Personal injury cases are founded on the legal theory of negligence. This theory is comprised of four distinct elements, all of which must be proven before you can recover compensation for your damages. Fault, which is the correlation between the defendant’s actions or inactions, and the injuries sustained by the plaintiff, is one of these elements….
You’ve just been injured in a car accident, you are unable to work and have medical bills stacking up, and you just found out your insurance claim was denied. Unfortunately, a lot of car accident victims find themselves in this distressing situation. Although the insurance company has the right to deny your claim, they are…
Drivers almost never admit fault for an accident, so having an eyewitness can be enormously helpful. Oftentimes, drivers are afraid that they will have to cover the damages out of their own pocket or that their insurance rates will go up. A credible witness can help establish negligence and play a critical part in the…
When you arrive at the hospital for a surgical appointment, you rightfully expect the medical staff, hospital, and surgeon to take every possible precaution to ensure your safety. While all surgeries, no matter how routine, are inherently risky, surgeons are supposed to be capable of performing procedures without making avoidable mistakes, like those caused by…
As the life expectancy of Americans continues to rise, the need for safe and good-quality senior living facilities also increases. While many families are forced to place their elderly loved ones in nursing homes, many others turn to assisted living facilities. Assisted living is for people who need help with daily care but not as…