There’s a lot to consider after an accident. In addition to addressing accident-related injuries and pain, most people’s top concern following an accident is money. Unfortunately, financial issues often accompany personal injuries, including high medical bills, lost time at work, and more. This often leads people to accept the first settlement offer...
Studies indicate that drivers on the road at night are about three times more likely than daytime drivers to be involved in a serious automobile accident. The reason for this is that driving at night presents several risks that aren’t present during the day. In this article, we examine some of...
Anyone who has undergone a medical procedure knows that pain sometimes comes with the territory. However, when it comes to medical malpractice, not all pain is created equal. In other words, while certain types of pain are unavoidable, others may be compensable in a lawsuit if medical malpractice is involved. In this...
Although we hope for the best when addressing a medical issue with a doctor or other healthcare professional, we don’t always get the outcomes we desire. Unfortunately, this is just the nature of medical treatment. However, sometimes, a poor medical outcome is not the result of the uncertain nature of medicine and...
No one wants to be involved in an auto accident. However, should you ever find yourself in this situation, you certainly don’t want to make the situation worse. Unfortunately, people often make easily avoidable mistakes following car accidents. In this article, we examine the top five mistakes that people make after...
If you’ve been hurt in an accident of any kind, you should seek legal guidance as soon as possible. With an experienced personal injury attorney on your side, your odds of success increase drastically. But how do you choose the right attorney? The first step in this process is asking the...
There are several types of medical malpractice. One common form of medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare provider makes prescription errors. However, not all prescription errors necessarily rise to the level of malpractice. Therefore, following a prescription error resulting in harm or injury, it is advisable to consult with an experienced medical...
Economic and non-economic damages are typically available in medical malpractice suits. Non-economic damages reimburse injured parties for intangible harms they’ve suffered, such as physical and emotional pain. In this article, we discuss non-economic damages in medical malpractice suits in New York.
Difference Between Economic Damages and Non-Economic Damages
When you file a car accident lawsuit, prior lawsuits can have an effect on your case. Although every car accident case is unique, plaintiffs sometimes face hurdles for a second car accident, with defense attorneys attempting to label them “habitual litigants.” In fact, even if a second car...
A car accident is often a frightening experience. Not only must victims contend with the pain and suffering of accident-related injuries, but they also must face the stress of trying to determine how to pay expensive car accident medical bills. This often leaves victims wondering who pays the medical bills after an...
