A class action lawsuit is a lawsuit in which a large number of people (known as the “class”) who suffered very similar injuries from a single defendant all band together to file a single lawsuit against that defendant. The goal of class actions is to streamline litigation, instead of forcing every injured individual to fight their own case. Some class…

Should you file a lawsuit after someone else’s negligence causes you harm? Many injured people struggle with this question. They hear commentary on the news or on talk shows about “frivolous lawsuits.” They worry that their own case might be “making too much out of nothing,” or that the effort of bringing a lawsuit simply won’t be worth the settlement…

After an accident or injury, you may be struggling to handle your day to day tasks. Medical appointments, medications, and materials are piling up—and so are the bills. You may not be certain how you’re going to handle future costs and your family’s needs. If this situation sounds familiar, working with a personal injury lawyer to seek compensation may be…

An amputation occurs when a limb or appendage is separated from the rest of the body, either by surgery or due to a traumatic incident. About one in every 200 people in the United States has had an amputation at some point in their lives, and about 30,000 traumatic amputations happen every year nationwide. If you’ve had an amputation, you…

When dealing with insurance, it can seem as though terms and conditions are worded in a way that is purposely confusing. This can make selecting a policy, negotiating a policy, or even fighting the terms of a policy difficult. While the process can be confusing, simply becoming acquainted with some of the common terms used can be a great help.…