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Personal Injury Law Is More Complex Than You Think

I always assumed that personal injury cases where pretty straight forward. After being in an accident, any financial losses that you suffered would be reimbursed by the liable party's insurance company. Unfortunately, things only work this way in a perfect world. In the real world, personal injury cases are extremely complex and getting the insurance company to pay a fair settlement requires the expertise of an experienced injury lawyer. Unfortunately, it took me several months to finally seek out the legal assistance I needed. As a result, I waited much longer than necessary to get the compensation I so desperately needed. During this time, I learned more about personal injury law than I ever thought I would. It is my hope that this blog will allow me to share that knowledge with you so that you can avoid making some of the same mistakes that I did.

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Personal Injury Law Is More Complex Than You Think

    Want A Quick Settlement? Not So Fast
    After a car accident, it's only natural for victims to want things over with as fast as possible. Getting paid quickly, though, is not always a good idea. Read on to find out why settling your car accident case too soon may not be as attractive as it sounds. The Pressure Is On If the driver that caused the accident is insured, that is always a good thing. However, that doesn't always mean you'll be offered what you deserve.

    What You Can Expect From A Civil Wrongful Death Claim
    If someone or something caused the death of a loved one, you may have to endure two different types of legal cases. The first case will be one in which the courts decide what consequence, if any, will be instilled upon the person or product's company. This could be spending time in prison, a recall and repair of the product, or large fines. It will involve determining if the defendant is guilty or innocent of causing the death and is a criminal case.

    The Stages Of Job Site Litigation After An Electrical Accident
    Slips and falls are the most common job site accidents, but electrocutions are the third most common and lead to dozens of deaths a year. Electrocution injuries and deaths have fallen in recent years, but this is primarily due to higher safety standards and better safety equipment. However, if you have suffered an injury on a job site due to inadequate safety standards, you have the right to seek compensation. 

    Where And How To Take Legal Action After An Injury
    It can be confusing to know where to turn after you've suffered harm through no fault of your own. Most people have seen television shows with judges deciding cases about everything from personal injury claims to divorce and paternity. In real life, you have a choice between taking action in small claims court or civil court. Read on to find out more about both of these options so that you can act quickly and decisively after an injury.

    Injured While Driving? Know The Ways To Maximize Compensation
    Auto accidents are a complicated situation to deal with, which is only amplified when an injury is involved. If you are suffering due to the fault of another driver, it is important that you do the following things to maximize your compensation. Prove The Other Driver's Liability The problem with auto accidents is that it can sometimes be your word against the other driver's word. Unfortunately, liability plays a big role in how much compensation you can receive.

    Is There Any Value To A Wrongful Death Claim Involving A Nursing Home Resident?
    Wrongful death claims are legal actions brought by someone's close relatives or estate (depending on the circumstances). Many people think of wrongful death actions as a way for family members to recover their losses when a household's primary wage earner or primary caretaker dies. The money from the wrongful death claim replaces that person's income or allows the family to pay for someone to do the things that the deceased once did, like childcare.

    Do You Have Legal Rights If A Dog Attacked Your Dog?
    According to the American Pet Products Association, their 2015-2016 National Pet Owners Survey states that, in the United States, there are 77.8 million pet dogs that reside throughout 54.4 million households. Unfortunately, some of these dogs are not going to be friendly. If your dog has had the misfortune of being attacked by one of these 77.8 million other dogs, it is normal for you to wonder what rights you have.

    Has Your Child Been Injured? 3 Things You Need To Know About Personal Injury Claims
    If your child has been injured in an accident, it's normal for you to be concerned for their well-being. It's also normal for you to want to make sure they receive the compensation they're entitled to. Unfortunately, if you're not familiar with personal injury laws, you might not know how to go about seeking damages for your child. Here are three things you need to know about personal injury laws and how they pertain to your child's injuries.