If you’re planning on filing a lawsuit, you probably have what you believe to be evidence that you were wronged in some regard. Understanding evidence, however, does take some real legal knowledge. In fact, you may find that, upon meeting with your attorney, they don’t really believe that the things you consider to be evidence […]
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Police Sued Over Privacy Violations
CNN reported that a police department in Washington is facing a lawsuit over violating the rights of inmates. The reporting details that 11 women and 1 man are suing a police department over alleged instances where the inmates—who were all arrested on suspicion of drunk driving—were recorded while they were undressing and using the toilet. […]
Frivolous Lawsuits Get too Much Publicity
The idea behind a lawsuit is to give a person who was wronged because of another person’s negligence away to get compensated. This can include suing manufacturers for putting dangerous products out on the market when they should’ve known better, suing motorists who are prone to driving dangerously and end up hurting or killing someone […]
Dog Bites and Liability
Unfortunately, many dog owners are not responsible with their animals. In fact, it’s quite reasonable to argue that the biggest cause of dog bites has nothing to do with dogs, but with the people who are in charge of taking care of those dogs. There are differences on a state-by-state basis as to how much […]
Daycare Worker Arrested for Raping Children
For parents with children in daycare, a nightmare scenario seems to be unfolding in Ohio. According to NewsOK, a daycare worker has been arrested on two counts of rape. The woman, according to the article, had engaged in sexual conduct with an infant and made a video of herself doing it. Police claim that they […]
Class Action Against LinkedIn Reveals Importance of TOS
If you’ve gotten emails that appear to be from a friend of yours but that were actually from LinkedIn giving a pitch for the website, you’re not alone. In fact, a lawsuit has been filed against the business social networking website alleging that the company breaks into email accounts, uses the contact list to send […]
Can You Sue a Company for Mishandling Your Information?
Today, it’s not uncommon for companies with whom people do very casual business – cellular phone companies, Internet service providers, etc. – to have some very sensitive information about their clients. For example, Social Security numbers are routinely used as forms of identification and many companies require that information in order to open an account. […]
Why Do Personal Injury Attorneys Turn Down Cases?
There are instances when a personal injury attorney may turn down your claim. This may leave you wondering if there is any hope for justice but, keep in mind the fact that civil lawsuits are not really about justice; they’re about compensation. If you’ve been turned down as a client by an attorney, some or […]
How Do You Sue on Behalf of a Child
Some of the largest jury awards are actually handed out to children. These occur in cases involving medical malpractice during birth, car accidents that permanently damage a child and in other cases. Obviously, a child cannot enter into a contract or take any other legal action of their own accord. Parents are the ones who […]
What are damages?
If you have suffered a personal injury as the result of another party’s negligence, then you may have the right to claim damages. Damages are forms of monetary compensation granted to the victim in a successful personal injury case. There are two main categories of damages: Compensatory (Actual) Damages: Money awarded to the claimant in […]
What should I do if I’m ready to seek legal advice?
Write down all of the specifics of the incident that you can. This will include knowing approximately where and when the incident took place. Keep records of all of your medical expenses, including physical therapy and driving expenses. Never sign anything without legal counsel. Ask your local police department for a police report of your […]
What if I was partly at fault for the accident?
Most states have laws that give rights to people even if they were partly at fault. This area remains one of the most changing areas of personal injury law, however, and is a good reason to contact an experienced law firm to help you. If you would like to learn more about personal injuries and […]
Do I need to hire a personal injury lawyer in my city or town?
No. We have handled cases in various cities and counties across Texas as well as many other States. If you would like to learn more about personal injuries and how a capable personal injury lawyer can help you with your situation, contact Houston personal injury lawyer Blaine A Tucker today at 713-771-5453 to discuss your […]
How soon should I file a lawsuit?
You should contact a personal injury law firm as quickly after the incident as possible. Try to document the incident with police and medical records and avoid signing any statement or papers from anyone else. Your case may still be handled even though the incident occurred long ago, however. Do not settle – or deal […]
What kind of monetary compensation will I get?
Each case varies, but you may be compensated for a number of things including all medical related expenses (including physical therapy and medication), lost wages (including overtime and potential future wages), pain & suffering, emotional trauma, disfigurement, physical impairment, embarrassment, mental illness, property damage, and any fees associated with the case in your day-to-day life. […]
How do I know if I have a case?
Most personal injury law firms work only on a percentage based fee. This fee tends to reduce the amount of frivolous lawsuits because lawyers will only spend time on cases they think they can win. If you would like to learn more about personal injuries and how a capable personal injury lawyer can help you […]
I don’t know if I can afford to hire a lawyer. What should I do?
Most personal injury lawyers get paid only if you get paid. This is known as working on a “contingency” basis. If your case is lost, the law firm does not receive any money whatsoever from you. If you would like to learn more about personal injuries and how a capable personal injury lawyer can help […]
What is negligence?
Many personal injuries often result from negligence on behalf of another individual or company. Negligence comes in all forms, but it is most generally defined as the failure of an individual to act in a responsible manner. Oftentimes, negligence has damaging results. When these careless acts affect you and your physical or psychological well-being, you […]
What is wrongful death?
Wrongful death is a term used in legal cases in which a victim suffers death as a result of another individual’s negligence or criminal actions. Because the deceased individual cannot file a suit, another party must do so instead. Typically, the victim’s family will make a wrongful death claim against the offender in order to […]