Monthly Archives: August 2023
How Negligence is Proven in a Personal Injury Claim
Personal injury claims are the means by which an injured person can pursue financial compensation for the losses they suffered in an unintentional injury event. Though, it is important to note that just because you or a loved one was injured in an accident, that does not always guarantee that you will have a… Read More »
What is Distracted Driving?
Every day in the United States, nine people will die in car accidents where a distracted driver has been reported to be involved, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC also cites 3,142 deaths from distracted drivers in 2019 alone. Distracted drivers are a very real problem and a safety… Read More »
Most Common Damages Personal Injury Claims Can Recover
Filing a personal injury claim is typically done to recover financial compensation for a victim’s losses. While the value of a personal injury claim can vary between victims, the types of damages that are calculated are usually similar. If you were injured in an unintentional injury accident, it might be possible to file a… Read More »
Why Would Your Injury Lawsuit Need an Expert Witness?
If another party injured you in an unintentional injury accident in Oregon, you may be able to file a claim against them for financial compensation. To be successful, you must prove that they were negligent in their actions, and to get the most from your claim, you must also show the extent of your… Read More »
How Are Spinal Cord Injuries Diagnosed?
The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center indicates that approximately 12,000 new spinal cord injury cases throughout the United States are reported annually. In 2010 there were a quarter of a million Americans who had a spinal cord injury. Anyone can suffer a spinal cord injury due mainly to the fact that this type… Read More »
Advantages and Disadvantages of Settling a Personal Injury Claim And Going to Court
You have been injured in an accident caused by another party’s careless and negligent actions. You meet with an attorney that advises you on filing a personal injury claim. It is never known how the claims process will work out, but the ultimate goal is to secure the total amount of compensation necessary to… Read More »