For many people, the concept of only paying an attorney after you secure a favorable settlement or verdict is exciting because most cannot afford to pay out of pocket. However, it is crucial that plaintiffs understand the ins-and-outs of such agreements before signing them. A contingency fee agreement is a contract that stipulates the percentage […]

No one wants to be involved in a car accident, even if it is a minor one. Any incident on the road can be inconvenient at the least and devastating in the worst circumstances. If you are a loved one is injured in a collision, you may have the right to a settlement from the

Going for a walk shouldn’t have to be dangerous, but the fact is that pedestrians are at risk every time they travel on foot. Sadly, in many cases of pedestrian accidents, it is the vehicle driver who is the culprit. There are many reasons why such terrible incidents arise, and often lead to the pedestrian

Intense medical dramas can be found on every major television network and streaming service. These shows are so popular precisely because drama is naturally created in hospital settings. When patients are affected by injuries following accidents or are unaware of some major medical condition(s), drama is inevitable. While watching one of these programs, have you

If you have a dangerous job, it is important for you to have a good understanding of workers’ comp. This is the system that compensates workers for any injuries they sustain while working. It is a complicated system and it can be difficult to understand all the ins and outs of it. A common question

In terms of law, when you’re in an accident, the person at fault has to pay for injuries and damages. Unfortunately, things aren’t always as cut and dry. Some wrecks may not be one hundred percent one person’s fault. If you’re involved in this type of situation, then the court will have to determine how

Parents of college students never want to get the news that something happened on campus. Unfortunately, this is a dark reality for a lot of parents. Their children are supposed to be at school, having fun and earning their education, when someone cuts their lives short. While murder isn’t common on school campuses, it has

Having a car accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and confused. In the aftermath of the trauma, you may wonder how to protect yourself against another driver’s legal action. Protecting your rights after a vehicle accident is a critical part of managing the situation. By filing a claim promptly with your insurance company, seeking medical

Construction jobs come with innate risks to personal health. While there are plenty of safety measures implemented by law to prevent accidents, they can still occur at a high rate. If you’re injured on the job, it’s important to understand what kind of compensation you’re entitled to and how to properly form a case. The

Interference with Custody or Visitation Divorce is an emotional and complicated experience for everyone — including any children involved. When deciding major issues such as child custody and child support the court always puts the best interests of the child first, with the hopes that the parents can do the same. Unfortunately, that is often