Introduction Losing a loved one is devastating. It can be even more traumatic when the death was caused by someone else’s negligence or misconduct. In these situations, a wrongful death claim can provide a way for surviving family members to seek justice. But what exactly is a wrongful death claim, and how does it work …
Most drivers are adequately insured but not all. In fact, some of the more dangerous drivers are not. Maybe they have had multiple DUIs; most insurance companies will not insure such a high-risk driver or if they do it is for low amounts of insurance. In such a case, most people have uninsured motorist coverage […]
Why These Injuries Go Undiagnosed Brain injuries are often missed. One hundred fifty-three people die each day in the US from complications associated with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) according to the Centers for Disease Control. TBI’s go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed because emergency rooms are often busy and hectic; doctors are busy, and the brain […]
Have you been injured in a car accident? You may not know when or if you should talk to an attorney after experiencing an injury in a car accident. The insurance company has trained professionals that are supposed to be looking out for your best interest, but as you work with the adjuster you’re not […]
When Dogs Attack Dogs are wonderful pets if they are properly trained and cared for. When they are not, then they can become unsafe and dog bites/attacks can occur. The wrong dog can cause serious injuries and leave you emotionally and physically scarred. If this happens, seek legal help sooner than later. Dog owner liability […]
Homeowners Insurance Claims For most people, their most significant asset is their home. Homeowner’s insurance is normally required to secure a mortgage for your home. If you’re fortunate enough not to have a mortgage, homeowner’s insurance is still a wise purchase to protect your investment. After you purchase homeowner’s insurance, you faithfully pay your premiums […]
Who’s at fault for my car accident? After a car accident, questions of why it occurred must be analyzed to determine who was at fault. Assessing fault is even more critical when the crash resulted in injuries or wrongful death. If you’re injured, the most important thing is to focus on getting the right medical […]
What Damages Can You Receive? Imagine someone causes an accident and injures you, you may be wondering about what damages you might be able to receive. You may have heard you can receive compensation for pain and suffering, but may not know how that is determined. These are known as non-economic damages. Also, the law […]
Jury Awards Woman $36 Million A Dallas jury returned a $36 million verdict against Honda for a woman who was paralyzed in a rollover crash. The woman became paralyzed on November 15, 2015. She was a passenger in an Uber when they were t-boned in a Dallas intersection. She was 23-years-old. The Dallas police stated […]
What Every Policyholder Should Know When you buy insurance, and the insurance company accepts your premium, part of that premium is held in trust, to cover claims. It is not the insurance company’s money. It is your money. Because of this, the law requires the insurance company to treat you fairly. They are not supposed […]