Every personal injury case is going to be different from the next due to the specific details of the case, such as the parties involved, why the accident or injury occurred, and so forth. However, each case will follow a somewhat universal process when it comes to seeking compensation for the damages. Understanding this basic, underlying procedure can help you …
Seeking Personal Injury Compensation on Behalf of Children
Children cannot represent themselves in any legal matter, unless specifically noted by a ruling judge. This abnormal circumstance is essentially only used in family law when a judge wants to get an opinion directly from a child in a child custody case. As far as personal injury claims, though, there is simply no option for a child to file a …
Who is Liable in a Ride-Sharing Accident?
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have exploded in popularity over recent years, with millions of rides now being given each year, resulting in billions of dollars in revenue as well as cash for drivers. However, when you have regular people using their own cars to provide this transportation, accidents and insurance coverage can become a lot more complex. Third …
Policy Limits Can Affect Car Accident Settlements
When you purchase a car insurance policy, you are essentially entering an agreement with the insurance company that you agree to pay a premium in exchange for a guarantee of coverage for certain types of damages up to a certain amount per incident. This maximum amount is known as your “policy limit,” and every car insurance policy has one. Unfortunately, …
Contingency Fees in Personal Injury Case: How They Benefit Clients
Many people who need to start a legal case are hesitant to do so due to the potential cost of retaining an attorney. This reluctance may lead to people not seeking fair compensation for their damages and injuries caused by neglectful third parties. An attorney who offers to work for contingency fees provides clients a way around the obstacle of …
Slip & Fall Accidents On Someone Else’s Property: Can You Sue?
Imagine the scenario in which you are at a friend’s house as an invited guest and enjoying some festivities. You go into the kitchen to get a drink, slip unexpectedly, fall, and get hurt. Who is to blame? Can you confidently say where liability lies in this scenario? Slip and fall accidents are one of the trickiest case types for …