What is a Contingency Fee?
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When initiating a lawsuit against the other party, usually plaintiff has already spent thousands of dollars for their medical bills, or has been out of a job for months trying to recover from their injuries. There are four ways attorneys are paid for their work: flat fee, retainer fee, hourly fee, or a...
Gross Negligence vs. Ordinary Negligence
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Negligence is somewhat of a complex legal term to explain. Gross negligence and ordinary negligence are two different types of ways to prove negligence. Both have different elements you must prove in order to make a claim in court. That is why it is very important to hire an experienced personal injury...
Suing for Emotional Distress
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The common question that many clients have when bringing forth a personal injury negligence lawsuit against a defendant is if they could sue for emotional distress. And if so, how they could prove it. Personal injury accidents not only involve physical harm and injuries, but it may also involve emotional distress. Physical...
Are Punitive Damages Taxable?
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Imagine the court has ruled in your favor, the plaintiff. The court also determines that punitive damages should be awarded against the defendant. Several thoughts run through your mind. What even are punitive damages? How would the fees be calculated? Are punitive damages taxed? When Can Punitive Damages be Awarded? In...
A Guide to Accidental Death and Dismemberment Lawsuits
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If your car accident or accidental death and dismemberment claim has been denied and you aren’t sure why you, then you may need the help of an experienced attorney. It may be hard to comprehend a claim denial, especially when you have to also deal with the death of a loved...
Neurological Injuries After a Car Accident
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Did you feel as though you “weren’t the same” after an accident? Did you experience any migraines, or numbness after your accident? Do you still experience any of those problems? Symptoms like these may be indications of a long-term neurological problem and you should seek medical help immediately. You should also...
Unlicensed Contractors: Laws in California and Nevada
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Thinking of getting construction work done on your home? Already had construction, but found out your contractor was not licensed? Various states have different rules and regulations when it comes to housing contractors. This specific area of law has a complicated set of rules and regulations, that is why it is...
What is Negligence? How is it Proven?
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The words “negligent” and “negligence” are common words heard in the legal field. Negligence is the legal basis for all personal injury lawsuits. Negligence is a legal topic that has several elements a plaintiff must be required to prove when bringing a lawsuit to court. Negligence cases can be best described...
E. Coli Poisoning
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About 40 million Americans experience food poisoning each year. The most common type of food poisoning is an E. coli infection. E. Coli, also known as Escherichia Coli, is a bacteria that can be found in the intestines. In the medical field, researchers have categorized E. coli into two categories: harmless...