Personal injury accidents cause devastating damage throughout a person’s life. If you’ve recently been injured in an accident, then you already know this. You probably understand how many medical bills you’re dealing with and how much they’re going to cost you, and you know that you’re missing out on work wages while you are healing from your injuries.However, you might not know how much total compensation you’re owed for your accident and suffering. You might not know how to calculate your claim’s value...Continue Reading...
Unless you’re a legal professional, you probably don’t know what happens in a personal injury lawsuit. Lawsuits are complex matters in which many things happen. If you are looking to file a personal injury lawsuit in Virginia, it will be useful for you to get an idea of how the process works.Personal Injury Claim vs. Personal Injury LawsuitWhen you’ve been hurt in an accident, there are generally two courses of action you can take: filing an injury claim or filing an injury lawsuit. Sometimes, injury claims turn into lawsuits. For...Continue Reading...
When you're injured in a serious accident, getting compensation is important to your recovery. However, there's one thing that may be standing between you and your compensation: your part in the accident. You may now be worried about your part in the accident that left you injured. Now, you may also be worried about a personal injury attorney taking your case. That’s why we’ve focused on what comparative negligence is, what it means for your claim, and how your lawyer can help.What Does Partial Fault Mean? First,...Continue Reading...
Your life after being injured in a serious accident could be dramatically different than it was prior to the incident in question. If someone else is liable for the cause of your injuries, they should be compelled to compensate you for their negligent actions. Thankfully, you will have the opportunity to bring them to justice when you pursue a personal injury claim. Continue reading to learn more about the steps you’ll take to begin the claims process. Step One: Contact Your AttorneyAny time you’ve suffered a debilitating...Continue Reading...
When you're facing a divorce, you're likely feeling many different emotions at once. Sadness, anger, fear, and even grief over the loss of the relationship are all common feelings. However, the one most on your mind right now may be uncertainty. You likely have a lot of questions about your upcoming divorce, which is fair—divorce is a complex process that changes your life. Now, you have a lot of questions to ask your lawyer before your divorce. Unsure where to start? Here are a few quick answers to common questions....Continue Reading...
Being involved in an accident is one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through, and when your accident was caused by the reckless actions of another, you may be able to pursue a civil lawsuit against them. However, at a time when you are already struggling physically, emotionally, and financially, it would not be uncommon for you to feel weary at the thought of having to go to court. Fortunately, it may be possible to avoid going to court while still recouping your losses.Having a highly trained personal injury attorney on...Continue Reading...
Everyone knows that driving while intoxicated is a dangerous decision to make. People can be harmed in vehicle collisions resulting from drunk driving, and that’s why it’s against the law. That’s also why there are severe legal penalties for those convicted of drunk driving. The legal punishments are meant to deter drunk driving behavior from happening.Legal penalties are not pleasant, but there are many other not-too-pleasant ways that a DWI conviction can impact your life. For starters, a conviction can lead to embarrassment,...Continue Reading...
If you have suffered an on-the-job injury and are planning on working with an attorney to help ensure you can obtain the benefits you may be entitled to, you may have no idea where to start when meeting with your lawyer. With this in mind, we have compiled a list of some of the most beneficial questions you can ask your work comp attorney as you plan to seek benefits that could help you survive until you are able to go back to work.Do I qualify for workman’s compensation benefits?This is one of the most important questions to discuss...Continue Reading...
