You can file a personal injury claim if you were a passenger in a car accident. Depending on where you live, you could file a claim with the at-fault driver’s liability insurance and recoup compensation for your losses. However, this is easier said than done––especially if the driver of your vehicle acted negligently. You have …
How Does the Child Victims Act of 2023 Address Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)?
Maryland lawmakers seek to address many significant issues children in the state face, which they call Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The Child Victims Act of 2023 supports these plans by allowing adults who experienced sexual abuse as children to name the perpetrator and hold those who allowed the abuse legally accountable. If you believe you …
What Evidence Is Needed to Prove a Personal Injury Claim?
To prove a personal injury claim and demonstrate that your injuries and financial losses are the results of negligence by the liable party, you must present evidence such as medical records, police reports, and witness statements. A personal injury lawyer from our firm can help you collect related documentation to build your case. Types of …
What Evidence Pertaining to the Accident Should I Have?
If you have been in an accident, you can use several types of evidence to support your case. Certain evidence must prove negligence and liability, while others must support the extent of your injuries and how they affect your life. Police reports, medical records, forensic evidence, photographic evidence, and other examples of compelling evidence in …
Do I Still Have a Case if I Was Partially to Blame for the Accident?
You may still have a case even if you were partially to blame for the accident. Every state has different laws in place regarding shared liability. It is essential to understand which laws your state follows if you hope to gain insight into the value of your injury claim and the compensation you could win. …
How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
How much your personal injury case is worth depends on the details of your case. Each case is unique, so a personal injury lawyer from our firm can look at the details of the accident and the damages you suffered to determine the value of your case. If you are ready to pursue a personal …
Who Will Pay My Medical Bills in a Personal Injury Case?
In most personal injury cases, the liable party is who will pay your medical bills. You could file a personal injury lawsuit against them for damages. In other cases, you may receive compensation from an insurance company. If more than one party is found liable for your accident, then our personal injury lawyer will ensure …
Should I Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer or Deal Directly With the Insurance Company?
While you can deal directly with the insurance company, it may not be in your best interest. A personal injury lawyer can take the burden of building your case off your shoulders and protect you from bad-faith insurance practices. Instead of handling your case alone, have your personal injury attorney deal with the insurance claims …
Should I Seek Medical Treatment After a Car Accident Even if I Feel Fine?
You should always seek medical attention after a car accident, regardless of how you feel afterward. You won’t always feel the immediate symptoms of specific injuries, but they could have lasting effects later on without a proper diagnosis and treatment. A Diagnosis Could Reveal Underlying Injuries With Lasting Effects Some injuries won’t have noticeable symptoms …
When Is the Right Time To Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer?
After an accident, you should reach out to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible. You may even want to get started on your case now. The sooner you have an attorney working on your case, the better. The statute of limitations is already running, time-sensitive evidence may be on the line, and you …