When Sporting Events Turn Violent: Who Do You Sue?

Sometimes you see it on the news. Sometimes TV coverage of a live event catches what happens. What is going on? Some sporting events that go horribly wrong and become violent, and people are injured as a result. Is there reasonable grounds for a lawsuit? If so, who do you sue? Here is what a personal injury lawyer might have to say about the matter.  People Hit with Fly Balls Have to Sign a Waiver, So. [Read More]

Evidence To Strengthen A Slip And Fall Injury Case

One of the things that determine the strength of your personal injury case is the weight of the evidence you have. Ideally, you need to have irrefutable evidence that proves your claim – evidence that even the defendant cannot disapprove. Below are some of the pieces of evidence you can use for a slip and fall injury case. Clothing and Shoes The damage to your clothes and shoes can help you prove your claim if they are consistent with your injuries. [Read More]

Reasons Why Your Motorcycle Personal Injury Case May Not Settle Before Going To Trial

The majority of personal injury cases, including motorcycle accident cases, end in a settlement before the case ever goes to trial. There are many benefits to settling the case before trial. You are able to get money faster, you have control over the outcome of the case, and you avoid a lengthy and costly trial. Unfortunately, not every case settles prior to the trial. Here are a few of the top reasons why your motorcycle personal injury case may not settle before going to trial. [Read More]

Filing A Claim For An Accident When You Weren't Wearing A Seatbelt

All vehicle passengers are encouraged to wear their seatbelts at all times, and in most cases, it's the law no matter if you're the driver or backseat passenger. However, not every person obeys these guidelines. Not only does not wearing a seatbelt increase the threat of injury in an accident, but it can also create issues with the processing of an accident claim.  Claim Rules Yes, the law states that passengers should wear their seatbelts. [Read More]