You Can Learn From My Mistakes

Tips for When You're Injured on a Friend's Property

29 October 2015

If you've been injured on a friend's property, you may be hesitant to consider hiring a lawyer. The process of filing legal claims against someone you care about may seem daunting, but there are a few ways that you can help get your medical expenses covered without ruining a friendship.  Settle Out of Court One option to consider is to settle out of court. Your friend may be willing to work with you and pay some of your expenses to avoid a trial or an increase in their home insurance premiums.

Three Surprising Things That May Not Be Allowed As Evidence In An Accident Trial

19 October 2015

It's never good to underestimate the contribution of an accident attorney to a case. One of the contributions of the lawyer is that he or she understands the intricacies of trials. As a layman, you may not even know what may or may not be admitted as evidence in court. For example, here are three surprising things that the judge may not allow you to use as evidence. The Defendant's Liability Insurance

3 Things You Need To Do When Involved In An Auto Accident

12 October 2015

While no one expects to be involved in a motor vehicle accident, they happen all the time. Whether it be driving to work, school or the grocery store, a car accident can happen at any time or any place. As frustrating as it might be to be involved in a collision, there are certain things that you need to do after the accident to make sure your claim is handled properly and you get the compensation you deserve.

Avoid Motorcycle Injuries: Make Sure You Have The Proper Gear Before Riding

28 September 2015

According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, there are certain pieces of protective gear that motorcyclists need to wear in order to reduce their risk of injury if they are involved in a collision. You know you need to wear a helmet to protect your head and face, but do you know what other gear is necessary for adequate protection? Before swinging that leg over your bike, make sure you're dressed appropriately with these items:      

Will My Long-Term Disability Claim Be Denied?

11 September 2015

After an accident or serious injury, you may find that your medical conditions prevent you from working long term. In this case, long term disability insurance benefits can be a great way to receive medical and financial support as you recover. But unfortunately, valid disability insurance claims can sometimes be denied for various reasons. Here are some of the common problems with long term disability applications, and what you can do to prevent these issues.

Should You Hire An Attorney Or A Non-Attorney Representative To Handle Your SSA Disability Claim?

4 August 2015

You see the ads on the back of buses and on late-night TV for "disability advocates" who promise to help you win your SSA disability claim. Usually, somewhere on the TV ads, it will note that the person speaking is a "non-attorney spokesperson" for the firm. What's the difference between a non-attorney advocate and a disability attorney? Does it make any difference for your case? Non-attorney advocates and disability attorneys have vastly different training.

3 Reasons You Can Fight The Validity Of A Will

23 June 2015

Despite what you might see on television, it is not commonplace for wills to be contested. However, if you feel that a loved one's will should be invalidated by the courts, you need to state a sound reason for why. Here are some possible reasons that could apply to your particular situation. Your Loved One Was Unduly Influenced If you believe that your loved one was unduly influenced, you could ask the court to invalidate the will.

Pending Worker's Compensation Case? What Not To Do

16 June 2015

If you have a pending worker's compensation case, you are likely trying to make sure you do all of the right things.  You've hired an excellent attorney, filled out and filed the documents in a timely manner and have been highly consistent with your testimony concerning what happened.  However, while all of these things are certainly beneficial, you may want to spend some time focusing on what not to do if you want to win.