You Deserve to Be Compensated for Your Personal Injury!
Have you been told not to go after money after being injured by a defective drug or someone else's mistakes in a car crash? Or maybe you've heard that your slip and fall injury was your own fault, or that an insurance company will give you all the money you deserve after a brain injury.
But if you've suffered a personal injury, chances are you need and deserve some compensation. Besides the emotional and physical pain many personal injuries can cause, you might find yourself bogged down with costly medical expenses and forced to take time off work. As a personal injury victim, you have certain personal injury rights, which you can protect by filing a personal injury case as the first step toward compensation for your injuries.
A personal injury lawyer can help you examine your injuries and determine if you may have a personal injury case. All you have to do to get started is fill out our free personal injury case evaluation form or call 1 (877) 288-7564, and we'll get you in touch with a local personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
Total Injury's Must-Have Personal Injury Resources
In addition to having a personal injury lawyer examine the circumstances surrounding your injuries and explain what you may expect during your potential claim, check out the following resources to learn more about personal injury cases:
- Personal Injury Glossary of Terms;
- Defective Drugs Glossary of Terms;
- Prescription Drugs and Depression;
- Birth Injuries;
- Libel/Slander;
- Sports Spectator Injuries; and
- Elderly Abuse.
Featured Injury News for the Week of May 12-19
Have a look at our latest personal injury articles to stay updated on the latest news, decisions and verdicts that may have some meaning or relevance to your personal injury claim:
- "Big Tobacco" Class-Action Lawsuit;
- Asperger's Syndrome/Police Brutality Lawsuit; and
- Congressional Bill Prevents Health Care Discrimination based on Genetic Testing.
Featured Injury News for the Week of May 5-11
Here are some other recent personal injury articles that may catch your interest and provide more education on personal injury claims and cases:
- False DUI Arrest Prompts Personal Injury Lawsuit;
- CTA Settlement and Public Transportation Injuries; and
- Merck under Fire for Ghostwritten Vioxx Studies.
Let a Personal Injury Lawyer Help You with Your Case!
With some personal injuries, you can expect a full recovery, but others last for years, if not forever. No matter which type of personal injury you've suffered, you likely have questions about your future, probably relating to the following concerns:
- How will I be able to afford medical expenses?
- Will my life ever be the same?
- Will I ever be able to go back to work?
These questions are nearly impossible to answer without outside help. Most people you've spoken to about your injury (police officers, doctors, insurance company representatives) have probably asked you questions. But they don't have the information you need about your financial stability now and in the future.
A Personal Injury Lawyer Is a Great Source of Information!
Don't panic. We at Total Injury have found that talking to a personal injury attorney can be immeasurably helpful for those with difficult questions. While our website has lots of information for you to get some basic knowledge about personal injury topics, a personal injury lawyer is your best bet for getting answers for questions specific to your case. A personal injury lawyer can help you understand your legal rights, insurance issues, compensation norms and liability matters.
We can put you in touch with a personal injury lawyer in your area. All you have to do is fill out Total Injury's free personal injury case evaluation form or call us toll-free at 1 (877) 288-7564, and we'll connect you with a personal injury lawyer practicing near you.
Time Is of the Essence – Start Your Personal Injury Case Today!
Time is one of the most important factors in your personal injury case. Because of time limits known as statutes of limitations, personal injury cases must be handled immediately. Statutes of limitations depend on your personal injury case type and where you live in the country, but they apply in some form to every case and must be observed for a judge to hear a personal injury case. By speaking to a personal injury lawyer as soon as possible, you'll improve your chances of getting the compensation you deserve.
Luckily, Total Injury's lawyer locator means you don't need to waste any precious time finding a lawyer who practices near you. That means we can put you in contact with a personal injury lawyer without you even leaving this website. Learning about your personal injury rights, understanding the details of your case and using the legal protections available to you start with getting in touch with a personal injury lawyer.
Start working on your personal injury case now – just complete our free personal injury case evaluation form or call us at 1 (877) 288-7564. We'll connect you with a personal injury attorney in your area. Your personal injury case begins when you contact Total Injury, so take the first step today!
Personal Injury Blog Posts for the Week of May 12-19
Legislation Would Prevent Insurance Companies from Compromising Genetic Testing for Profits
While advances in genetic testing have allowed people to get a better picture of their health by catching and treating health conditions sooner rather than later, it also comes as no surprise that insurance companies have used genetic testing as a means to deny coverage to people with preexisting conditions. Thanks to legislation which recently passed the U.S. Senate, health care discrimination based on genetic testing would be banned, leaving insurance companies to find another way to save a buck at the expense of the public's health:
Congressional Bill Prevents Health Care Discrimination based on Genetic Testing.
Ray's Reyes Stung with Taser
Tampa Bay Devil Rays relief pitcher Al Reyes was the latest victim of a police Tasering, after officers intervened to stop a fight between him and another patron of the Hyde Park Cafe in Tampa. The other patron punched Reyes in the face after the two exchanged words, after which Reyes began spitting blood and swinging his arms wildly, according to the ESPN news report. When Reyes would not settle down and continued spitting blood, police used a Taser to knock the 230-pound pitcher to the ground, then shocked him again when he disobeyed commands to remain on the ground.
Student Safety Taken A Bit Too Far?
Student safety should obviously be a top concern of schools, especially in this day and age when schools may not seem as safe as they once were. With that said, a Tampa elementary school seems to have taken the issue a bit far after a young girl with knee problems was denied using her crutches due to a "communications" miscommunication involving a school policy about having a doctor's note for such devices:
• School Nurse Takes Crutches from Injured Student.
Dedication Is Essential to Your Personal Injury Case's Success!
Even if you've suffered an injury that was caused by somebody else, you likely aren't sure whether or not you've got the basis for a personal injury claim. Your personal injury lawyer will tell you that your personal injury case depends on a few basic factors: the specific injury suffered, responsibility for your injury and your dedication to following through with your personal injury claim.
Though it sounds pretty basic, the last criterion – following through – could well be the most important. In most personal injury cases, insurance companies avoid making payments at all costs and defendants often deny their involvement. Your perseverance can probably trump those factors, though.
It doesn't matter whether you personal injury resulted from a slip and fall injury, a defective product, a car accident, a negligent landlord, the use of excessive force during an arrest or some other factor. Speaking with a personal injury lawyer will give you a chance to determine which laws apply to your situation and what your odds are of receiving compensation for your injury. Let a personal injury lawyer in your area review your personal injury case and help you move forward effectively.
How Much Will I Be Compensated for My Personal Injury?
Though most people who file personal injury claims are eager to learn how much money they can expect to receive, it's important to have patience. A lot of work is required before the reward of receiving your monetary compensation.
Your personal injury case's value usually depends on several factors, including the details involved in your case, your ability to prove your personal injury claims, and the dedication level of your personal injury lawyer. Because your personal injury lawyer will be well-versed in legal matters, he or she can give you an idea of typical settlement amounts in cases similar to yours. For more information about your personal injury case, get in touch with a personal injury lawyer now!
What Role Will the Insurance Company Play in My Personal Injury Case?
Most personal injury victims will speak with an insurance company representative in the period following their injury. Insurance companies usually use two main tactics: some are friendly and understanding, while others are pushy and blunt when questioning you about your personal injury claim. Remember that, no matter what approach the representative uses, insurance companies are concerned only with their bottom lines. They are not worried about your wellbeing.
Being met with resistance by insurance companies is a common experience during a personal injury case, which is understandable from their perspective: they save money by not paying you money for your personal injury case. Any sympathy they feel for you or your situation will be canceled out by the motivation to earn a financial profit. Trust us. Insurance companies will offer you as little compensation as is possible.
You shouldn't make an overly hasty decision about your personal injury claim, especially if an insurance company is pushing you to do so. Your personal injury lawyer will know the typical methods insurance companies use (like those employed by AllState and State Farm to get out of paying billions for minor car accident injuries) and will be able to help protect your personal injury rights.
Talk to a Personal Injury Lawyer to Get Things Moving on Your Personal Injury Case!
A personal injury lawyer can help you understand the specifics of your personal injury claim, no matter how complicated they seem. To get your personal injury case started, call Total Injury at 1 (877) 288-7564 or fill out our free personal injury case evaluation form, and we'll put you in contact with a personal injury attorney in your local area.
Total Injury's Personal Injury Case Areas:
Intentional Injuries
Filing a personal injury claim for intentional injuries can be a very sensitive and highly complex situation for several reasons. Witnesses may not come forward about sexual abuse injuries for long periods of time due to embarrassment or other personal feelings. In claims involving police brutality injuries, witnesses may be afraid to speak up. Noting the intricate details that often accompany intentional injuries, a local personal injury attorney will balance these delicate needs without sacrificing the goal of protecting your legal rights and options. If you've suffered intentional injuries and are interested in bringing a personal injury claim, fill out our free personal injury case evaluation form and take a look at this important intentional injury information.
Work Injuries
Suffering work injuries can be a stressful experience for various reasons. In addition to worrying about missing time at work and having to pay subsequent medical bills for your construction injuries, you may be unsure about filing a workers' compensation claim. As one example, you may worry how filing a workers' compensation claim for your machinery/assembly line injuries will affect your status at work. In other instances, you may be unaware of the statute of limitations in your state for filing a workers' compensation claim. With that said, an experienced personal injury attorney can answer these questions, educate you on other important work injury information and help you determine your legal options.
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accident cases may develop from a variety of circumstances. Whether you've suffered car accident injuries or truck accident injuries, you should know that these types of personal injury cases can get quite complicated. In addition to dealing with the pain from your car or motorcycle accident injuries, you will likely have to deal with insurance companies. So whether you've been hospitalized because of van accident injuries or pain from another type of motor vehicle accident, get in touch with a local car accident attorney as soon as possible and then learn more about these type of claims with this motor vehicle accident information.
Public Transportation Accidents
For most people who rely on public transportation daily, the thought of being involved in an accident will probably never even cross the mind. Thus, if you are ever involved in a train accident or bus accident, you may be quite confused on how to proceed. The same can be said about plane crashes, which are most often rare but certainly highly publicized when they unfortunately do occur. With that said, a local personal injury attorney can help you determine how to proceed after being involved in a public transportation accident. By getting in contact with an experienced personal injury attorney in your area as soon as possible, you can learn more about not only your legal rights and options but also this important public transportation accident information.
Products Liability
Many people think of product liability cases along the lines of defective drugs like Vioxx and Wyeth's hormone replacement drugs. With that said, product liability cases may also arise from a variety of other situations, including accidents revolving around tire failure, air bag injuries or brake failure. If you've been injured because of a product's failure to do what it was supposed to do and are interested in filing a personal injury claim, you should know that most states have specific time limits for filing product liability lawsuits. A local personal injury attorney is the best source to learn about statutes of limitations for product liability lawsuits. In the meantime, immerse yourself in this educational products liability information.
Recreational Vehicle Accidents
As their names suggest, recreational vehicles are meant to be used to get away from everyday life and have a fun time. With that said, recreational vehicles should always be used with utmost care and safety in mind. Fun can quickly turn to disaster when a recreational vehicle accident occurs. As just one example, boating injuries can lead to very dangerous scenarios on the water. Whether caused by a vehicle defect, someone else's negligence or another reason, ATV accident injuries may also have lasting impacts on people's lives for years to come. If you've suffered recreational vehicle accident injuries that were not your fault, get in touch with a local personal injury attorney who can fill you in on the most important recreational vehicle accident information.
Specific Injuries
Specific injuries may entail a wide variety of circumstances. Traumatic brain injuries can occur instantly or manifest over time; whatever the scenario, their effects are quite scary to think about. Burn injuries may occur from various sources, including but not limited to hot beverages, hazardous chemicals, faulty wiring and fires. Dog bite injuries may not only leave physical scars but also other issues, like long-term medical care and lost wages, that you may not expect. Slip and fall injuries may cause immediate or future harm and be limited by statute of limitations. Spinal injuries can forever change one's way of daily living. Let a personal injury attorney fill you in on even more specific injury information and begin to evaluate your case.
Hazardous Exposure
Despite governmental rules and regulations, hazardous exposure injuries continue to affect people and cause serious health and developmental problems. Pollution from factories and workplaces may cause people to experience serious personal injuries that do not manifest themselves for years. Toxic chemical exposure, mold injuries and lead poisoning may lead to more immediate effects, including eye irritation, chemical burns and difficulty breathing, and even result in terminal illnesses like cancer or death. If you've been exposed to hazardous chemicals, you should get in touch with a local personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Begin by filling out our free personal injury case evaluation form and then get even more hazardous exposure information here.
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