The Most Important Thing To Know About Personal Injury

The Most Important Thing To Know About Personal Injury

Personal injury is an area of legal practice that covers a wide range of topics, from dog bites to medical malpractice to vehicle accidents.  However, there are a few things that all personal injury claims have in common, and one of these is the most important thing you can remember when you are struggling with a devastating injury:  you have the right to seek compensation for your distress.

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Who Is Responsible For My Personal Injury?

Who Is Responsible For My Personal Injury?

If you have been injured in an accident, the first thing on your mind is probably your physical condition.

At the moment of the crash, fall, or another event, you may not be thinking about who will pay your medical bills or your lost wages.  However, it is very important to determine quickly who is responsible for the accident, as this person and his or her insurance company will figure prominently in your ability to pay for these expenses in the future.  With the help of an experienced personal injury attorney, it is usually possible to determine who is at fault in your accident and who is responsible for paying your expenses.

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The High Cost of Personal Injuries

The High Cost of Personal Injuries

People who are unfamiliar with the average cost of an accident often see personal injury settlements as inflated.  They consider the idea of going to court to be a long, drawn-out process, and often settle quickly to avoid expense and problems.  This is just what the insurance companies want.

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How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?

How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?

One of the most common questions victims have is how much their personal injury claim is worth.

This is not a simple question to answer, as many factors can affect the value of a claim. On the other hand, there are some guidelines that help personal injury attorneys determine how much they should settle the case for if the defendant is willing to pay.  These guidelines are fairly uniform and reflect the realities of many previous personal injury settlements.

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What To Do If You Are Injured At Work

What To Do If You Are Injured At Work

As an Alaska resident and worker, do you know what steps to take if you are injured at work?  Many people assume that their employers, and more specifically their employers’ insurance companies, will take care of them if they are injured, but this can be a dangerous assumption.  Understanding your rights can always work to … Read more