Legal Updates

How Long Can You Wait to Sue Someone? Plaintiffs have the right to sue another party for their claims. This claim could vary depending on the circumstance. But there is a different time restriction on when you could bring a claim against the other party. This depends on the state you’re...

Can I sue my doctor for not helping me? Going to visit the doctor, especially nowadays during the covid-19 pandemic, could be very difficult. There may be long lines, an understaffed medical department, and the constant fear of getting the covid-19 virus. Patients visit the hospital for treatment of their illnesses and injuries. Patients...

Can someone sue you after insurance pays? Let’s say you have settled a claim with the insurance company for a specific amount. Does this mean you cannot file another lawsuit after you agreed to a settlement? If so, who are you limited against? Is there a maximum amount you could receive? Below is...

Are lawsuit settlements taxable? Personal injury lawsuits either end up getting settled or go to trial in court. A settlement occurs prior to trial between both plaintiff and defendant and both parties work to come to a monetary dollar amount that will satisfy both parties. A settlement prevents both parties from...

A demand letter is often considered the “beginning” of a lawsuit. Specific wording in a demand letter can better help a plaintiff with their case. It can have a tremendous legal benefit, but not many people know what it is. General Overview A demand letter is a legal document that states...

Almost all personal injury cases involve proving negligence through evidence by the plaintiff. The plaintiff is the party that brings the lawsuit against the defendant. In trials where the plaintiff must prove negligence, the plaintiff must prove a variety of elements in order to show that defendant did not act within the...

Many are not aware of what arbitration is, and how arbitration could be used to the plaintiff’s advantage when asserting their legal claim against a defendant. It is important to hire experienced attorneys who are knowledgeable in arbitration disputes in order to be able to get just compensation. General Overview of an Arbitration...

Imagine two drivers decide to street race in the middle of the night. As they both rev their engines and drive down the street, one of the drivers of the car accidentally hits a pedestrian that was crossing the street. The pedestrian is severely injured and has thousands of dollars in...

During a trial, what are the parties called? What does each party have to prove? How much evidence should be offered in order to win over the jury? These are common questions that many ask during the jury trial process. Our experienced litigation attorneys at Heidari Law are here to help...

Let’s say you have invented a new type of Bluetooth headphone. These headphones have a larger battery bank and could last for hours. Also, the design is different from others on the market. What are the next steps to take? One of the main concerns inventors have is to prevent others from...