If you have never been involved in an accident before, you may believe that the insurance company is on your side. The advertising slogans for these companies say as much, creating the expectation that accident claims are handled quickly and fairly. Unfortunately, many accident victims discover that the claims process is neither fast nor fair. …
Why Experience Matters in Personal Injury Cases?
You were injured in an accident. Someone else was at fault, and this means that you are entitled to financial compensation. But, in order to recover the financial compensation you deserve, you need to be able to convince the insurance company to settle (or convince the jury to award a judgment), and you need to …
What Is Cerebral Palsy?
Cerebral palsy can have a variety of severe effects on motor skills, mobility, and more. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, as many as four children for every 1,000 born in the United States have cerebral palsy, or CP. From a medical perspective, cerebral palsy occurs as a result of damage …
What to Look For in a Personal Injury Attorney
When you are seriously hurt, finding a lawyer might seem like more stress you don’t need. Your days are probably spent trying to navigate mazes of medical bills, travel to and from appointments with doctors, and adjust to the pain and possibly impairments from the injuries you have suffered. You may not realize it amid …
What are Punitive Damages in a Personal Injury Claim?
“If you have been injured in an accident, you are entitled to just compensation.” This statement, which you will see frequently if you are looking for information about your legal rights online, addresses the primary means of securing a financial recovery if you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence or intentional misconduct. However, …
When Should You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
If you have been injured, should you hire a personal injury lawyer? Will a lawyer be able to help you recover your losses; or, will you be wasting your time (and theirs) by scheduling a free consultation? The truth is, after most types of accidents, it is hard to know whether you need a personal …
