A class action lawsuit is a lawsuit where a lawyer represents a group of people who are claiming damages against a product or company. On average, 191 class action lawsuits are filed every year. The average maximum dollar loss for annual class action suits is $652 billion. If you were harmed by a household product, medication, or procedure, there may be a class action lawsuit that you can join. What Type of Class Action Lawsuits Are There?
15 January 2015
Do you feel that your local city, state, or federal government is responsible for injuries you have sustained? Are you planning on filing a lawsuit against this agency? If so, it's crucial that you check out the below information right now. Government agencies have extremely strict filing procedures, and if you don't follow these procedures correctly, your case can be thrown out before it ever gets to court. Read on for 5 ways to lose your personal injury case against a government agency before it even begins.
6 January 2015
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a filing option available for people who don't have the income to support a Chapter 13 repayment plan. If your debts have surpassed your ability to pay and you have no other alternatives, you may be able to qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing. Before you file the paperwork, though, it's important to understand what Chapter 7 is and what the process entails. Chapter 7 Basics
26 December 2014
Having your workers compensation claim denied can come as a shock. You may even feel betrayed. After all, you put a lot of effort into your job. When your company refuses to take care of you when you're injured in the course of your job duties, it's not only a financial blow, it's an emotional blow as well. But a denial is not necessarily the last word. Whether intentionally or not, workers compensation companies sometimes incorrectly deny claims.
22 December 2014
You survived the car accident; the next step is not allowing your emotional health to fall victim to stress and worry. A vehicle accident is always a traumatic event, regardless of whose fault it was or how badly people were injured. Even the most minor fender bender is upsetting to most people—there's always that little nagging voice in the back of your head telling you how much worse it could have been.
2 September 2014
Being an independent contractor or small business owner gives you a large degree of control over your own work, but this arrangement comes with its own financial risks. One of the biggest financial risks is that you cannot claim workers compensation after an injury. However, if you were injured while working for a client, there may be exceptions to this rule. If you can prove that your relationship was an employee-employer relationship rather than a contractor-client relationship, you may be entitled to workers compensation.
2 September 2014
Getting divorced is never an enjoyable experience, but it doesn't have to be a process that makes you feel dumped on or overlooked when you're negotiating things like child custody and alimony. Here are three things you can do to protect your best interests throughout your divorce proceedings: Hire a Private Investigator A private investigator isn't just for tailing people you want to spy on, although they are pretty good at that.
2 September 2014
With fall holidays quickly approaching, you may plan to have a full house of people soon. Whether you're having a big Halloween bash or just a cookout to celebrate the changing weather, you have to ensure that everyone coming to your home is safe. When having people in your home, you leave yourself open to lawsuits from any injuries that may occur. Here are some ways to keep your home safe and prevent injuries.
28 August 2014