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Depositions in Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury litigation can be complex, and involves reviewing medical records, coordinating with opposing counsel, understanding medical terminology in addition to other procedural and substantive issues. Most of this is handled by attorneys and legal professionals with the assistance of their clients. However, one critical piece of personal injury litigation involves the direct questioning of ... Read more
Take Charge of Your Lawsuit
Frequently, I have clients that say they are glad they came to the initial consultation because they were not sure they had a lawsuit. Too often, non-lawyers are confused about when a personal injury lawsuit is appropriate. I like to tell clients that if they were injured by the fault of someone else, it is ... Read more
Why is My Personal Injury Case in Federal Court?
Essentially, there are two places where a personal injury case can be brought: State Court and Federal Court. The difference between the two jurisdictions is exactly what it sounds like. State Courts are the courts governed by the rules and laws of the state they are located, while Federal Court is run by the rules ... Read more
How To Effectively Deal With a Car Accident
People get into car accidents every day, as it is one of the most prevalent types of personal injury accidents that happen. Vehicle collisions do so much more than just inconvenience someone for the moment, and can lead to serious injury and wage loss if someone has to stay home to take care of themselves. ... Read more
Probate in Arizona – 3 Main Tools in Probate Tool Chest
Arizona Probate The loss of a loved one often leaves their family with many questions regarding the deceased’s possessions. The administration of an estate in Arizona is governed by state statutes and failure to adhere to those statutes can leave the administrator liable. Arizona statutes provide several avenues for administering an estate of a loved ... Read more
Personal Injury Litigation Explained
Personal Injury Lawyer A question many attorneys get in almost every personal injury consultation is “What happens next?” This is an excellent question and most attorneys like to take the time to explain the litigation process to clients. Though each state is different, below our friends at Fowler St. Clair PLLC provide a general overview. Pleadings The ... Read more
Optimizing Payouts in Personal Injury Cases
Suffering a personal injury can be a turbulent experience, demanding not only physical recovery but also psychological healing. An added layer of complexity is comprehending the labyrinth of personal injury claims to guarantee your potential financial redress is maximized. Our friends at Cohen & Cohen provide an overview below on how to increase the likelihood ... Read more
Personal Injury: Litigation Process Explained
A question I get in almost every personal injury consultation is “What happens next?” This is an excellent question and I like to take the time to explain the litigation process to my clients. Each state is different, but below I would like to provide a general overview. Pleadings The first thing to happen in ... Read more
Personal Injury Law: Damages and Liability Explained
Whether a car accident, slip and fall or other type of injury, personal injury cases involve two important concepts: liability and damages. Understanding these concepts is crucial for anyone involved in a personal injury case, whether as a plaintiff, defendant, or attorney. Liability Explained Liability refers to legal responsibility for an injury or accident. In ... Read more
When Personal Injury Becomes Civil Litigation
If you or someone you love is hurt, you most likely have a million and one questions running through your mind such as: how are you going to pay your medical bills, can you hold someone responsible for your injuries, what happens next, etc. If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, then you ... Read more