2017

  • Medical Malpractice 101: 4 Things You Should Know When Filing A Claim


    Doctors are meant to help the ill. Unfortunately, accidents and negligence can cause patients to suffer – instead of heal. If you, or a loved one, was harmed by a doctor, you are probably interested in learning about medical malpractice. In a nutshell, medical malpractice is a lawsuit that a patient files against a doctor. These lawsuits can result in monetary compensation or loss of the doctor's medical license. This can help patients deal with medical bills, lost wages, and mental anguish.
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  • When You Are Partially At Fault For Your Injuries: Determining Your Financial Compensation In A Personal Injury Case


    When you get into an accident that causes you injuries, you may have a viable personal injury lawsuit to file. Even when you are partially at fault for your injuries, you can still seek compensation. In fact, if you are 50% or less responsible for the accident that caused your injuries, you have the right to file a case against the liable party who was in the accident with you. While your compensation will be prorated based on your percentage of fault, you can still seek damages when you aren't able to work or take care of your medical bills.
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  • Do You Need An Attorney To File An Appeal?


    If you've recently received an unfavorable ruling in a personal injury case you brought against the person or company responsible for your injuries, you may be wondering what to do next. Even if your attorney took your case on a contingency-fee basis, ensuring you owed nothing for these legal services unless you prevailed at trial, you're likely still dealing with medical bills and other expenses for which you need compensation. However, the appellate process can be confusing, and you may not know how to proceed -- especially without an attorney.
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  • Why You May Be Able To Pursue An Out-Of-State Slip And Fall Injury Case In Your Home State


    Many people assume that personal injury lawsuits can only be lodged where those injuries took place. However, this isn't always the case; some scenarios may allow you to pursue an out-of-state injury case in your home state. For example, if you suffer a slip and fall injury in an out-of-state mall, these four scenarios may allow you to pursue the case in your home state: The Mall Owner Does Business in Your State
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  • Why Would A Veteran's Disability Claim Be Denied?


    After suffering from an injury, mental unrest, illness, or exposure to some hazardous substance, veterans are entitled to medical assistance and possible monetary compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs. Unfortunately, the medical support may not be as comprehensive as you'd like, and the money could be denied if your claim doesn't fit the Veterans Affairs (VA) disability system's requirements. If you're dealing with denials, long wait times, or constant requests for more information without getting something for your trouble, here's some info about the system and ways an attorney could help.
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  • What Should You Do With a Personal Injury Settlement Received on Behalf of an Incapacitated Relative?


    If your elderly parent is incapacitated so that an inpatient nursing home is the only option for his or her continued care, he or she may already be receiving Medicaid benefits to pay for this care. While receiving a settlement or judgment from the defendant can be a relief, for those dependent upon Medicaid for their care, these types of windfalls can often cause more problems than they solve. Read on to learn more about how special needs trusts (SNTs) can help preserve funds from a personal injury settlement to allow your relative to qualify for care while still providing the money for extras and needs above and beyond what may be provided by a nursing facility.
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