If your loved one dies due to the negligence of another person who had a duty to provide them care — such as a doctor or nurse — you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, this is a very complicated type of personal injury lawsuit as the victim of the negligence is no longer around to give testimony. As such, there are a lot of misconceptions around wrongful death lawsuits.
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One of the questions you might have after you are in a car accident is when you should settle the case. A lot of people like to rush into settlements, simply to get the money they are entitled to and to find closure with the case but rushing into a settlement is not usually the best way to handle the timing of settling your case. Here are several things to understand about timing the settlement of your car accident case.
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Bicyclists typically take every precaution to avoid being struck by cars on the road, but even so, accidents are all too common. If you regularly ride a bicycle, then you must know what to do in case of an accident, because this increases your chances of getting fair compensation for your injuries. Here are some key tips on how to deal with this difficult situation.
Aftermath
In the immediate aftermath of the accident, do not admit any fault or attempt to negotiate with the driver of the vehicle.
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A lot of bicycle-related collisions occur when a motorist driving a vehicle hits someone riding a bicycle, making the latter the victim. It's also possible for the bicyclist to be the perpetrator of an accident, however, when he or she runs into a pedestrian. Given that cyclists and pedestrians can often share the sidewalk, paths, or even the street, it's possible for accidents of this nature to occur. If you're seriously hurt as a pedestrian, you may want to retain the services of a personal injury attorney so that you may file a suit against the cyclist.
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An auto accident isn't just irritating, it can also be traumatic and devastating, especially if you are left with severe injuries. If you've been injured in an auto accident, you may be eligible for a settlement, which can be used to pay your medical bills, lost income and other costs associated with the accident. Before you start pursuing a settlement, however, check out these four tips.
Determine If You Were Partially Responsible
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