What Causes Cerebral Palsy?
Most cases of damage to the brain among cerebral palsy children occurred before they were born - more specifically, during the first six months of pregnancy. Experts believe the brain damage …
more
Is there a time limit on filing a lawsuit against a doctor?
Yes. Like all civil lawsuits, this type of claim is subject to the statutes of limitations. Statute of limitations is a law that sets forth the time period during which a lawsuit can be filed. If …
more
When is Someone Liable for Someone Else's Injury?
Accidents happen. Every day in the United States, people are seriously hurt and killed in accidents. Whether a person is hurt in a motor vehicle accident, a defective product accident or due to medical malpractice or another type of personal injury accident, the outcome is often the same. Significant medical costs, lost income, out of pocket expenses and pain and suffering often …
more
How Wrongdoing in a Civil Lawsuit is Investigated
Before damages can be recovered in a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff must prove that the defendant is liable for damages. The court requires that the plaintiff prove liability by a standard known as “preponderance of the evidence.” Simply put, the plaintiff must prove that the allegations against the defendant are more likely true than not true. Plaintiffs are not held …
more