What Counts As Inadmissible Evidence in a Lawsuit? Did you know that a lack of evidence is one of the most common reasons a person loses a lawsuit? The evidence you present can make or break your personal injury case, but keep in mind that the court won't allow you to bring up certain types of … [Read more...]
Proving That a Driver Was Negligent During a Truck Accident
April 8, 2022 by Leave a Comment
What It Takes to Prove Negligence Following a Truck Accident When you've been in a truck accident that was caused by another party, proving fault is necessary if you are interested in filing a lawsuit. In 2019, more than 118,000 trucks were involved in accidents that resulted in at least one … [Read more...]
When Are Pharmacists Liable for Your Medical Injuries?
April 4, 2022 by Leave a Comment
When Pharmacists Are Liable for Injuries Each year, roughly 1.5 million people suffer from medical errors. Though the majority of medical malpractice cases are filed against doctors, there can be some situations where a pharmacist is at fault. If you're dealing with an injury after incorrect … [Read more...]
How Do You Claim Compensation After a Bicycle Accident?
March 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Claiming Compensation After a Bicycle Accident Riding a bicycle is a great way to get exercise, fresh air, and save money on gas. However, sharing the road with larger vehicles poses risks. You will want to know how to claim compensation if you're injured in a bicycle accident. How to Determine … [Read more...]
Does Mediation Work in Personal Injury Cases?
March 3, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Your Guide to Settling Personal Injury Cases With Mediation Did you know that roughly only 10% of lawsuits actually end up going to trial? Instead of being decided in front of a judge and jury, most civil disputes end up being settled through pretrial negotiations and mediations. If you're … [Read more...]
Who Should Take Responsibility for a Prescription Medication Error?
February 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Who Is Liable for a Prescription Medication Error? More than 131 million Americans use at least one prescription medication every day, and the average American takes four prescription medications daily. Each year, between 7,000 and 9,000 Americans die as a result of prescription medication errors. … [Read more...]
What Types of Damages Are Awarded in a Wrongful Death Suit?
February 2, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The Types of Damages Available in Wrongful Death Suits Did you know that the average wrongful death lawsuit results in a payout of around $500,000 to $1 million? These sorts of lawsuits tend to result in higher compensation amounts because there are so many types of damages the plaintiff can seek. … [Read more...]
Steps to Take If You Were Injured in a Car Accident As a Passenger
January 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
What to Do As a Passenger in a Car Accident If you are a passenger who was involved in a car accident, passenger liability usually doesn’t apply. You may be left with injuries that require immediate medical attention. Since you were not the driver in this situation, it’s important to know what you … [Read more...]
How to Address Pre-existing Conditions in Your Personal Injury Lawsuit
January 3, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Can You Sue With a Pre-existing Condition? Roughly 130 million people are dealing with some sort of chronic health condition or pre-existing injury. What happens when these people end up getting injured in car accidents, slip and fall cases, and other incidents? Whether or not suing with a … [Read more...]
Who Can Be Held Liable for Damages After a Truck Accident?
December 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Who Is Liable for a Truck Accident? Road accidents involving a truck can be significantly more devastating than those involving passenger vehicles and can cause severe injuries. There are various parties who could be held liable. Depending on the specific cause of the accident, it could be one or … [Read more...]