The percentage of personal injury claims that go to court is around 5 percent. This is because sometimes the injury is not that serious and sometimes people prefer settling outside the court. They are reluctant to take their case to the court because of the fear of the jury. However, personal injury cases are heard…
Making the decision who gets what when you die is one thing. Having the legal paperwork to ensure that things are done the way you want them done is another, and when it comes to hiring what professional to get the job done, choosing an estate planning attorney over an accountant is a wise decision….
In 1972, Ford Motor Company was the defendant in a criminal case charging them with reckless homicide and criminal recklessness. This followed a highly controversial civil case in which Ford had to pay almost $3 million in compensatory damages and $125 million in punitive damages, which was later reduced to $3.5 million. What these cases…
Having a legal document that decides what happens to your estate after your demise is essential. A will and testament ensure your loved ones get what they deserve without any disputes. Most people avoid making a will but it can cost you a lot since life offers no certainty. Leaving the most important decisions of…
Being injured is never a good thing, and we do not wish it on anyone but, when this happens, you have many issues to handle in addition to caring for your wounds. It gets even more complicated if you are injured or have been in an accident that was caused by another person’s lack of…
As a business owner, you’ll surely want the best for your company. You’ve worked hard for so many years to get what you’ve achieved and you can’t just lose everything in a snap. However, if your business faces a big lawsuit and you lost, then, you may also end up losing everything you’ve built. These…
Getting seriously injured is always a traumatic experience. It can be even worse if it occurs due to someone else’s negligence. Going through this experience isn’t necessarily the only consequence. You may also have to undergo treatment and therapy, and it is likely that you will be prevented from working, and therefore, face financial challenges….
By definition, workers’ comp, or workers’ compensation is the process where the insurance company pays the financial replacement and other benefits because the employee was injured while doing their job. The insurance provider should pay for all the medical bills, and they should pay two-thirds of the employee’s paycheck, but in some cases, this is…
The world’s most popular weedkiller, Roundup, sparked a series of lawsuits that resulted in groundbreaking wins for plaintiffs. The legal claims centered around accusations that Roundup maker Monsanto buried information about the cancer risk associated with its popular product. Meanwhile, the agrochemical giant was bought by Bayer, which vowed to resolve the inherited legal problem…
No one wants to find themselves in need of a legal proceeding—but sometimes life requires it. Sometimes you’re facing charges or wondering if you should be pressing charges. Sometimes you are filing a claim that is a little unique and so will likely be going to court. It can be confusing and daunting and leave…
