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After being involved in a serious car accident, I really believed that my insurance company would take care of everything. It wasn't until I finally received their settlement offer that I realized they were not on my side at all. This is when I got wise and consulted a personal injury lawyer. It was the best decision I could have made. Thanks to my attorney, not only did I learn a lot about personal injury law, but I actually got the compensation that I needed and deserved. I made a lot of mistakes after my accident, but I also learned a lot along the way. It is my hope that this blog will allow other accident victims to learn from common mistakes and get the information they need to be successful in their own personal injury claims.

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You Can Learn From My Mistakes

2016

Examining The Kinds Of Damages You Sue For Over The Wrongful Death Of Your Husband
Losing your husband to death because of negligence is a horrible experience. You may not have words to describe the grief and other emotions you may feel over your loss. For many women, their loss magnifies as the bills start rolling in that would have been paid by their deceased husband. If you have lost your husband due to negligence, learning more about the kinds of damages you can sue the negligent party for is important.

How Can You Be Sure Your Personal Injury Settlement Is Fair?
If you are involved in a personal injury case, you might be close to receiving a compensation or settlement offer from a third party insurance claim. But how can you ensure that the settlement offer that comes to you is fair? Here are four ways you can feel secure in taking a settlement offer that might be on the table. 1. Make Sure You Understand the Extent of Your Case

Product Liability Duties ~ Protecting Your Cuties From Unsafe Toys And Devices
Do you often buy your children the latest gadgets and popular toys? If so, your purchases are likely a token of love or rewards for your children, and you may have never considered that some of the gadgets and toys that are sold to unsuspecting children and their parents are dangerous. Some children have suffered horrendous injuries and even death from products that were supposed to provide entertainment, learning opportunities, or comfort.

Injured In A Trucking Accident? You May Be Entitled To Compensation
If you've been injured in an accident involving a big rig, you need to speak to a truck accident lawyer as soon as possible. Truck drivers – and the companies they work for – are regulated by the federal government. There are specific rules and regulations they must adhere to in order to ensure that the safety of others is protected – such as proper licensing, frequent rest periods and proper maintenance of the trucks they operate.

Protect Your Loved Ones: 4 Signs They May Be The Victim Of Nursing Home Abuse
You didn't want to place your loved one in a nursing home but you had no choice. Now that they're in one, you want to make sure they're well-cared for. Unfortunately, abuse can occur in nursing homes. In order to protect your loved one from abuse, here are four signs that your loved one may be the victim of nursing home abuse. Increase in Bedsores While bedsores can be a normal occurrence for bedridden patients, an increase in the number or severity of the sores may be a sign that your loved one is being neglected or abused.

Social Media Hacks: 4 Financial Impacts On An Emotional Distress Damages Case
Not all personal injuries deal with physical harm. A number of injury cases exclusively involve emotional damages and stress. If your social media account was hacked, then you may seek a personal injury lawyer to hep receive damages for the emotional pain and suffering that you endured. Along with the emotional toll, your attorney may help prove different financial impacts that were involved with the case. The following four financial impacts could be directly correlated with the hacking of your social media account and could become part of a final settlement.

When Your No-Fault, First-Party Insurance Comes Into Play In Michigan
In the state of Michigan, all vehicles registered with the state are required to carry what is often referred to as no-fault insurance. One of the major aspects of no-fault insurance is that it provides the insurance purchaser with what is referred to as first-party insurance. First-party insurance is designed to cover both medical costs and rehabilitation costs for the insured. Here are a few more things you need to know about no-fault, first-party insurance in Michigan.

3 Tips For Getting The Settlement You Deserve After Being Injured In A Motorcycle Accident
Riding a motorcycle can be a cost effective mode of transportation, as well as very exciting, but unfortunately it can also be dangerous. In this day and age it is not uncommon for automobile drivers to be distracted or not pay attention, especially when it comes to motorcyclists on the road. Unfortunately, if you're hit by a car while riding a motorcycle you can suffer serious injuries. If you have suffered injuries in a motorcycle accident that you were not at fault for, you deserve a fair settlement from the other diver's insurance company.

Car Accident Personal Injuries: Gathering Together The Right Information for an Attorney Consultation
If you have been injured in a car accident and another person was at fault for your injuries, you may have a viable personal injury lawsuit to file. While there will be a number of factors to consider, such as the extent of your injuries and any losses that may have occurred, gathering together the right information before to meet with an attorney, such as Monohan & Blankenship, to have your case assessed is essential.

Facing A DUI Charge In Arkansas? Here Are Some Laws To Be Familiar With
DUI convictions can be incredibly damaging for a number of reasons. They can lead to jail time, heavy fines, and even a temporary loss of your license. In order to maximize your chances of beating such an accusation, it's important to understand how the law works. To help you out with that, here are some of the crucial DUI laws that you should know when it comes to Arkansas: What is the lookback period in Arkansas?

5 Advantages Of Being Represented By A Personal Injury Lawyer
If you have sustained a serious injury in an accident, such as a slip-and-fall incident, a playground accident or an automotive collision, you may be considering hiring an accident attorney. Still, you should understand the benefits of being represented by a personal injury attorney before making a decision. Here are five advantages of having a personal injury lawyer handle your accident case: No Upfront Payment For most personal injury attorneys, no payment to the attorney is required if you are not awarded compensation.

Were You Misdiagnosed With Testicular Cancer And Had Surgery? What To Know
Did your doctor diagnose you with testicular cancer so you had an orchiectomy to remove both testicles, to find out that you didn't actually have cancer? As a result you need to contact and injury lawyer to get to the bottom of the problem right away. If the medical facility or medical professionals are trying to contact you or get you to sign paperwork, don't meet or talk with anyone until you have hired an attorney.

3 Critical Factors For Obtaining A Personal Injury Settlement
If you've been hurt due the negligence of another person, you may want to take legal action. This is when you, the plaintiff will sue the defendant. However, civil litigation is a lengthy and costly process, and many cases are settled outside of the courtroom. It's not uncommon for the accused to work towards ending the dispute as quickly as possible to avoid additional fees. There are many factors that may determine the precise amount of your personal injury settlement and knowing what these are as the plaintiff may be helpful.

What To Do If You Miss Your Probation Appointment
If you are on probation, you are probably expected to meet with your probation officer on a regular basis, such as every month. Missing one of these appointments can be considered a probation violation and can result in you being brought to court by your probation officer. You should take this situation very seriously, but you shouldn't panic just yet. Instead, follow these tips. Talk to an Attorney Depending on what you are on probation for, whether or not you have been in other trouble since you have been on probation, and a few other factors, there is a chance that your probation could be revoked due to your missed appointment.

3 Signs That It Is Time To Retain A Car Accident Lawyer
If you have recently been involved in a car accident that was no fault of your own, you might start to wonder whether you need to retain a car accident lawyer. To help you determine whether you should, you will want to make sure that you are checking out the following points. You Find Out That There Is No Insurance The auto insurance policy that is kept by the driver at fault in the accident is usually able to settle things financially.

3 Reasons To Extend The Statute Of Limitations In Personal Injury Cases
The statute of limitations places restrictions on how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit against another party. In most instances, once the statute of limitations has passed, you cannot file a lawsuit. However, there are some circumstances that could allow you additional time to file. Here are three situations in which the statute of limitations might be extended. Minors In some states, if a minor is injured in an accident, the law allows him or her to reach the age of majority.