How Personal Injury Impacts Your Life

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For many people, the term “personal injury accident” conjures up images of a minor injury from a car accident or a slip and fall.  In most cases, these people reason, the negligent party has insurance coverage to pay for liability and compensate the victim.  However, this picture is not always so simple, and it is often not even accurate.

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When An Insurance Company Blames You For Your Injuries

When An Insurance Company Blames You For Your Injuries

We would all like to believe that others will treat us fairly, particularly when we have been injured and are at our most vulnerable.  Sadly, the truth is that insurance companies often try to avoid paying claims in order to save money, even when it is clear that the victim deserves compensation.  In many cases, this will take the form of a lowball offer that seems reasonable to the victim, but in reality does not even come close to paying all of his or her medical bills, let alone expenses related to other aspects of the injury.  Unfortunately, many victims do not realize this until it is too late and they have already agreed to settle with the insurance company.

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Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries and Outcomes

Traumatic Brain and Spinal Cord Injuries and Outcomes

Some of the most debilitating and devastating injuries occur when a victim suffers brain or spinal cord trauma.  These types of injuries are often marked by permanent physical disability, loss of use of parts of the body, changes in intellectual or emotional makeup, and inability to work or live independently.  Because these types of injuries are so devastating and life-impacting, it is very important for victims to have the help of a professional who can guide them through the settlement negotiation process after an accident.

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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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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 Is Chronic Pain Syndrome?

What Is Chronic Pain Syndrome?

Chronic pain syndrome is a disabling set of conditions that affect about 25 percent of those with serious injuries.  According to a recent study, chronic pain is the leading complaint among ambulatory patients after surgery or injury.  Chronic pain can impact all areas of a patient’s life and lead to depression, anxiety, and other long-term effects.

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Can I Recover Damage From a Crime?

Can I Recover Damage From a Crime?

One question that sometimes arises for personal injury victims is, “Can I recover damages if I am the victim of a crime?”  The answer to this question is not as simple as it might seem.  While it is obvious that you have been injured and that the perpetrator is responsible, it is not always clear that the person who committed the crime will be required to pay for your injuries.

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How Social Media Can Damage Your Personal Injury Claim

How Social Media Can Damage Your Personal Injury Claim

Billions of people around the world have at least some sort of online, social media presence. On a daily basis, we may find ourselves sharing photos with loved ones, updating our professional network, or retweeting things we agree with. Social media is one of the main ways we communicate with one another, and it can feel like second nature. So how would that be affected by a personal injury claim?

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Don’t Make These Costly Mistakes After an Accident

What You Should Say and Should Not Say Right After Your Car Accident

If someone else has injured you, the ability to maintain your composure and think rationally in the immediate aftermath is essential to maintaining your legal options. The things you say and the actions you take after the accident can impact your life for years to come.

In this article, we’ll share some of the most common mistakes people make after an accident that wasn’t their fault – either at the accident scene or later on – that usually costs them dearly.

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Learn All About the Discovery Phase of a Personal Injury Claim

Learn All About the Discovery Phase of a Personal Injury Claim

If you’ve been injured by someone else and decide to file a personal injury claim, one of the first processes you’ll likely go through is “the discovery phase.”

For your personal injury lawyer and the lawyer representing the person who caused the accident, the process of discovery is necessary to obtain facts and testimony that may be important to the case.

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