If you believe that you have been the victim of negligence resulting in an injury, you may be able to make a personal injury claim. The problem is that taking a personal injury claim to court is not as simple as saying, "That guy hurt me." Instead, you need to be able to back up your claim with solid evidence. Knowing what evidence to gather, how to gather it, and how to build it into a good case is key to a successful trip to the courtroom, and for that you need the help of a good lawyer.
10 February 2015
Oftentimes, when a person goes to a chiropractor for care, they are trying to find relief for pain. Unfortunately, when a chiropractor makes an adjustment that is not exact, it can cause serious injuries. Sometimes, when a chiropractor manipulates incorrectly, existing injuries are worsened or new injuries are caused. When this happens, the chiropractor can be sued for malpractice. Here, you will learn a little about the two main categories of lawsuits filed against negligent chiropractors.
10 February 2015
You may have heard the term "class action lawsuit" but might not know what it means. A class action suit is one where a lot of people, or class, sue one particular person or company. There are several reasons why this may happen. Common Reasons for Class Action Lawsuits One common reason that a class action suit gets filed is because of reactions to medications. For example, if a lot of people have suffered from adverse reactions or died because of a particular medication, they or their family may file a lawsuit against the company who manufactured the medication.
3 February 2015
It is common knowledge that hiring an attorney can be expensive. Sadly, because of this, many small businesses choose not to have legal counsel in attempts to save money. This can hurt them in the long run and can actually cost them more if they get sued. For this reason, it is important that small businesses have an attorney that they use to handle their legal needs. Here are a couple ways that you can save money when hiring a corporate attorney, such as Strauss Troy.
27 January 2015
The Social Security Disability system can be unintentionally difficult for legitimate sufferers in need of financial assistance. In order to keep funds available for deserving applicants and reduce fraud, only the most exacting or obvious disability applications should be accepted. If you feel that you've been swept up in an overzealous denial policy, consider a few techniques to enhance your claim's worthiness at the claims office. Fill In The Gaps Faster With Mobile Devices
15 January 2015
If you're part of the "sandwich generation" -- the generation who find themselves still responsible for minor or college-aged children while also caring for an elderly parent -- you may be looking for ways to defray the costs of this dual caregiving. Fortunately, there are ways to receive compensation for parental care while still helping your parent maintain eligibility for Medicaid skilled nursing care in the future. Read on to learn the steps you should take to secure compensation for your services.
14 January 2015
Are you facing charges for aiding and abetting a crime? Are you worried that your connection to a criminal or a crime could land you in legal trouble? States have various laws on the books to make sure that all participants in a crime are charged appropriately. Those laws often distinguish between principals and accessories. Principals are those who actually commit the crime in question. Accessories are those who assist the principal in committing the crime or covering it up.
7 January 2015
Are you and your spouse considering divorce, but are worried because of the high costs involved? If so, you might be able to save money on your divorce by sharing a lawyer, but this is not always the best option. Here are three things to consider before making the decision to share a lawyer, and it is best to really think about these things beforehand. Understanding of Rights The very first thing to know about sharing a lawyer is that this decision will result in having a lawyer that is simply there to complete the legal paperwork.
5 January 2015
