The Brauns Blog: Where Law Meets Life

Auto accident commercials and billboards often encourage anyone injured in a car crash to immediately contact a local car accident attorney. For some injured claimants, doing so might protect them from common insurance traps and preserve evidence needed for viable car accident claims. However, other car accident victims wonder whether…

Numerous factors contribute to the nature and severity of your physical condition after a motor vehicle collision. Age, previous injuries, safety equipment, the angle of impact, and the availability of quality medical care all play a role in the recovery process. A local car accident lawyer could help injured claimants…

According to statistics from the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 32,000 individuals are victims of fatal car accidents every year in the United States, with approximately two million people suffering from some type of injury received in a car accident. The best way to get…

A wrongful death action, often called simply wrongful death, refers to a civil claim for financial compensation made by the family or estate of a person who died from unlawfully inflicted injuries. A variety of unlawful or illegal actions might support wrongful death claims in the United States. From a…

How do you put a value on physical pain and emotional anguish? A single accident could result in marital discord, lost career opportunities, and even an inability to hold your children. Many people injured in a car crash feel that the indirect damages from an accident—including frustration, pain, and mental…

Motorcycles offer an economical and environmentally friendly way to travel, but not everyone shares a passion for the open road. Car and truck operators often refuse to treat motorcyclists as equals. Speeding, following too closely behind, and failing to yield often result in life-changing motorcycle accidents. The following includes ten…

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…

Failing to diagnose and treat medical conditions accurately gives rise to the majority of medical malpractice litigation in the United States. Nearly 20 percent of patients report that doctors have incorrectly diagnosed them at some point. Sometimes doctors misread lab results, failed to take a thorough family history, or prescribed…

Families do their best to care for loved ones suffering from debilitating injuries and illness, but sometimes patients require specialized medical assistance. Unfortunately, age-related conditions seldom improve and often result in deteriorating health. A loved one’s welfare may depend on the protection and services offered by skilled nursing facilities. Even…