When you are filing a personal injury claim, there are small mistakes you could make that could lead to your personal injury claim being dismissed. Even worse is that you may even be held responsible for the injuries of another party, such as after a fight, and you may end up losing a counter-claim. Here are some actions to avoid: Signing without Understanding Do not sign anything that you do not understand without receiving advice from a personal injury attorney.
11 November 2015
In a medical malpractice case, the plaintiff is required to prove the defendant's negligence. However, there are some cases where you don't have to prove this because the occurrence of the accident, in itself, implies negligence. This is known as the principle of "res ipsa loquitur," a Latin phrase with the literal meaning of "the thing speaks for itself." There are three elements you need to prove to succeed with the "
29 October 2015
The common factors affecting the value of an accident case include your medical bills, loss of earnings, type of injuries (permanent or temporary), and similar things. Most people know these, but there are also other salient factors that you may not know of. Here are four examples of additional factors to be aware of. Marital Status You are more likely to get a higher award if you are married than if you are single.
19 October 2015
If you are currently expecting a son or a daughter, protecting your unborn child is probably one of your top priorities. There are some situations that you can't control, however, such as getting in an accident that is not your fault. If you find yourself involved in a car crash while you are pregnant, make sure that you follow these tips to protect yourself and your unborn baby. Seek Medical Attention -- Immediately
7 October 2015
If you are like most people, you might not like the idea of deactivating your social media accounts during your personal injury proceedings. However, saying the wrong thing could land you in hot water—especially if you have posted about your case in the past. Social media comments are admissible in court, which is why you should be careful. Here are three social media tips you should use until you settle so you can avoid trouble:
28 September 2015
A class-action lawsuit is one in which one or several plaintiffs file and prosecute a case on behalf of many other plaintiffs. This is what may happen, for example, if a chemical factory is accused of polluting a local river that ends up harming hundreds of people. If, alongside many other people, you have been harmed by a common defendant or defendants, then you may receive a notification asking you to opt in (join) or opt out (leave) the lawsuit.
18 August 2015
Many injury victims know that they need to rely on qualified legal counsel after they are harmed in a workplace accident or other type of accident situation-- but not all of them understand some of the major reasons why it pays to get qualified legal representation on your side. If you are looking for the services of a personal injury lawyer, here are some of the things that these attorneys may help you to consider when you sit down to go over a case:
31 July 2015
After the tragic loss of a loved one as the result of another person or entity's action, you can file a wrongful death claim. Even though the circumstances surrounding your loved one's death might seem cut and dry, you still have to present a solid case as to why the person or entity is responsible for the death. To prove liability, you need to prove the following elements. Legal and Moral Obligation
22 July 2015
As an employee for any company, you want to be sure that you are aware of your rights under workers compensation. Not having a great deal of knowledge of worker's compensation can lead to you not taking advantage of worker's compensation should you be injured at work. Here are four facts about workers compensation that you should know: Worker's Compensation Works Under a "No-Fault" System: Since worker's compensation works under a "
22 June 2015
If you're like most people, every paycheck you get goes to pay your monthly living expenses. The mortgage, utilities, car payments, insurance premiums, and food take up the biggest chunk each month. Then there is clothing, fuel and vehicle maintenance, savings, and whatever else you need. But what happens if you are in an auto accident and can't work? How does the pile of bills get paid then? The last thing you need stressing you out while you're on the mend is trying to figure out how you're going to eat and keep the lights on.
15 June 2015