In Washington State, comparative negligence is the standard used to assign fault and determine financial responsibility in personal injury cases. The rule evaluates each party’s contribution to an accident, adjusting compensation based on the level of fault. When those injured share some responsibility for the accident, their compensation is reduced accordingly. Unlike contributory negligence, where […]
Navigating through personal injury claims requires understanding several key aspects: the statutes of limitations that dictate the time frame for filing a lawsuit, the inner workings of a lawsuit, and the invaluable role of a personal injury attorney in these situations. Keep reading to learn more about these aspects. The Three-Year General Rule For Personal […]
A man in Texas was awarded $7 million after being injured by a defective product. The man, who was 55 years old at the time of the accident, was using a power saw when it malfunctioned and caused him to suffer a serious injury to his hand. He sued the manufacturer of the saw for […]
A woman in California was awarded $10 million after being injured in a fall at a Walmart store. The woman, who was 63 years old at the time of the accident, was shopping at the store in 2019 when she slipped and fell on a wet floor. She suffered a broken hip and other injuries, […]
If you’ve been involved in a motor vehicle accident, it’s important to document the scene as thoroughly as possible in order to support your personal injury claim. One of the best ways to do this is by taking photographs of the accident scene. That said, not all photographs are equally helpful. Understanding how to properly […]
When skin-care specialist Janet Harris was bitten by a dog back in 2011, the dog’s owners, Dr. Phil McGraw and his wife, convinced Harris not to seek medical attention. Dr. McGraw was a popular television personality and was afraid their injured guests would give them bad publicity. When the bite developed a bacterial infection, Harris […]
