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Understanding the Discovery Process in a Personal Injury Case
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandWhen an individual suffers an injury that was someone else’s fault, they can file a claim for damages. This is common in cases such as car accidents, slip and fall/premises liability accidents, hospital accidents, accidents caused by defective or dangerous products, and many others. The first legal step after a personal injury is usually to […]
Personal Injury Risks at the Beach this Summer
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandAlabama has some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, and tourists from throughout the Southeast flock to Alabama’s Gulf Coast every summer to enjoy the fun and relaxation area beaches have to offer. This year, the beaches are expected to be busier than ever due in large part to a $1 million ad campaign that […]
Determining Liability for Workplace Explosion Accidents
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandIndustrial accidents can be catastrophic for everyone involved, often leaving multiple workers dead or injured. These accidents also tend to get substantial media attention, often leading to a public outcry for accountability. Unfortunately, while this may push companies to correct the errors that led to the explosion, it doesn’t always help injured workers get the […]
Can I File a Workers’ Comp and Personal Injury Claim at the Same Time?
/in Uncategorized /by Hedge CopelandWhen someone suffers an on-the-job injury, they often wonder what legal remedy is best to get reimbursed for the losses caused by the injury. The most likely options would be a workers’ compensation claim or a personal injury lawsuit. But these are two entirely separate legal avenues that have different sets of rules. What are […]
Can Insurance Companies Spy On Me During an Accident Injury Claim?
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandIf you have been injured in an accident and you are involved in the claim against the responsible party’s insurer, you might start to get a nagging feeling that you are being watched. In some instances, this feeling might turn out to be more than just paranoia. If you are asking yourself, “can insurance companies […]
When Does it Make Sense NOT to Hire an Attorney for a Car Accident Claim?
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandIf you have recently been involved in an auto accident, you may be wondering if you really need to hire an attorney to handle your claim. After all, attorneys will take a percentage of the compensation you recover (generally about one third), so is it really worth it to hire one? The short answer is, […]
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Company?
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandWhen someone gets injured in an auto accident or sustains some other type of personal injury, they will usually be dealing with an insurance company when they file a claim for damages. And in most cases, it will be the insurance company for the responsible party. There are some instances, however, when you may be […]
Can Returning to Work Too Soon Hurt Your Personal Injury Claim?
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandWith many auto accidents and other personal injuries, it is necessary to miss some time from work in order to physically recover. With more serious injuries, the injured person might need to be out of work for several weeks or even months or longer. Most people do not enjoy being out of work for an […]
Managing the Physical and Emotional Impact of a Personal Injury
/in personal injury /by Hedge CopelandSuffering a personal injury can be a life altering event. The financial costs of a moderate to severe injury can be staggering, with medical bills that pile up quickly and the prospect of being out of work for an extended period of time. The financial impact of the injury is only part of the story, […]
Who is At Fault in a Parking Lot or Garage Accident?
/in Uncategorized /by Hedge CopelandAccording to the National Safety Council (NSC), more than 50,000 crashes occur each year in parking lots and parking garages, resulting in hundreds of deaths and thousands of serious injuries. Driving through parking lots is more dangerous than many people realize, and parking lot and garage accidents account for approximately 20% of all auto accidents. […]