If a “survivor” disagrees with the total settlement amount or the amount that each survivor gets, the personal representative must get court approval before the settlement is finalized. [Read more…]
If someone’s negligence caused your injury, you want to maximize the value of your case. There is no guarantee that you settle your case.
However, if your case has value, here are 5 huge mistakes that can lead to a smaller settlement in your personal injury case: [Read more…]
This isn’t my case. A 42-year-old lady won a $180,000 verdict.
She had a cervical (neck) injury which required epidural injections. However, a small portion of the award ($15,000) was for pain and suffering. [Read more…]
If you’re in a motorcycle accident and you’re dealing with GEICO, you want to know all that you can. Here are some settlements and facts that you need to know. [Read more…]
In a personal injury case, one of the insurance companies may have their doctor examine you. Alternatively, they responsible party may have their doctor review your medical records.
Here, I talk about talk about how the insurance company having a doctor examine you can result in you receiving less money for your settlement. [Read more…]
Someone’s negligence may cause your nose fracture. If so, you may be able to recover your damages. [Read more…]
If you live in Illinois and are hurt in a Florida auto accident, different laws may apply to your case than if you live in Florida.
Different laws may also apply if you’re making a claim under a Illinois auto insurance policy (even if you live in Florida) and you’re hurt in a Florida auto accident. [Read more…]