What Are Punitive Damages and When Are You Entitled to Them?
When a plaintiff wins a lawsuit, they are sometimes awarded punitive damages. These additional damages are designed to punish the defendant and discourage them from repeating the same behavior. Although they are rarely awarded in their own right, punitive damages often increase a plaintiff’s award, making them a valuable addition to your case. But what […]
How to Follow the Steps in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Once you have decided to file a lawsuit, there are several steps you must follow. This includes filing a petition, service of an answer, setting a trial date, and attempting to resolve your case through mediation. Depending on your case, you may need to hire a legal professional to assist you through this process. If […]
Common Signs of Daycare Abuse and Neglect to Watch Out For
The first sign of abuse and neglect from daycare centers is an unexplained bruise, scratch, or injury. Similarly, if the child is always hungry or thirsty when you pick them up from daycare, this could signify abuse. Uncomfortable questions are also a sign of abuse. Children who can talk to their caregivers are more likely […]
What to Expect With Your Baby Formula Lawsuit
You may be wondering, “what can I expect with my baby formula lawsuit?” It’s important to understand that compensation cannot undo the damage caused by unsafe products, but it can offset the financial burden. An experienced baby formula injury attorney can help you build a strong case against a manufacturer. Contact an attorney if you’ve […]
You Could Have a Case Against Baby Formula Manufacturers
Last month, the FDA investigated consumer complaints of salmonella and cronobacter infections. All of these complaints have reported having consumed powdered infant formula. Parents of babies that have died or have gotten sick due to Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) should consider filing a lawsuit against the baby formula manufacturers. The victims can file a product liability, […]
How to Provide Evidence For Pain and Suffering After an Accident
“Pain and suffering” refers to the physical and emotional injuries a victim suffers following an accident. A victim’s pain and suffering refer to the physical stress (pain) and the emotional stress (suffering) caused by an injury. An example may be a victim that has suffered severely after an accident that is now permanently disabled, or […]
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
The time aspect of a personal injury case is very situational. It depends on the severity of the injury, available evidence and proof to produce negligence, recording of witness statements, and much more. Moreover, the plaintiff may decline to receive the settlement amount in anticipation of receiving more than the insurance adjuster offered during the […]
Why it’s Essential to File a Lawsuit on Time
You must file a lawsuit on time; otherwise, you may miss out on the compensation you deserve, and depending on your accident, there is a chance that other individuals may be injured too. The Time Limits on Your Lawsuit Regardless of who or what caused your accident or the injuries you sustained, every state has […]
Eight Individuals Dead at Travis Scott’s Astroworld Festival and Many Injured
At least eight individuals are dead, and dozens injured after a sold-out crowd of about 50,000 surged throughout rapper Travis Scott’s performance late on Friday at the Astroworld Festival outside NRG Park, frustrating security guards and causing one of the deadliest concerts in U.S. history. The Recounts of That Night Hundreds of followers stormed the […]
How to Know if Your Personal Injury Lawsuit Has Merits and Chances of Success
Not all injury claims have merits, so how to know if your particular case can result in a lawsuit? Your accident case may show merits for the claim to be adjudicated in your favor; however, failure to prove the merits using substantial evidence in the court result in outright denial of injury claims. Dealing with […]