Understanding Personal Injury Law

• Faqs About Recovering Compensation After A Hit-And-Run Accident

  22 June 2016

  When you are a victim in a hit-and-run accident, whether or not you are able to identify or locate the fleeing driver can have a bearing on the compensation you receive for your damages. If you were recently in an accident with a hit-and-run driver, here is what you need to know.  Has the Driver Been Identified? If the hit-and-run driver was identified and located, you can go the usual route for collecting compensation for your damages.

• Types Of Recoverable Damages After A Car Accident

  21 June 2016

  If you have been involved in a car accident where another driver was responsible for your injuries and losses, it helps to know the different categories of compensation you can be awarded before proceeding to file an injury suit. You can talk to an accident lawyer about the types of damages that you could recover based on the severity of your loss. Typically, you can recover both economic and non-economic damages after a car accident.

• Can Misdiagnosis Be A Cause For A Malpractice Case?

  21 June 2016

  A mistaken diagnosis can result in delayed treatment or the wrong treatment, which then leads to further pain and suffering or even lifelong complications. Misdiagnosis can fall under malpractice if you can prove that it was due to negligence. The following guide can help you determine if you have a case. What constitutes as malpractice? Doctors aren't typically held responsible if they simply make the wrong diagnosis, since errors can happen and determining the cause of a health condition can be difficult.

• 3 Ways To Protect Yourself In Case Of A Lawsuit

  21 June 2016

  Lawsuits happen everyday. Some of them are frivolous and get dismissed, while others are taken all the way to court. People can lose a lot of money from being sued, which is why it is important to always protect yourself. Luckily, there are some things you can do to protect yourself so that if you are sued, you have help. Here are some tips. 1. Always Carry Liability Insurance One of the biggest mistakes people not getting enough liability insurance.

• Injured In An Accident? 4 Reasons Why You Might Want To Accept A Settlement Offer

  20 June 2016

  If you've been injured in an accident that was not your fault, you want to receive compensation for your pain and suffering. Once you've healed from your injuries, the insurance company will start negotiating a settlement with you. If you have an attorney, they'll enter into negotiations with your attorney, who will be acting on your behalf. If your attorney can't get the insurance company to reach a fair and amicable agreement, it might become necessary to take your case to court.