2019

  • Will Your Injury Case End Up Going To Trial?

    Matters litigated under personal injury law do not generally end up at trial. By most common estimates, around 95% of cases will never see the inside of a courtroom. That's the simple answer, but there's a lot more going on than you might expect. Let's consider how a case might unfold, especially if it seems like a trial is a real possibility. Submitting a Claim With few exceptions, injury cases don't go directly to litigation.
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  • Make Sure You Share These Details With Your Personal Injury Attorney

    If you are going through a personal injury case, you might be amazed at how much you're expected to share with your attorney. This may feel strange — sharing details of your health and medical records with someone you just met. However, it is your attorney's job to represent your interests in court, and they can do that more effectively when they know all the details. Here are three things you may feel awkward about sharing with your personal injury attorney, but should definitely share anyways.
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  • Everything You Need To Know About Filing A Medical Malpractice Claim

    If you have been the victim of medical malpractice, your life can be permanently changed. You may also be entitled to financial compensation as a result of your injuries, pain and suffering, lost wages, or other consequences of medical malpractice. One of the biggest challenges, however, is proving a malpractice claim and reaching a fair settlement. By having a better idea of what the medical malpractice claims process entails, you can move forward armed with knowledge and greater confidence.
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  • Common Arguments For Denying Workers' Compensation

    When looking at a workers' compensation claim, it's worth considering how it might be denied. This is especially the case if you have already dealt with one rejection and are heading toward appealing the denial. Here are some common arguments that every workers' compensation attorney has heard at some point. The Client Isn't an Employee Many companies hire independent contractors in order to skirt certain laws, including those governing worker injuries.
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  • How A Lawyer Can Stop You From Making Big Mistakes

    If you are in an auto accident, whether you are at fault or the other party is, your best bet is going to be to get a lawyer right away. Don't feel like you have to take care of certain things first before you hire a lawyer. You may end up doing some things that the lawyer would have suggested you avoid because they can make your case harder to win.
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  • Using Contingency Fee Arrangements For Your Personal Injury Case

    We've probably all heard the phrase, "No fees unless you win your case," but the way contingency fees work is a bit more complicated than that. Using this method of attaining professional legal help is likely the least expensive way to file a personal injury suit. You need to know what you are agreeing to before you sign the agreement, however. Read on to learn the scoop on using a contingency fee method to get your personal injury case off the ground and running quickly.
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  • Finding Legal Answers For Victims Of Auto Accidents

    There are few events that can have a more devastating impact on your health, well-being and financial standings than an auto accident. Individuals that are uninformed about the process around obtaining compensation for these incidents can find it harder to recover in the aftermath of the accident. Are There Options For Pursuing Damages Against Uninsured Motorists? When you are unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident with an uninsured motorist, you can find yourself lost in how to respond to this situation.
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