Tag: personal injury law
How Do You Negotiate A Personal Injury Settlement?
If you were injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you can be compensated for your losses. Determining the right value to settle your injury claim can be difficult. Before you begin the settlement process you must speak to a doctor to determine the type and extent of your injuries. This way you… read more
What Proof is Required for a Wrongful Death Case?
A Wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit because the damages the Plaintiff is seeking are strictly monetary. Criminal cases result in a type of punishment such as a fine or imprisonment. The monetary damages awarded must obtained through a civil lawsuit. The Plaintiff is the person who is bringing the civil lawsuit and is typically… read more
Steps in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Every personal injury case is unique but there are common factors each person can expect in most cases. Any legitimate personal injury case will involve a personal injury and need proof to make it past the summary judgment stage. If the damages appear to be more than a small claims court, then a Portland personal… read more
What is PIP (Personal Injury Protection)?
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage and claims have to do with “no fault” car insurance. What this means is that if you are injured in an auto, bicycle or pedestrian accident, your auto insurance provides a minimum of one year and $15,000 in no-fault medical coverage. PIP insurance also provides wage loss coverage. PIP should… read more
What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage?
Did you know that in the event of a car accident with an uninsured at-fault driver, you can use uninsured motorist coverage? This coverage protects you under these circumstances. How it works is that you make a claim against your own insurance company, for up to the limit of coverage, instead of against the other driver…. read more
When do I need to hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
The skills and experience of a professional lawyer is worth the money in most cases. Many claims involve complex legal rules, the severity of your injuries might cause compensation to differ from the norm or the insurance company is difficult to handle on your own. Below is a list of types of injuries and accidents… read more
Teen Driving Safety
Teens drivers are more likely to be distracted while driving. Texting and driving is very common among teens and it is important t0 make sure your teen understands the rules of the road to keep themselves and other drivers safe. Nearly 1/3 of all teen deaths between the ages of 16-19 are a result of… read more
How to Take a Dog Bite Case to Small Claims Court
Many dog-bite disputes never make it court due to negotiations between the injured person and the dog owner or insurance company. If you were injured by a dog, there are a few different options you have to take the case to court. Small claims court is typically recommended because in most states you can sue… read more