How do I pay expenses while I’m waiting for a case to be resolved?
This depends on your situation and insurance coverage. For instance, in an auto accident, many insurance companies have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) or Medical Payments ...
What do I do if an insurance company or attorney representing the defendant calls me?
You are under no obligation to talk to an insurance adjuster or attorney representing the defendant. Too often, out of a desire to seem helpful ...
What if my insurance pays my medical bills? Can I no longer pursue a claim?
You can definitely still pursue a claim even if your insurance company paid your medical bills. You’re still entitled to the cost of medical care, ...
Do I have to go to court?
Not necessarily. Many personal injury suits are settled out of court. Often they are settled with mediation, in which a third party, called the mediator, ...
Who files an injury claim for a child?
If the victim in a personal injury case is a child, a parent or guardian can file a claim on the child’s behalf. The parent ...
How long does a personal injury case take?
Just as the injuries resulting from a dog bite can vary drastically from those resulting from an auto accident, the duration of the corresponding personal ...
What if I’ve waited to file? How long is too long?
It’s crucial to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible, not only for your own peace of mind, but to enable us to ...
What is considered personal injury?
A personal injury case arises after an accident in which a person was injured due to another person’s negligence. That means the other person did ...