Insurance companies try to settle injury claims as quickly and as economically as possible, knowing that protracted litigation for a claim costs them money. Settling a claim out of court lets the insurance company close their file and move on to the next claim as soon as possible. But this may not [...]
[Read more →]Such situations could be: a car accident, a workplace injury, a dog bite, mental distress, sexual harassment, etc. All of these situations fall under Tort Law in the United States, and require a careful and professional approach in order to receive maximum compensation.
A vast majority of the times, insurance companies do not [...]
Unfortunately, at some time in our lives, most of us will experience an automobile accident. When you are in a car accident, even if you are not injured, there are certain things that you should and should not do.
If you are involved in personal injury litigation arising from a car accident, you [...]
If you are looking for a personal injury lawyer, bear in mind that it is not a very good idea to select the first attorney you come to know about. Also, you should beware of attractive television, radio, yellow pages, and online advertisements of personal injury [...]
[Read more →]Different states in the US follow different motorcycle helmet laws that cater to their own residents and constituents. Motorcycle helmet law has been instituted to provide safety and protection to motorcycle riders from different states.
But the helmet law being followed [...]
Trying to get insurance cover can be a real minefield to most people. It is almost always an unbelievably expensive item with respect to the family budget. Unfortunately however, it can be horrendously costly in another way if the cover is not appropriate or does not [...]
[Read more →]Alabama has very liberal lemon laws. They cover any vehicles used on public highways, excludes vehicles weighing more than 10,000 pounds. Lemon laws cover the vehicle if it took 3 attempts to fix the problem or more than 30 calendar days to fix the problem. Statute of limitations listed in Section 8-20A-6 [...]
[Read more →]When a person becomes injured due to the negligence of another person, they need the services of a personal injury attorney. However, this does not apply to someone who was injured on the job due to the negligence of an employer or coworker. In that case they would seek help through workers [...]
[Read more →]Before you ever get behind the wheel in Alaska after having a few drinks, you should know what could happen if you are caught and charged with drinking and driving. First, you can be arrested for drunk driving in Alaska even if your driving appears fine. Under the state’s current law, anyone [...]
[Read more →]Personal injury protection is advisable for most people depending on the everyday driving activities of the person involved. This is not just a frivolous indulgence either, especially if you have the responsibility of paying a mortgage and dependents that rely on your physical wellbeing. Personal injury protection or PIP may be [...]
[Read more →]According to the Michigan law, personal injury refers to the physical injury or damage you suffered due to someone else\’s carelessness. It can be an injury to mind, body or emotions. If you have suffered a personal injury in Michigan, state law will always come to your aid to protect your legal [...]
[Read more →]The laws that govern Michigan automobile accidents are long and complex. Often, the terms used by car accident insurance agents and lawyers are confusing. Two important terms you should know:
First-Party Benefits
Third-Party Benefits
Michigan is a No-Fault State. This means that your own Michigan car accident insurance company [...]
[Read more →]When a party is injured or suffers damages as a result of the carelessness or negligence of another other party, a personal injury lawsuit arises. In special circumstances, like medical negligence or wrongful death, the personal injury law grants a right to an individual related to the victim to file a lawsuit on his behalf. [...]
[Read more →]When a party is injured or suffers damages as a result of the carelessness or negligence of another other party, a personal injury lawsuit arises. In special circumstances, like medical negligence or wrongful death, the personal injury law grants a right to an individual related to the victim to file a lawsuit on his behalf. [...]
[Read more →]Michigan’s “Open and Obvious” statute was brought into
being during the 1990’s as a way for the Michigan courts to reform their
outrageously out of control tort system. Many, however, argue that in recent times the pendulum has swung too far in the opposite direction, with many reasonable personal injury lawsuits being thrown out of court due [...]