In order to win a product liability claim, the plaintiff must prove the existence of a defect. In other words, the plaintiff must show the product’s possession of some type of flaw. (more…)
How To Handle A First Party Claim?
If your own car insurance policy must be used to cover the costs of an accident for which another driver was responsible, then you should plan on submitting a first party claim. (more…)
How Juries Play A Role In Out-of-Court Settlements
Both the insurance company and the plaintiff’s lawyer have a strong interest in thoughts about a jury’s possible verdict, in relation to a specific, negotiated claim. That fact helps to underscore the jury’s role in out-of-court settlements. (more…)
Could You Handle A Personal Injury Claim On Your Own?
How badly did the things that happened to you during the accident harm you? Did any of those same things do damage to some of your property? If so, how much damage? (more…)
Guidelines For Determining Fault After Injury-Causing Accident
An accident could cause harm to one or more of the involved individuals. Any injured party would suffer damages. Who should pay for those damages? (more…)
Gain Insight Into Settlement Related Health Insurance Claims
If the victim of an accident were to get injured, and if that same victim had purchased health insurance, then that health insurance provider might cover a majority of the medical expenses. Consequently, following agreement on a settlement, the health insurance company would expect to be reimbursed for its payments to those that had treated the injured victim. (more…)
What Do Lawyers Consider Before Taking A Personal Injury Case?
When personal injury lawyers meet with a potential client, that consultation provides the attorney with a chance to learn about the possible client’s case. By learning about that specific case, the consulted attorney can determine whether or not to agree to take-on the claims that reflect a dispute between 2 parties. (more…)
How Do Medical Bills Sent To An Injured Pedestrian Get Paid?
Three different factors determine the amount of money received by a pedestrian that was hit by a motor-driven vehicle. The location of the injury-causing incident also has an effect on the way that the pedestrian gets compensated for damages. (more…)
Some Basic Facts About Accident Claims And Settlements
Someone that has been injured in an accident has the right to file a personal injury claim. Most claimants go after a settlement, in order to get compensated for their losses. (more…)
How To Negotiate With The Insurance Company In Order To Get Fair Settlement?
Getting compensated for injuries sustained in an accident is a must. A personal injury lawyer in North Bay understands that after a doctor has examined an injured victim, then he/she can take the steps that should lead to the start of negotiations with the insurance company. Yet, those negotiations should not get underway until the treatment has finished, allowing the victim’s attainment of maximum medical improvement. (more…)