2017
What To Do As You Await Your DUI Trial
Were you recently cited and arrested for a DUI offense? If so, then waiting for your court date and trial can be a very difficult time, since it makes it difficult to plan and work for the future when you don't know what it holds. Fortunately, this doesn't have to be wasted time. Instead of putting your life on hold, do the following during this waiting period.
Set up regular appointments with your lawyer
What You Should Know About Contingency Fees In A Personal Injury Case
Imagine you've been injured in an accident, but you don't have the money to hire a lawyer upfront. Fortunately, there are plenty of personal injury lawyers who are willing to represent you on a contingency fee basis. The following explains how these arrangements work and what to expect throughout your case.
How Contingency Fees Work
When a personal injury attorney works on contingency, that means he or she is willing handle your case without requiring upfront payment or billing on an hourly basis.
Using Technology For Auto Accident Legal Protection
Very few people plan on being in an accident, and those that do can make life extremely harder for others. Honest accidents happen, and you need insurance to cover the increasing costs of bringing everything back to as close to normal as possible. Dishonest accidents involve lies, omissions of fact, or outright fraud that could cost you a lot of money if you can't prove your side of the story. Here are a few modern technology features that can protect your side of the auto accident argument without spending too much money:
Why Semi Truck Accidents Are Different From Other Car Accidents
Car accidents involving semi trucks are usually more damaging than car accidents involving smaller cars. Here are some of the reasons for the severity of these accidents:
They Cause More Damage and Injuries
In a given car accident, the momentum of the vehicles involved is one of the determinants of the extent of the injuries and vehicle damages. Now, momentum is a factor of velocity and mass (weight); an increase in either of those increases the momentum and with it the severity of the injuries and damages.
Disability Compensation Options For Veterans
Veterans suffering from disabilities that affect their ability to live healthy lives, maintain gainful employment, or even disabilities that have any kind of financial costs may have multiple avenues for compensation. Social security exists as a safety net for all American citizens and some groups of legal immigrants, but veterans are also entitled to assistance through the Department Of Veterans Affairs. Before settling on any specific program, consider your options and review a few system features of social security, Veterans Affairs (VA) disability, or even both.
Two Reasons A Doctor May Not Be Held Liable For Medical Malpractice
In general, if a doctor makes a mistake while diagnosing or treating you for a medical condition, he or she could be held liable for medical malpractice and made to pay you compensation for damages and losses you suffer as a result. Unfortunately, there are circumstances in which the doctor may escape liability for the harm he or she has done. Here are two of those times and what may be done to get around the problem.
Learn What Steps To Take When You Are Involved In An Accident That Was Not Your Fault
Getting into an accident can be very scary, especially when you did not cause it. You want to make sure that you and everyone else who is involved in the accident is not injured. After making sure that everyone is okay, use the guide that follows to learn what steps to take to make sure that you properly protect yourself from having to pay for the damage that was done to your car on your own if you did not cause the accident.
Winning Car Accident Claims: 3 Questions To Ask When Cross-Examining Witnesses For Opposing Party
The aftermath of a car accident can be rather costly. A non-fatal, but disabling, car accident can cost you about $70,200 according to the National Safety Council. To avoid footing the entire bill or to obtain some form of compensation from the accident from the opposing party, speak with a car accident attorney immediately. If the opposing party will present witnesses to support their case, your attorney will have an opportunity to cross-examine the witnesses.
Adding Insult To Injury: What To Know About Workplace Injuries And Wage Garnishment
If you have suffered from a workplace injury, you may be feeling quite fortunate that you have the perk of workers' compensation insurance from your employer. This valuable benefit allows you get your injury taken care of without owing any medical bills, and you can also stay home and get better while earning a portion of your salary. Unfortunately, this reduced salary can make it difficult to stay on top of your bills, causing you to fall behind.
Some Things You Need to Know About Mediation
If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit, you might be wondering if mediation is right for you. If this is your first experience with a lawsuit, the process of mediation might seem confusing. Here are some things that you should know about mediation so you know what to expect.
What Do You Do During Mediation?
On the day of your mediation you will meet at one of the attorney's firm or in a neutral location.
About Me
When I was a kid, I absolutely adored attending my small elementary school. At school, I had several friends I enjoyed hanging out with. Unfortunately, one of my friends was injured at school one day. As she was leaving school for the day, she cut her hand when a window pane in a door suddenly shattered. Thankfully, she fully recovered from this frightful accident. Have you recently been injured on someone else’s property? Consider speaking with an accident and personal injury attorney. This professional can help you decide whether filing a lawsuit is the right choice for your unique situation. On this blog, I hope you will discover the benefits of speaking with an accident and personal injury lawyer after becoming injured in a public place. Enjoy!