Proving Causation When Seeking Compensation for an Injury Accident
When someone is injured in an accident, he or she has the right to pursue compensation for damages suffered. To successfully recover compensation, the victim must prove his or her damages are a direct result of another party’s negligent actions. In other words, the victim must establish a causal link between the act and the […]
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Read MoreFiling a Claim for Lost Wages After an Accident in Wisconsin
If you are unable to work due to an injury caused by another person’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation for your lost wages. You must prove your injuries prevented you from working and that they were a direct result of someone else’s negligent actions. Our knowledgeable Green Bay personal injury lawyers are prepared […]
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Read MoreWhat Are Your Future Damages Worth in an Injury Claim?
Many accident victims may suffer permanent injuries that affect the rest of their lives. Victims may need to continue seeing doctors for treatment of their injuries long after their claim has been settled. They may also suffer loss of earning capacity, pain and suffering and other types of non-economic damages. These types of damages, known […]
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Read MoreWhat Factors Should Be Considered Before Settling an Injury Claim?
There are generally two ways accident victims recover compensation after an accident. They either settle the claim with the insurance company or take the case to court and let a jury decide. Once both parties agree to a settlement, and the agreement is signed, victims cannot obtain more compensation for their damages. That is why […]
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Read MoreHow Much Time Do Insurers Provide to Accept or Reject a Settlement Offer?
Insurance companies often make quick settlement offers after someone files a claim for compensation. You may be tempted to accept a quick settlement offer because you have medical bills and have lost wages because you missed work. It is important to remember you have time to consider the offer. It is often best to reject […]
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Read MoreFiling an Injury Claim on Behalf of an Injured Child
When children get seriously injured in an accident due to another’s negligence, it can significantly impact their families and loved ones. A parent or legal guardian may have the right to take legal action to seek compensation for their child’s medical expenses and pain and suffering, among other damages. While it may be possible to […]
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Read MoreCould an Injury Claim Be Worth More If Surgery is Required?
Medical treatment is always costly, especially if you suffer an injury in an accident that requires surgery. However, getting surgical care may not necessarily increase the value of an injury claim settlement. While surgery after an accident could increase the amount of compensation you may be eligible to receive, injury victims should not choose to […]
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Read MoreWhen Are Independent Medical Exams Warranted in Injury Claims?
If you were injured in an accident due to another’s negligence, you may be able to pursue compensation by filing a legal claim. You may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills and other related damages. However, before a payment is issued, the other party’s insurance company may request that you attend an […]
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Read MoreWould a Delay in Treatment After an Accident Impact My Claim?
After being injured in an accident, one of the most important things to do is seek medical care. You should not delay treatment, even if you think your injuries are minor. With certain injuries it can take days or weeks for symptoms to manifest. Getting treatment as soon as possible is critical to both your […]
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Read MoreTimeline To Receiving Funds From a Successful Case
Once the insurance company agrees to a settlement, most injury victims want nothing more than to wrap up of their case, obtain their compensation, and start paying off medical bills and other related-expenses. However, the settlement process is not so straightforward. There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration, such as the […]
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