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How Do Depositions Work?

Depositions are an essential part of litigation. They are part of the discovery process available to each party in a lawsuit. In a deposition, the other party’s lawyer asks you questions, which you must answer. Deposition testimony is under oath and transcribed by a court reporter. Depositions have the same weight as court testimony. However, […]

Possible Damages in Personal Injury Lawsuit

After a car accident, you may be thinking about how you will pay for car repairs, time off work, physical therapy, and other losses. The person who caused the accident should be responsible for paying for the damages. In a personal injury case, the at-fault party is liable for paying for damages. Damages in a […]

Settling a Personal Injury Lawsuit

If you are injured in a car accident, you can recover damages as part of a jury award. However, most personal injury claims are settled before they go to trial. A personal injury settlement can be faster and cost less money than going to trial. There are benefits and risks of settling an accident case. […]

When Is Someone Liable for Someone Else's Injury?

After an injury accident, someone will have to pay for your medical expenses and other losses. When are you responsible for your losses, and when is someone else responsible? Legal responsibility after an injury accident can depend on who caused the injury, state laws, and if the other person has insurance. Most personal injury accidents […]

How To Prove Fault

You had an accident and got hurt because someone else was careless. It may seem straightforward that the other person is responsible. But, although you know it was the other person’s fault, you still must prove it to win a personal injury lawsuit. That means gathering evidence to prove the accident was the other person’s […]

Toxic Torts: Lawsuits for Exposure to Toxic Materials

Most people have no idea if there are toxic chemicals in the air they breathe or the water they drink. There may be toxic chemicals in the consumer products we use or in the building materials where we live. Unfortunately, you may not know about toxic exposure until after developing injuries. Toxic tort lawsuits allow […]

Professional Malpractice Law

Professionals are experts hired to perform specialized tasks. You hire an architect to design a house. You hire a dentist to care for your teeth. You hire an accountant to handle your company’s financial books. In all these examples, that professional owes you a duty of care.  When professionals breach their duty, and it causes […]

Propecia Lawsuits

Propecia is a popular prescription drug used to help control male pattern baldness. Like all drugs, there are adverse side effects that make some patients question whether the benefits outweigh the risks. Over time, patients have reported more side effects and adverse events with the drug. Some have even filed lawsuits against prescription drug companies […]

Real Estate Law

Owning property is a big deal, whether it’s a home or an investment. People who buy and sell commercial or residential properties must follow federal, state, and local real estate laws. Real estate law covers many different types of transactions, including buying and selling property, renting and leasing, and managing properties. This article provides an overview […]

The Legal Consequences of Drunk Driving

Drunk driving should be taken very seriously because of the considerable consequences that can result from driving while impaired. Furthermore, a drunk driver who gets into an accident will face a host of legal issues. Assuming the alcohol-impaired driver is still alive after the accident or event, he or she faces serious legal consequences. While […]