In cases where someone’s death is the fault of another person or an entity such as a car manufacturer or drug maker, the survivors of the deceased may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. These types of lawsuits usually seek compensation related to the death, which may include funeral expenses, lost wages, loss...Read More

In the United States, tens of thousands of personal injury cases are filed each year. Most of these claims involve injury due to some form of negligence, which leads to accidental or unintentional injuries. These are some of the most common types of personal injury claims introduced in state and federal courts throughout the country....Read More

After a car accident, one of the essential steps to take for insurance claim purposes is to decide which driver is at fault. Often, the at-fault driver is negligent, which is basically defined as not using caution or reasonable care behind the wheel, or impaired such as in a DUI case. However, sometimes the person...Read More

When filing a personal injury claim, some people may wonder whether they need a lawyer. Often, the reasons are financial. Hiring a personal injury lawyer can be expensive and if you’re seeking damages, it may seem like you will get more money if you don’t have to pay a lawyer. However, in many cases an...Read More

If you’re filing a personal injury claim, you’ll need to consult with a lawyer in order to make sure that you get the best possible compensation for your injury. But you shouldn’t just choose any lawyer to help you with your case. It’s important to have a personal injury lawyer on your side who is...Read More

Every year, several thousands of people are injured in slip and fall accidents — some of them with serious injuries. Slipping or tripping on a flight of stairs, bad flooring, rough ground patches, and wet or icy are as are all part of this legal category. Who is liable for slip and fall injuries? It...Read More

Medical malpractice suits can be complex in many ways, including the types of damages that can be recovered. Patients who are injured by medical malpractice can sue for a range of damages beyond medical bills, including future earnings, loss of enjoyment of life, and more. In cases where negligence or malpractice have resulted in death,...Read More

For victims of sexual harassment in the workplace, the experience is often overwhelming. Many people who are sexually harassed at work feel powerless and unable to defend themselves, out of fear of losing their jobs. It’s important to understand that workplace sexual harassment is illegal in the United States, under both state and federal law....Read More

Vehicle recalls have made headlines lately, with the widespread and unfortunate safety problems occurring in Toyota Jeeps. A recall is issued when a hazardous defect is discovered that potentially affects a line of vehicles—a certain make and model that was manufactured in a given year or range of years. Recalled vehicles can pose a danger...Read More

Defective products can cause damages to people or property, injury, or even death. In the United States, consumer rights laws allow you to file product liability lawsuits against the manufacturers of defective products, and seek compensation for the damage caused by the product’s malfunction. Is the product defective? If you’re considering a product liability lawsuit,...Read More