February 2019

Car accidents can cause a host of injuries and medical issues, and accidents that occur at high speeds have the greatest chance of causing catastrophic injuries. When a person experiences a car accident, he or she may walk away seemingly unscathed and then be unable to get out of bed the next day from aches…

When purchasing insurance, a policyholder generally has his or her choice of types of coverage. The types and amounts of available coverage vary based on several factors, including the policyholder’s level of risk in the eyes of the insurance carrier, the type of coverage he or she wishes to purchase, and state laws. For homeowners…

A personal injury case requires that the legal teams of the plaintiff and defendant share any and all evidence and documentation related to the case in a process called discovery. This is one of the most time-consuming phases of a personal injury case as it often requires copying and transportation of relevant documents between the…

Whenever an individual files for bankruptcy, his or her property could become subject to seizure to pay off debts. However, only certain types of property qualify for seizure in a Chapter Seven bankruptcy case, and the proceeds of a personal injury settlement would likely qualify as property. However, one can take steps to protect some…

Many Americans rely on public assistance programs and disability benefits of various types to cover the cost of basic living expenses, medical treatment, and ongoing therapy. A disabled individual likely has countless benefits-related concerns at any given time, and a sudden personal injury can present a host of new challenges. Some may wonder whether receiving…

Insurance coverage exists in many forms, and personal injury protection (PIP) insurance offers relief in the event of an accident where fault is impossible to determine, or in the event of a car accident in a state with a no-fault accident law. Drivers have many options when it comes to purchasing auto insurance, and the…

Confidentiality is a big part of any legal case. An attorney has a legal obligation to his or her client to keep communications between them confidential when they pertain to an ongoing case, but lawyers also need to understand other types of confidentiality requirements. Medical records are some of the most sensitive personal documents to…