What Should I Expect From My Personal Injury Lawyer?

Many clients who end up needing a personal injury lawyer following an accidental injury have no expectations for such a professional.  Thankfully, most have not had the need in their lives for a personal injury lawyer. With that inexperience, comes…

Why Does it Take So Long to Resolve a Car Wreck Case?

It seems so simple. You are stopped at a red light, and someone hits you from behind. You are injured, the police are called, an ambulance is called, and you are taken to the closest ER. The driver who hit…

What is Tort Law?

THE TORT LAW There are three broad areas that define the rights of private citizens’ dealings with each other. The First is Property Law This area of the law defines the rights of the people to own, use, and exclude…

STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS AND AUTO ACCIDENT CASES

What is a “Statute of Limitations” and Why is it Important? These are laws passed by legislative bodies to set the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings may be filed. When the time specified in a statute…

What is Cervical Strain That is Caused By an Accident?

Cervical strain is a common injury routinely seen in the ER. Although it’s usually associated with car accidents, any impact or blow that causes your head to jerk forward or backward can cause neck strain. Neck strains are caused by…

Delayed Symptoms After a Car Wreck

After a severe car accident most people will feel pain from their injuries immediately, but this is not always the case. When your body is put in a dangerous situation, your adrenaline kicks in with fight or flight, and you may…