August 26, 2009 A pretty good article on InjuryBoard.com about driving, common sense and liability (see “Who wins and loses when a Ford Focus and a fully-loaded semi-truck crash?“). One of the things that struck me was the excellent attitude this personal injury lawyer takes about his profession:
Yes, I’m not ashamed of being a personal injury lawyer, so those who refer to us collectively in a negative way can forget embarrassing us. If we are embarrassed about anything
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July 7, 2009 Few people realize that, after an accident, it is often possible to deal with the personal injury yourself. With basic information about how the accident claims process works, if you are organized and patience, you can handle your own injury insurance claim without a lawyer—and without being treated unfairly by the insurance company. In fact, you could actually get more compensation for your injury and a faster resolution to your claim by handling it yourself instead of hiring a lawyer (and paying her or his fees).
Which claims you might be able to take to small claims court without a lawyer? As a general rule of thumb,
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November 11, 2008 Make an appointment to talk to the lawyer. Bring a list of questions with you, and documentation you might have and a trusted friend or family member if you aren’t comfortable going it alone. A reputable attorney would not have a problem with this. Ask questions not just about your case, but about your attorney’s experience with personal injury claims and trials.
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I believe we all should have access to accurate, plain-English legal information. This Website is not a substitute for personalized advice from a knowledgeable lawyer, but it is a place with information about personal injury law--for regular people. Once you know the basics, you are better able to ask the right questions, understand the answers, have an idea of how the process should work for you.
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