Secrets Kept from Juries: Volume 1 – Insurance There’s a dirty little secret in almost every personal injury trial. No one is allowed to talk about the defendant’s insurance. There’s talk about red lights, green lights, stop signs, icy sidewalks, injuries, but no insurance. Minnesotans…
Death of a loved one is the worst thing we go through. All those irritating problems in your life suddenly seem unimportant. All the joys of life are muted when you’re mourning a family member, especially after an unexpected death. And when you talk to…
Much like every other relationship, a lawyer-client relationship doesn’t always work out. An attorney might not give your case the attention it deserves, answer your calls promptly, or appear to possess the skills necessary to help you achieve a favorable result. Whatever the reason, you…
Drunk drivers cost the country more than $44 billion in accident-related damages every year. From medical bills and lost productivity to vehicle repairs and replacement services, the resulting expenses add up fast. Thankfully, victims are usually entitled to compensation for the damages they incur. Holding…
If you were bitten by a dog, there’s a good chance the owner will be on the hook for your medical bills, lost wages, and other associated damages. This is assuming, of course, that you didn’t provoke the animal and you weren’t trespassing on private…
While every dog bite claim is unique, those that end up yielding compensation for the victim all have one thing in common: sufficient evidence. If you were attacked by a dog, you’re going to have to prove both liability and damages in order to recover…
Living with a spinal cord injury (SCI) can cost more than $1 million in direct expenses, like medical bills, housing, and transportation, during the first year alone. While this amount drops considerably once the patient has reached maximum medical improvement, it can still amount to…
When you go out to eat with your family, it’s reasonable to assume you’ll return home in one piece. As many personal injury claimants have learned the hard way, though, that’s not always the case. From hot plates to broken glasses, restaurants pose all kind…
For those who get hurt in motor-vehicle collisions, the associated medical bills tend to add up fast. Even injured parties who have adequate health insurance can expect to receive invoices from the ambulance transport company, the emergency department, and the radiology lab where they underwent…
Most spinal cord injuries (SCIs) could have been prevented. Leading causes include motor-vehicle collisions, slip and falls, and violent altercations. Thankfully, if you’re recovering from an SCI because someone failed to act with reasonable care, you probably have grounds for legal action. Should you be…
