Can I Sue the City of Columbus for an Injury on City-Owned Property?
Category: Personal Injury
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When you are injured on someone else’s property because they failed to make it safe for visitors, they can be held liable for the cost of your injuries and more. For example, you may fall and injure yourself in the stairwell of an apartment building […]
What happens if my military duty assignment changes or I move away from Ft Moore (formerly Ft Benning) in the middle of my case?
Category: Personal Injury
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If you are injured due to someone else’s negligence, such as in an auto wreck, while an active-duty member of the U.S. military, it can be complicated to get compensation. Part of this is because you may be transferred to a new base at any […]
Can I Represent Myself in Civil Court?
Category: Personal Injury
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Yes, you have the right to represent yourself in civil court, just like you do in criminal court. However, there are many reasons why you should not, as even the most experienced lawyers hire their own attorneys when facing legal issues. If you have been […]
If I was already treating with a doctor, should I continue with that treatment?
Category: Personal Injury
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Medical care is expensive, so it is very tempting to think that once you start to feel a little better, that you can stop going to appointments and simply wait to get better on your own. You may also want to start going to a […]
How Much Can I Get for Pain and Suffering in Georgia?
Category: Personal Injury
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There is a dangerous misconception that getting injured is like winning the lottery, or that people get more money than they need or deserve in personal injury lawsuits. That isn’t true. The amount of money you get in any personal injury lawsuit is supposed to […]
I get my health care through TRICARE; Why is the JAG office calling me about bills?
Category: Personal Injury
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In our community of Columbus, Phenix City, and Ft Moore (formerly Ft Benning), our active duty servicemembers, military retirees, and military families rely on TRICARE, the U.S. military’s healthcare program, to pay for healthcare. It is a big part of our lives. TRICARE is essentially […]
What Is an Insurance Company Looking for to Value My Case? Can I Do It Myself?
Category: Personal Injury
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The value of a personal injury claim or lawsuit isn’t set in stone. Ultimately, it comes down to the value placed on the case by a judge or jury using their “enlightened conscience.” That being said, most cases still settle without a trial with a […]
Can I Sue for Pain and Suffering If I Wasn’t Physically Injured?
Category: Personal Injury
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Usually, no. In most cases, you can only file a personal injury lawsuit and get compensation for your pain and suffering if you also suffered a physical injury. For example, if you were nearly hit by a car, or witnessed your child or spouse being […]
Is It Worth It to Sue a Nursing Home for Neglect?
Category: Personal Injury
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Roughly 1.5 million Americans live in nursing homes, with an additional 1 million living in some other form of assisted living facility, according to a report by the National Institute of Health. And while most people expect that when it is necessary to move their […]
How Are Active Duty Soldiers Impacted by the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act?
Category: Personal Injury
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U.S. active duty servicemembers can be involved in lawsuits, including personal injury claims, outside of and regardless of their military duties. When this happens, they may be granted special benefits not afforded in ordinary lawsuits between civilians and civilian entities. What is the Soldiers and […]