needs to happen in order for you to get the compensation you deserve.
There are a lot of symptoms that can help you tell if you have a brain injury, which can be difficult to identify because it doesn’t show on the outside. The symptoms include dizziness, headaches, amnesia, mood changes and impaired thinking.
If you were injured tomorrow in your local supermarket, would you have any idea how much a fair settlement is for your injuries? When you work with us, you can rely on our experience to help you get everything you have coming.
We recognize that receiving a large offer from the insurance company following an injury can make accepting seem like the best course of action. Since you may not know how to evaluate how much that settlement must cover in the coming years, you may want to work with an attorney.
Suing to defend your rights after an injury can be daunting- but it is the best possible way to ensure that you are made whole for all of your losses. An attorney can help you with all aspects of that process and is your best defense against the opposition.
Some people believe that if they turn down an offer from an insurance company after being involved in an accident, the next offers will be progressively lower. The truth is we can negotiate a settlement based on what you are legally entitled to receive, which is often more than what is offered to you.
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.
It’s important to remember that you don’t have an unlimited amount of time to file a lawsuit against the person who caused your injuries. Hiring an attorney while you’re still recovering can ensure movement on your case when your focus must be elsewhere.
Did you know that 1 out of every 4 drivers in the country will be involved in a wreck at some point in the next five years that is serious enough to require an accident attorney?
Some defective products that have recently been involved in litigation have been tires, brakes, helmets, farm equipment, airbags, restraint systems like seat belts and car seats, and Teflon. People who have used those products have received settlements for the harm they’ve caused.
It’s common to think about traffic accidents when it comes to personal injury attorneys, but that’s not the only time a personal injury lawyer can help. There are plenty of other times they can help, including medical accidents, dog bites, work-related accidents, and more.
Personal injury lawyers take on a variety of cases, including injuries sustained as a result of: motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian injuries, drunk driving accidents, slip & falls, closed head injuries, animal attacks, premises liability, medical malpractice and nursing home negligence.
When you get into a car accident, the other driver’s insurance company may not offer enough to cover your damages. If you’re not getting enough to cover your medical bills, we can help.