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 […]
How Long Does It Take for a Personal Injury Case to Be Completed?
Category: Personal Injury
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Unfortunately, the answer is, “it depends.” The most common factors that determine how long it may take before a case can be resolved include: Whether you settle out of court or take your case to court; The complexity of the case; and The severity of […]
What Does “Contingency Fee” Mean, and Does That Include Expenses?
Category: Personal Injury
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People are often hesitant to hire a lawyer after being injured through someone else’s negligence because they are worried about being able to afford one. After all, lawyers are notorious for charging insanely high hourly rates, aren’t they? While that may be true for some […]