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What Is a Good Settlement Offer?
Determining a good settlement offer requires detailed information about your case and experience evaluating fair case value. Some considerations a lawyer will weigh are: The severity of yours or a loved one’s injuries. The extent of your economic damages—lost income, medical expenses, property damage, and other losses with a clear monetary value. The cost of…
Do I Report an Accident to My Insurance or Theirs?
If you’re involved in an auto accident, while you should report it to your insurer and the responsible party’s insurer, it is wise not to provide too much information until you have discussed the case with an attorney. Initially, providing basic information such as date, time, location and some very basic facts about the case…
How Do I Settle a Car Accident Claim Without a Lawyer?
Never settle a car accident claim involving injuries without first contacting a lawyer. Handling a car accident claim on your own risks: Exhaustion: Those in a car accident may be under immense stress. You may have little time or energy for a car accident claim to physical injuries, psychological trauma, and disruptions in your everyday…
Motorcycles Stop Faster Than Cars
Yes, motorcycles can generally stop faster than cars. However, there are limitations on braking for any vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) explains that motorcyclists often hesitate to use their front brakes even if they might strike something perhaps out of fear that the bike will roll over them if they apply them…
Symptoms to Look for After a Fall
The physical trauma caused by a fall from a trip or slip is often unappreciated. A fall, and especially a nasty fall, may cause: Bruising; Scrapes and cuts; Broken bones, dislocated joints, torn tendons and ligaments; Brain injury and concussions with associated confusion and headaches; Sensitivity to light and noise, which may also come if…
Can You Sue If Someone Hits Your Car?
Yes, you may sue if someone hits your car, but filing a lawsuit may not be your only option for seeking compensation. Among other actions, you may file an insurance claim if it provides enough coverage for your losses. What Types of Car Collisions May I Sue For? You may generally sue when someone else…
Can I Get a Settlement for a Car Accident Without a Lawyer?
Yes, but most times it is in your best interest to hire a local car accident attorney. When someone else causes a car accident, and you suffer injuries, seeking compensation for your losses can be complicated and intimidating. The compensation you will receive usually comes from the at-fault driver’s auto insurance coverage and that requires…
Can I Sue for Emotional Distress After a Car Accident?
Yes, you may recover damages for emotional distress after a car accident. Many people suffer emotional trauma from the accident and their injuries, and they need costly treatment for anxiety and other distress. You also might miss work or your usual daily activities due to your accident-related anxiety or depression from dealing with physical injuries. …
Should I Accept an Insurance Company’s First Settlement Offer?
When you are a car accident victim, you understandably want to resolve your accident claim quickly. However, if you have injuries and significant losses from a motor vehicle accident, it may require patience to fight for the full and fair compensation. Insurance companies want to move fast and try to deny claims quickly whenever possible. …
What Are the Chances of Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
There is no way to predict your chances of winning a personal injury lawsuit. While some cases are stronger than others, most personal injury lawyers won’t accept your case unless they believe you can win. Contingency Fees Weed out Real Cases from Non-Cases Nearly all personal injury firms work on contingency fees. The client does…
