In a personal injury case, a contingency fee refers to a payment arrangement between the injured party (plaintiff) and their attorney. Rather than charging an upfront retainer or hourly fees, the attorney agrees to represent the client and handle their case with the understanding that their fee will be a percentage of the final settlement…
When you file a personal injury claim with an insurance company, they may seek various documents from you to evaluate your claim. These documents help the insurance company assess the validity and extent of your injuries, the impact on your daily life, and the potential value of your claim. While the specific documents requested may…
In a personal injury claim, a request for production is a legal document sent by one party to the opposing party as part of the discovery process. The purpose of a request for production is to seek the production and inspection of specific documents, records, or other tangible items that are relevant to the case….
One of the tools a Virginia personal injury attorney is able to use to help prove his or her client’s case is depositions. A deposition is a formal legal proceeding where a witness or party involved in the case provides sworn testimony outside of the courtroom. It is part of the discovery process and serves…
In a personal injury claim, interrogatories are a formal set of written questions that one party sends to the opposing party as part of the discovery process. Interrogatories serve as a means for gathering information and evidence to build and strengthen the case. The following is an overview of interrogatories in a personal injury claim….