The majority of personal injury cases are resolved with settlements before they even head to trial. Settlements can benefit both parties for a number of reasons. Settlements save money because they avoid the expenses of a trial, which can be costly because of legal and other fees. Settlements also result in a quicker resolution of…
Patients depend on their physicians to correctly diagnose any medical conditions they may have, as well as depend that whatever medical treatment their doctor recommends is the best option for their condition. When a doctor makes a misdiagnosis of a condition that the patient does not have, that patient is not only not receiving the…
Many people who are involved in a car accident often feel pangs of panic in the moments that follow the crash. This can make it hard to concentrate and think clearly about taking the appropriate steps. The driver may have passengers and is concerned they are injured, or they may be focused on the damage…
Any vehicle accident can cause injuries, but when the victim is riding a bicycle, those injuries are often severe – or can even be fatal. A bike offers a rider no protection and they are usually thrown from the bike upon impact or end up in front of the vehicle that hits them. This is…
FAQ: If my injury is partially my fault, can I still pursue a FELA case? Answer: Yes, the FELA is what is known as a “purely comparative negligence” statute. This means if a jury finds the railroad and employee both negligent in causing the employee’s injuries, it assigns the percentage the railroad and employees are…