Maximum medical improvement (MMI) means a patient has reached a point in their recovery where their condition is unlikely to improve over the next year with or without treatment. Permanent and stationary (P&S) means roughly the same thing. Below we’ve answered a few questions about MMI and P&S: How Might P&S Affect My Disability Payments? If you are receiving temporary disability benefits due to a work-related injury, those payments will probably stop once you reach P&S. … [Read more...]
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How Might Black Box Data Contribute to My Car Accident Claim?
If you were hurt in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident, there’s a good chance at least one of the vehicles involved was equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). Also known as “black boxes,” these devices track a number of operational specifics, and more than 9 out of 10 passenger cars and light-duty vehicles manufactured after 2012 have one. Big rigs are also equipped with EDRs, among other recording devices. Because of the metrics they record, black boxes often allow investigators to … [Read more...]
Statute of Limitations for Injury Lawsuits Against Government Entities in California
Bringing a personal injury claim against a government entity is not the same as bringing a claim against a private citizen or business. One key difference is the deadline that applies to filing the lawsuit. This deadline is often referred to as the “statute of limitations.” The typical statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits is two years from the date of injury or one year from the date when the injury was discovered, or should have reasonably been discovered. But if you want to … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Injuries Caused by Concealed Holes on Properties
Concealed holes are a dangerous hazard that many property owners overlook. If you tripped or fell into a hole on someone else’s property, you may be wondering if you have grounds for a personal injury claim. The answer to this question depends on the circumstances. The easiest way to find out if your case has merit and how best to proceed is to speak with a premises liability lawyer. That said, you may find it helpful to learn the answers to some frequently asked questions about these cases. … [Read more...]
Statute of Limitations for Bicycle Accident Lawsuits in California
If you were recently involved in a bicycle accident, you probably sustained serious injuries. After all, bikes provide no protection whatsoever from forceful impacts. While your top priority should certainly be your health, it is wise to discuss the situation with a personal injury attorney as soon as your condition stabilizes. If it turns out you have grounds for legal action against the motorist who struck you, there will be a strict deadline for filing the lawsuit. In the state of … [Read more...]
How to Document a Car Accident Scene
If you’ve ever been involved in a serious collision, then you know how nerve-racking the aftermath can be. This is especially true when a person suffers an injury or dies. The rush of adrenaline can make it difficult to think clearly, but taking the right steps while at the car accident scene not only could help protect your safety and the lives of others, but also could improve your chances of recovering compensation in the subsequent claim. Although your attorney can gather evidence on your … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Hit and Run Pedestrian Accident Claims
The process of recovering from serious injuries can be long and arduous. This is especially true after a pedestrian accident since the injuries are often catastrophic. Broken bones, scarring, and brain trauma are all common. If the driver who caused the accident fled the scene, you may be worried about both your financial future and your physical health. If you’re not sure how to cover your medical bills and other damages, you should schedule a free consultation with a pedestrian accident … [Read more...]
Can You Sue for Punitive Damages If Defendant Was Drunk or on Drugs?
There are two categories of damages that might be available after a personal injury or wrongful death: compensatory damages and punitive damages. Compensatory damages encompass the economic and non-economic losses arising from the tort. They are awarded to make the victim(s) “whole again.” Punitive damages, however, are intended to punish the defendant and to deter similar transgressions in the future. Every successful personal injury or wrongful death case will yield some amount of … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Lyft & Uber Accidents Involving Motorcyclists
Even a slow-speed motorcycle crash has the potential to cause devastating injuries. When an accident victim incurs significant medical bills and other damages, insurance companies have more incentive to deny or undervalue their claim. The process of recovering fair compensation can be especially complicated when a rideshare service is involved. Read on to learn the answers to some frequently asked questions about Uber and Lyft accidents involving motorcyclists: 1. Who can I sue after a … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Lyft & Uber Accidents Involving Bicyclists
There were at least 107 traffic accident deaths involving Uber vehicles between 2017 and 2018. Over that same timeframe, thousands of Uber and Lyft vehicles were involved in collisions that caused serious injuries. If you were harmed or lost a family member in a bicycle accident that involved a rideshare service, you may be entitled to monetary damages. Unfortunately, auto insurance companies use all sorts of strategies to reduce the amount of compensation paid out to claimants. This is … [Read more...]
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