Understanding more about how a personal injury lawsuit works can help injured victims and their families make informed decisions about how to proceed with their cases. A personal injury lawsuit is filed against the liable party, or his or her insurer, to hold that party accountable for injuries caused by negligence or direct action. To
Residents can sue an assisted living facility for a fall that resulted from staff negligence. An assisted living facility, or its staff members, can be held liable for injuries a resident sustains in the presence of their care if the injuries result from the negligent or intentional actions of employees or the company. This is
If you have been exposed to benzene and believe that it has caused or contributed to your illness, you may consider filing a benzene exposure lawsuit. Benzene is a chemical that is commonly used in the manufacturing of plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, rubber, detergents, and other products. It is also a component of gasoline and other fuels. Benzene is
The first and most essential step in a lawsuit for incomplete spinal cord injuries is to obtain medical help shortly after the accident or incident. Next, keep a detailed record of all the information and documentation related to your case. You should then look for a lawyer with a record of handling spinal cord injury
After receiving a settlement after an accident, you may wonder, “can Medicaid take a personal injury settlement to cover medical bills?” If you sustain injuries and other damages in a personal injury case, a portion of your settlement may need to cover Medicaid and other types of healthcare that helped treat your injuries. What Does
Passengers can sue a cruise ship for a slip and fall accident when the company or its staff are negligent. The safety of passengers of all ages is supposed to be a top priority for cruise ships, but passenger injuries frequently keep the medical staff busy. Passengers on cruise ships face several dangers because the
The Illinois Appellate Court has ruled that UIM coverage must extend to pedestrians and bicyclists, even if the insurance policy explicitly states otherwise. As such, insurers in Illinois are required to pay benefits to insured victims regardless of whether they were occupants of a motor vehicle, or they were walking or riding a bicycle when
A compulsory medical examination is an oral and physical examination by a doctor who represents the insurance company on your claim. Some insurance companies refer to these examinations as independent medical examinations but don’t let the name mislead you. These doctors are not independent, as the court does not assign them. The doctor contracted for your compulsory
If you have been injured due to the negligence or misconduct of someone else, you should not be responsible for the medical costs that arise from the injury. Medical bills can be high, and in some cases can cause financial ruin. Whether you were injured in a car crash, fall, or other types of accident,
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