Unexpected injuries can leave victims with piles of medical bills and keep them from work for long periods of time. Some injuries can even affect a victim's quality of life. If you were seriously injured due to the negligence or wrong doing of another person or entity, you are entitled to compensation for your medical bills, absence from work, loss of assets, and your pain and suffering.That is why it is crucial you hire an experienced injury attorney in Cedar Rapids to fight for you and your best interests while you are recovering and doing...Continue Reading...
The aftermath of a traumatic accident is chaotic. When someone else in New Orleans leaves you injured because of their negligent actions, you’ll likely be in shock and unsure of how to move forward. Filing a personal injury claim is a smart step if you hope to recover compensation for your losses. But, if you’ve never taken legal action before, then the claims process can be overwhelming.At Smiley Law Firm, LLC, we have an experienced team ready to fight for you in the courtroom. Many people make mistakes when filing personal injury...Continue Reading...
If you’ve been injured, you may be due compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, a single mistake could lead to you losing the compensation you should have received for your losses. That’s tough, especially considering how expensive your injuries could be. Fortunately, you have a chance to recover if you avoid some of the following common mistakes that many people filing a personal injury claim make. That means more compensation for your future and a better chance of recovery. Underestimating Your Claim’s WorthMany...Continue Reading...
When you're hurt because someone else is being careless, it's not easy to recover. You're hurt, and that can make it difficult to act fast. Unfortunately, you may not have time to delay. The statute of limitations, or time limits, on your claim may be closing in. You only have a short time to act after your injury, and if you don't act in time, the consequences could leave you paying for your injuries out of pocket. If you’re seeking compensation, you may need to talk to your lawyer about your claim and how much...Continue Reading...
When you’re hurt, you want to just focus on your recovery and get the compensation you need to pay for that recovery. However, that compensation may be worth more than you initially think. If you have a serious, long-term injury, you may need to speak with your lawyer about the effects of your injuries. When calculating a personal injury claim, it’s important to think about the long-term effects, not just the current issues you’re facing. Luckily, your attorney understands that, and they can help you approach your claim the...Continue Reading...
Personal injury claims can be complex, especially when you aren’t familiar with the legal process. The goal is to maximize your settlement and ensure that all of your damages are accounted for, but doing so will require solid evidence that proves negligence against the defendant. Whether you were injured in a car accident or a slip-and-fall accident, the process is the same.At The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo, our attorneys have an in-depth knowledge of personal injury litigation. Regardless of how you were injured, we can support you in...Continue Reading...
Criminal injury law provides a way for an injured party to be compensated after another party’s negligence or act caused harm to the plaintiff.Although there are many ways that responsibility for the harm can be proven, there are also a multitude of ways that the injury can happen.In this article, we’ll list some of the most common types of claims, and some examples of each.Auto accident injuriesInjury claims that involve automobile accidents are common. In 2015, injuries from automobile accidents were the second leading cause of emergency...Continue Reading...
Most personal injury claims are the result of a person acting negligently. Negligence occurs when a person fails to act as a reasonably prudent person would act in a given set of circumstances, and when those actions cause harm to another person. The harmed person must be someone that the negligent person owed a duty to, but this is often rather broad. For instance, in car accident cases, a driver owes a duty to drive reasonably, and that duty is owed to all other drivers, passengers, pedestrians and basically anyone who is in the vicinity. In...Continue Reading...