Medical Records in Personal Injury Cases
Do you need medical records in personal injury cases? Personal injury cases require a lot of evidence. This is because the injured party carries the burden of proving that the defendant injured them – and this is not always easy to do. Think about the four elements required to have a successful case: Duty –…
What is the Insurance Company’s Nuisance Value of a Case?
What is the insurance company’s nuisance value of a case? Insurance companies are businesses; therefore, they are extremely cautious when it comes to determining settlement value in a case. Sometimes, the nuisance value of a settlement enters into play, especially when there are multi-million-dollar settlements on the table. What is the Nuisance Value? Insurance claims…
What are the Most Common Broken Bones in an Auto Accident?
What are the most common broken bones in an auto accident? Many adults go through life never experiencing a broken bone. However, their first broken bone tends to occur in a motor vehicle accident. An accident increases the chances of a fracture because of the impact. While almost any bone is at risk for a…
The SnapChat Lawsuit and How it Might Affect Your Own
What is a SnapChat lawsuit? SnapChat has been the primary focus of multiple distracted driving lawsuits; however, one recent incident is nothing short of disturbing. SnapChat’s recent addition of its speed filter – a filter that shows how fast a person is going at the time he or she “snaps” and shares – has been…
Understanding IFCA and Bad Faith Claims
What are the keys to understanding IFCA and bad faith claims? If your insurance company denies a claim for benefits, and you are legally entitled to those benefits, then you may have the opportunity to file a Bad Faith Claim against the insurance company. Understanding the IFCA The Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA) is legislation…
How Do Attorneys Value Your Injuries?
How do attorneys value your injuries? Your type of injuries and their extent is a critical factor in determining settlement value of your personal injury case. Your attorney will look at the amount of money you have spent on your injuries, known as your medical special damages. These damages are key indicators in the personal…
What Happens When You and Your Attorney File a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
What happens when you and your attorney file a personal injury lawsuit? A personal injury lawsuit begins when the complaint is filed with the court. The complaint is a legal document that identifies the defendant and your legal basis for filing the suit against that defendant. Facts are cited and the complaint is filed within…
What to Do if You’re in a Boating Accident
What should you do if you’re in a boating accident? Summer is now officially in full swing. However, boating season will continue well into October. If you are taking out your own boat or getting onto someone else’s, it is imperative that you stay safe on the water. Boating accidents can be especially tragic, and…
13 Factors That Could Affect Your Personal Injury Claim Outcome
What factors could affect your personal injury claim? There are dozens of factors that can play a role in the value of a personal injury claim – and there are some that can completely eliminate the opportunity to collect compensation. It is important that you understand what influences your claim – whether positively or negatively…
Things to Know About IFCA
There are things to know about IFCA. If you have never heard about IFCA, then you may be confused to find that it plays a critical role in your insurance claims. Washington’s Insurance Fair Conduct Act (IFCA) creates strict rules of conduct for insurers, but also those who deal with insurance companies operating in the…
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