Personal Injury

Personal injury law deals with the legal rights and litigation options of someone who has been injured as the result of another’s negligence or intentional wrongdoing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is negligence? 3 Star Rating
    In its most simple definition, it means that someone was careless and as a result of being careless, someone else was injured. Negligence serves as the basis for a personal injury lawsuit.  … more
  • What does the term "liable" mean? 2 Star Rating
    The term liable generally means that a court has determined individual, company or some other entity caused, and is responsible for, another person's injury.  When a defendant is found liable, … more
  • What does the term "reasonable person" mean? 2 Star Rating
    A person has acted negligently if he or she has departed from the conduct expected of a reasonably prudent person acting under the same or similar circumstances. The hypothetical reasonable person … more

Legal Articles

  • What to Do After a Motor Vehicle Accident
    You heard the crunch of the metal. You lived through the seconds that seemed to stand still while you awaited your fate. Then the car accident is over. Once the cars have stopped, your next steps will probably be to catch your breath, examine your injuries, check on the safety of others involved in the accident and ascertain the extent of the property damage caused by the … more
  • Defending a DUI Hit and Run Charge
    Drivers who are charged with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) face serious criminal charges. Most states impose significant fines and jail time on drunk drivers who injure other people or cause property damage in accidents. The fines and jail time increase after a driver’s first offense. Additionally, drivers may face a suspended driver’s license on their … more

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