Do I Have to Pay Back My Health Insurance If I Settle My Case?
Category: Personal Injury
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Most people believe that when they are injured in a car wreck where the other driver is at fault, that the driver or their insurance company will be responsible for paying the medical bills as they arise. Unfortunately, this is not the case. The truth is […]
If a Lawsuit is Lost, Does That Make It Frivolous?
Category: Personal Injury
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Frivolous lawsuit is a loaded term, and one that insurance companies and news reporters are far too quick to throw around when it comes to personal injury lawsuits. Many people are afraid to even file a personal injury lawsuit because they are afraid of it […]
Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim If I Haven’t Finished Treatment?
Category: Personal Injury
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Generally, no, you never want to settle your personal injury claim before you’ve finished treatment. Instead, you should wait until you are about as well as you are going to get. This is because until you’ve finished treatment, you won’t know how much treatment, and […]
Can I File a Personal Injury Lawsuit Without a Lawyer?
Category: Personal Injury
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While it is possible to negotiate an injury settlement without a lawyer, it isn’t recommended in most cases. It is common to resolve personal injury claims without ever going to court. In fact, the majority of personal injury claims are settled out of court. However, […]
What is the Federal Tort Claims Act and How Does It Affect my Personal Injury Case?
Category: Personal Injury
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The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) is the law that allows injured people to sue a federal government entity for damages in a personal injury claim caused by a federal employee acting in an official capacity. However, the government looks to protect itself, so suing […]
What Happens When an Injury Lawsuit Involves a Minor?
Category: Personal Injury
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The problem with injury-causing accidents is that they can happen at any time, and they don’t only involve adults. Children can also be responsible for causing serious injuries, or be the victim of one. But getting compensation becomes difficult, and potentially awkward, if you need […]
What is Mediation and How Does It Affect My Personal Injury Case?
Category: Personal Injury
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Lawsuits are just one way of settling a personal injury claim. We try to avoid going to court whenever possible, because it can drag out your case for months or years, and that’s more time you have to wait until you see any money when […]
10 Signs You Should Fire Your Lawyer and Get a New One
Category: Personal Injury
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There are a lot of personal injury law firms out there willing to take your case, but that definitely doesn’t mean they all offer the same level of service! Some lawyers are more reputable than others. And sometimes, you may need to consider firing your […]
How Do I Know If a Settlement Offer is Enough?
Category: Personal Injury
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If you’ve been injured in an accident that wasn’t your fault, never accept the insurance company’s initial offer right away. Ideally, you should always consult a lawyer before accepting any settlement offer. Why? Because insurance companies try to save money by denying claims, and when […]
7 Common Legal Terms You May Hear When You File a Lawsuit, and What They Mean
Category: Personal Injury
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“Legalese” is a difficult language to learn, and understanding the complex legal code is part of why law students spend so many years in school before they can try a case. It’s also why lawyers who are already bar-certified must take Continuing Legal Education classes […]