After many people have an accident or suffer a personal injury, they strongly believe that someone else was at fault. The facts of the accident may be such that the responsible party is about as clear as day. The person may have done something so egregiously bad that there is no other conclusion to reach […]
Personal injury advertisements often highlight local law firms’ biggest cases and most favorable settlements. These ads often leave injured claimants wondering if they have six or seven-figure accident cases. While many claimants seriously injured in falls and car crashes can demand substantial compensation, the vast majority of personal injury claims settle for much less, such […]
Personal injury cases are civil cases. A civil case involves a dispute between two private parties when one typically seeks some recovery from the other. A civil case differs from a criminal case in that the government files the criminal case, which involves some action that is harmful to society. A personal injury case usually […]
Personal injury cases arise when an individual becomes injured in an accident caused by another person or entity’s negligence, carelessness, or recklessness. Common accidents that form the basis of a personal injury case include motor vehicle accidents (involving cars, large trucks, or motorcycles), bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and premises accidents (including slip-and-fall accidents). When someone […]
After sustaining an injury in an accident, you may hesitate at first to hire an attorney. As you will see below, this is the absolute last thing that you should do because you need an attorney for a personal injury claim. There are no two ways about it because hiring an attorney could improve your […]
Back injuries can be excruciatingly painful and can require significant and prolonged medical treatment and rehabilitation, with, in some cases, only partial recovery being the only reachable goal. A person who suffers a back injury in an accident may have to undergo multiple surgeries, physical therapy, and rehabilitation. Also, some people cannot work while recovering […]
The amount that a lawyer will charge in legal fees depends on a variety of factors, including the type of case and the complexity of the legal issues involved. In most personal injury cases, including cases that involve medical negligence and medical malpractice, attorneys work on a contingency fee basis. Under a contingency fee arrangement, […]
Multiple surveys indicate that concerns about legal fees and costs are the top reason prospective clients hesitate to contact or retain attorneys. Injured claimants often fear adding up their mounting medical bills, finding the money for a retainer, or being charged for a simple consultation. Even claimants who know they need to find a lawyer […]
There are many types of injuries that individuals can suffer as a result of a serious accident. When those injuries occur while a person is working on the job or because of someone else’s negligence, then the injured person may file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits or a personal injury claim for damages. In […]
The term road rash is all too familiar for bikers and cyclists. Road rash is a type of friction burn or skin abrasion that occurs when a person’s body comes into contact with the rough surface of the road. Any accident victim can suffer road rash if they get thrown from their vehicle. However, those […]
