How a Catastrophic Injury Affects Your Personal Injury Claim

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How a Catastrophic Injury Affects Your Personal Injury Claim Whether it occurred through a car accident, slip and fall or in the workplace, a personal injury affects every aspect of life; from the ability to move comfortably, chronic pain, and even the need for regular professional care. What is a Catastrophic Injury? Although there is no technical definition, a catastrophic injury usually is referred to do to the level of debilitation caused by the injury. A personal injury is normally classified as catastrophic when it is so severe that it leads to long-term or even permanent disfigurement and/or disability. These types of injuries require a grueling recovery...

12 July

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Personal Injury Lawsuit: Step by Step

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Personal Injury Lawsuit: Step by Step Personal injury lawsuits are filed when one person has been injured accidentally by another. Some common situations covered by a personal injury lawsuit include car accidents and wrongful death cases. This type of lawsuit may go to trial, but more commonly they are resolved out of court through an informal settlement, or a process of mediation. Being involved in a legal dispute can be frightening, especially if you have never been to court before. However, when you know what to expect, you can make better decisions for your legal defense, and feel confident throughout the entire process...

25 June

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What You Need to Know About Uninsured Motorist Claims

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What You Need to Know About Uninsured Motorist Claims No one plans to get into an accident, which might explain why nearly one in eight motorists drive without insurance. But what happens if the person responsible for the car crash is uninsured? Most states do not require uninsured motorist coverage, making it difficult to come out of an accident without some kind of financial hardship. If you do have uninsured motorist coverage through your own car insurance company, though, here are some things you need to know about uninsured motorist claims. Personal Injury After a car crash, the first thing you should be...