9 Things Your Parents Taught You About Injury Lawsuit
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How the Injury Lawsuit Process Works
If you've been injured in an accident, filing an injury lawsuit could help you recover damages to pay your medical bills and to make up for lost income. Many people are unsure of the process of filing a lawsuit.
In this blog post, we will discuss five litigation milestones that every personal injury lawsuit must undergo.
Time to File
Each state has a statute that limits the time you must file a lawsuit after an accident. If you do not submit your claim within this period, it is most likely be dismissed.
After a case has been filed, the parties begin a process of discovery. This involves exchanging information such as documents, witness testimony and depositions. This can take a long time depending on the nature of the case.
At this point, a good lawyer will make an offer of settlement. Your attorney can only make this demand once you have achieved your maximum medical improvement.
If you've been injured by a government entity or a doctor employed by the government, you may have additional time constraints to adhere to in addition to the general statute of limitations. These are sometimes referred to by the terms "discovery rule" or "equitable tolling", and are very specific for each situation. Your lawyer can explain these in more detail. In general these cases are quicker to resolve than other cases.
Statute of Limitations
If you want to increase your chances of receiving fair compensation, it's essential to file an injury lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires. These deadlines apply to many kinds of personal injury claims, which include car accidents, medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.
In the majority of states, "the clock" of the statute of limitations begins to tick the day after you were injured. There are exceptions to this rule that can stop it in certain circumstances. For example, the discovery rule allows you to file a claim after you have discovered (or should have discovered with reasonable care) the injury.
The statute of limitations may also be shortened or tolled in some cases, such as when the plaintiff is underage or mentally disabled. You should consult with an experienced injury attorney to determine the precise time limit that applies to your particular case. If you attempt to make a claim after the time limit has expired your case is likely to be dismissed by the court. This could have devastating implications on the victim and the family members of the victim.
Damages
If a person is awarded an injury lawsuit is entitled to damages. These can include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical treatment, lost wages, and the costs caused by an accident. Other kinds of damages pay compensation to someone who has suffered emotional distress or loss of enjoyment because of an accident.
The amount of damages is determined by a jury, based on evidence presented to the court. Your lawyer will argue that the defendant failed to take the proper care that reasonable people would have applied in the same circumstance which led to your injury.
Special damages are generally easy to calculate, including the cost of repairing or replace damaged property, and the cost of lost wages if an injury stopped you from working or caused you to be absent or take vacation time. General damages are also known as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to calculate. A lot of attorneys and insurance companies utilize a multiplier in estimating the amount of general damages, such as an amount of 1.5 to 5. Serious injuries typically result in higher general damages than those resulting from smaller or less-permanent injuries.
Mediation
While it's not an essential element of every injury case, mediation can be used to settle a dispute without having a jury or judge decide the outcome. You can discuss your concerns at the mediation with a third party neutral, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask you questions to find out what you're hoping to achieve and the amount of money you'd like to spend. The mediator will then discuss the matter with both sides on their own. Then, you can offer counteroffers and exchange ideas to reach a resolution.
The purpose of mediation is to arrive at an agreement where neither the liable party nor injury lawsuit the victim who has been injured want to go to court. This is a vital step in avoiding the lengthy and stressful litigation process. Even the most difficult injuries are resolved through mediation. Whether you are involved in an auto crash or a workplace injury, Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can help you negotiate the best settlement for your situation. Contact us today for an appointment for a no-cost consultation. We are able to meet you at a convenient time in Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
Your lawyer could decide to take your case to trial in the event that your case isn't resolved outside of court. This will depend on your personal circumstances, the quality of your evidence and the defendant's insurance company's settlement offer.
Your attorney will argue your case to a jury of peers during the trial. The jury will be responsible for determining whether the defendant was negligent and, in the event of negligence, what compensation you will receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During the trial, your lawyer will present evidence to prove that the negligence of the defendant caused your injuries and you deserve financial damages to cover these expenses and losses. The defense will present evidence to counter your allegations and prevent them from owing you money. The jury will then consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict, which is issued by either a judge or jury in a bench trial will determine if the defendant was negligent and if so, what amount of financial damages should be awarded.
If you've been injured in an accident, filing an injury lawsuit could help you recover damages to pay your medical bills and to make up for lost income. Many people are unsure of the process of filing a lawsuit.
In this blog post, we will discuss five litigation milestones that every personal injury lawsuit must undergo.
Time to File
Each state has a statute that limits the time you must file a lawsuit after an accident. If you do not submit your claim within this period, it is most likely be dismissed.
After a case has been filed, the parties begin a process of discovery. This involves exchanging information such as documents, witness testimony and depositions. This can take a long time depending on the nature of the case.
At this point, a good lawyer will make an offer of settlement. Your attorney can only make this demand once you have achieved your maximum medical improvement.
If you've been injured by a government entity or a doctor employed by the government, you may have additional time constraints to adhere to in addition to the general statute of limitations. These are sometimes referred to by the terms "discovery rule" or "equitable tolling", and are very specific for each situation. Your lawyer can explain these in more detail. In general these cases are quicker to resolve than other cases.
Statute of Limitations
If you want to increase your chances of receiving fair compensation, it's essential to file an injury lawsuit before the statute of limitations expires. These deadlines apply to many kinds of personal injury claims, which include car accidents, medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.
In the majority of states, "the clock" of the statute of limitations begins to tick the day after you were injured. There are exceptions to this rule that can stop it in certain circumstances. For example, the discovery rule allows you to file a claim after you have discovered (or should have discovered with reasonable care) the injury.
The statute of limitations may also be shortened or tolled in some cases, such as when the plaintiff is underage or mentally disabled. You should consult with an experienced injury attorney to determine the precise time limit that applies to your particular case. If you attempt to make a claim after the time limit has expired your case is likely to be dismissed by the court. This could have devastating implications on the victim and the family members of the victim.
Damages
If a person is awarded an injury lawsuit is entitled to damages. These can include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical treatment, lost wages, and the costs caused by an accident. Other kinds of damages pay compensation to someone who has suffered emotional distress or loss of enjoyment because of an accident.
The amount of damages is determined by a jury, based on evidence presented to the court. Your lawyer will argue that the defendant failed to take the proper care that reasonable people would have applied in the same circumstance which led to your injury.
Special damages are generally easy to calculate, including the cost of repairing or replace damaged property, and the cost of lost wages if an injury stopped you from working or caused you to be absent or take vacation time. General damages are also known as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to calculate. A lot of attorneys and insurance companies utilize a multiplier in estimating the amount of general damages, such as an amount of 1.5 to 5. Serious injuries typically result in higher general damages than those resulting from smaller or less-permanent injuries.
Mediation
While it's not an essential element of every injury case, mediation can be used to settle a dispute without having a jury or judge decide the outcome. You can discuss your concerns at the mediation with a third party neutral, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask you questions to find out what you're hoping to achieve and the amount of money you'd like to spend. The mediator will then discuss the matter with both sides on their own. Then, you can offer counteroffers and exchange ideas to reach a resolution.
The purpose of mediation is to arrive at an agreement where neither the liable party nor injury lawsuit the victim who has been injured want to go to court. This is a vital step in avoiding the lengthy and stressful litigation process. Even the most difficult injuries are resolved through mediation. Whether you are involved in an auto crash or a workplace injury, Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can help you negotiate the best settlement for your situation. Contact us today for an appointment for a no-cost consultation. We are able to meet you at a convenient time in Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
Your lawyer could decide to take your case to trial in the event that your case isn't resolved outside of court. This will depend on your personal circumstances, the quality of your evidence and the defendant's insurance company's settlement offer.
Your attorney will argue your case to a jury of peers during the trial. The jury will be responsible for determining whether the defendant was negligent and, in the event of negligence, what compensation you will receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During the trial, your lawyer will present evidence to prove that the negligence of the defendant caused your injuries and you deserve financial damages to cover these expenses and losses. The defense will present evidence to counter your allegations and prevent them from owing you money. The jury will then consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict, which is issued by either a judge or jury in a bench trial will determine if the defendant was negligent and if so, what amount of financial damages should be awarded.
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