There are a lot of stages that come into play when someone files a personal injury claim. The process can be long and stressful and it requires a lot of patience at a time when you might not have the patience to spare. You’re hurt, unable to work, and you need the money to make … Continued
It’s unfortunate, but settlements for personal injury cases are rarely simple or straightforward. They require a complex and sometimes conflict-ridden process of back-and-forth before a settlement is reached. The process, in the end, isn’t much different than haggling for the price of a big ticket purchase, but requires a lot more experienced knowledge, and the … Continued
In the past, when negotiations over a personal injury case hit a wall, the only option was to take it to court. This resulted in long, difficult, adversarial and expensive processes. Even worse, it takes the control out of your hands and places it into the hands of a court, and you must abide by … Continued
Spinal injuries are some of the most impactful injuries that a person can suffer, completely robbing them of their ability to effectively live their lives and support their families. No matter how your injury occurred, you may find yourself in a very dire situation with mounting medical bills and effects that will likely last for … Continued
Insurance companies are supposed to be our support system, our back-up when things go wrong. Too often do we see instances where insurance companies find ways to avoid paying out a fair amount for an injury claim. Here, we discuss some of the tactics insurance companies use to pay as little as possible for an … Continued
When you’re hurt in an accident it can be nothing less than nightmarish. You’re facing a long road of recovery, maybe even the possibility of permanent disability. You’re looking at heaps of medical bills, at not being able to earn money like you once did, possibly at no longer being able to maintain a healthy … Continued
In order for the lengthy tradition of high school sports to weather the risks of an increasingly litigious society, state governments and individual school boards drafted clear rules explaining the liability — or lack thereof — for schools and school staff operating sports programs like the upcoming winter hockey season. At the heart of these … Continued
A brain injury is one of the more debilitating injuries you could sustain, and if you have suffered one, you should seek immediate medical attention or risk devastating consequences further down the line. Local area residents may also want to consider pursuing legal action with a South Carolina personal injury lawyer if the brain injury … Continued
When involved in a personal injury accident, there are a number of legal hurdles you will have to overcome in order to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve. This includes dealing with insurance adjusters. Often, these adjusters want access to your medical records, and, as a general rule, local residents should consult with … Continued
The terms “pain and suffering” are thrown around a lot in discussing personal injury cases. People love to talk about suing for pain and suffering, often without knowing exactly what it means. The truth is, it’s an important part of many injury cases, but you need to understand the process of how it works and … Continued
