Three Things You Should Never Do If a Dog Bites Your Loved One

Posted on: 30 September 2015
When your loved one is bitten by a dog, the actions you take determine whether he or she gets the relevant compensation for his or her injuries. In such instances, what you do not do is just as important as what you don't do. Here are three things you shouldn't do: Argue with the Dog Owner There is nothing legally wrong with arguing with the owner of the dog, but it isn't likely to help you much.
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4 Reasons To Hire A Car Crash Attorney

Posted on: 15 September 2015
If you have been involved in a car accident in which the opposite party was at fault, then you may consider suing in order to receive compensation for your medical costs, vehicle damages, and more. However, in order to do this successfully, you probably want to consider hiring a car crash attorney. Here are four reasons why: 1. Attorneys are Familiar with the Laws: First off, the laws vary from state to state and, most likely, you may not be clear on all the rules of the specific state in which the accident has occurred.
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State By State Considerations In Personal Injury Cases

Posted on: 6 August 2015
Going to a personal injury lawyer to talk about a case? Here are some things that you may want to go over, depending on your state of residence. Each state has a different set of rules about personal injury cases and compensation. Part of the personal injury attorney's job is to make clients aware of how things work in a particular state. Statute of Limitations Each state has its own statute of limitations, depending on what kind of party is being sued.
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3 Benefits Of A Structured Settlement Annuity

Posted on: 24 June 2015
If you have recently reached a settlement agreement with an insurance company or individual for a personal injury lawsuit, you have two options before you. You could take all the money from the settlement upfront, which is known as a lump sum payment. Or you could have the settlement paid out in payments over a set period of time. This is commonly known as a structured settlement annuity. Choosing a structured settlement annuity comes with specific financial and tax benefits.
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