How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Case?
Our personal injury clients often ask this question. And it’s not an easy one to answer. Whether the case goes to trial or both parties agree on a settlement before then, settling a case can take time. Cases that involve negligence, a car accident, slip and fall, or other matter can be complex. Ongoing medical […]
Latest News in Catholic Church Sexual Abuse Cases
It looks as if the courts in two major U.S. states are finally starting to rule in favor of sexual assault victims, rather than protecting the perpetrators or institutions that have been engaged in sexual misconduct for generations. The latest chess piece to fall following the passage of New York’s Child Victims Act, which allows […]
Psychological Damages in an Injury Claim
A serious physical injury can have psychological and emotional effects, including anxiety, depression, and conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Psychological injuries can have drastic impacts on a person’s life. As such, they are considered a form of personal injury and an accident victim can sometimes recover compensation for psychological damages. Continue reading to […]
Recent Game-Changing NY Child Victims Act Ruling
The Child Victims Act (CVA) was signed into law on February 14, 2019, by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Since then, 44 complaints were filed against the Diocese of Rockville Center, which argued the law violates the Due Process Clause of the state constitution. Supreme Court Judge Steven Jaeger of Nassau County, however, said the […]
What Damages Can You Recover After an Eye Injury?
An eye injury is often severe and can involve permanent loss of vision or blindness. Depending on the type of accident and injury, it can require extensive treatment, including surgery. If you’ve recently suffered an eye injury, you might be wondering what types of damages you may be entitled to by law; some examples include […]
How to Choose a Personal Injury Attorney in Los Angeles
In a city as big as Los Angeles, there are many personal injury lawyers and firms. Choosing one takes some work because not only is it important for an attorney to have the right experience, but some are not as credentialed and reputable as it may seem. With the right personal injury attorney, you get […]
What Is Considered a Catastrophic Injury?
A catastrophic injury can happen on the job, while driving a car, or when doing something generally safe such as going for a walk or doing chores at home. What makes an injury catastrophic? For one, it is life-changing; a victim’s life is never the same as before the injury occurred. Catastrophic injuries are permanent. […]
How Much Will I Get for Pain and Suffering from a Car Accident?
The amount of compensation you receive from a car accident depends on many factors. No two cases are the same. When it comes to pain and suffering, the individual impact of an injury will always be different from someone else’s; this is not something an insurance carrier will consider. That’s why you need a car […]
Common Injuries from Rollover Accidents and Crashes
Although not the most common types of car accidents, rollover accidents are the most dangerous. A rollover crash is when a vehicle’s roof contacts the ground during a crash. It can cause occupants to be ejected or crushed. In 2018, rollover car accidents accounted for 29% of all passenger vehicle occupant fatalities (but involve less […]
California Laws on Dog-Bite Liability
California has “strict liability” laws regarding dog bites. These are covered under California Civil Code section 3342. In most instances, pet owners are liable for injuries caused by dogs, even if their animal had never been vicious, the owner didn’t know they were, or their animal instincts took over and there was a way to […]