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How to Settle a Workers’ Compensation Case If you’ve been injured at work, you may be thinking about how to settle your work comp case. Settling a case can provide you with money to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses. But understanding how to settle your case can feel confusing, especially when…

Lawyer for Car Accident Car accidents can be scary and confusing. If you get hurt in a car accident, you might wonder if you need a lawyer. This blog post will explain why having a lawyer for a car accident is important, how they can help you, and what to expect when working with one.…

Calculating California Workers’ Compensation Settlements Workers’ compensation is a crucial safety net for employees who suffer injuries or illnesses due to their job. In California, the process of calculating workers’ compensation settlements can seem complex, but it is essential for ensuring that injured workers receive the support and financial compensation they need. This article will…

If you have been injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, getting the full amount of compensation you deserve is not always easy. Insurance companies will often try to offer you a low settlement to save…

If you’ve been involved in an accident in San Francisco, you may be wondering what the process of settling a personal injury case looks like. Understanding the process can help you navigate it more effectively and increase your chances of getting a fair settlement. In San Francisco, approximately 25,000 people are injured annually in traffic…

If you’re involved in a personal injury accident, you might received a demand for compensation from Optum. Optum is a company who seeks money on behalf of their client. Many times, you can negotiate with Optum to reduce the amount money they receive and increase the money you receive. Negotiating with Optum, a subrogation company,…

Mediation and Arbitration are two very different legal proceedings. Both of these processes can occur after a personal injury accident. While mediation can result in a mutual agreement between parties, arbitrations can result in a prompt decision. While the majority of lawsuits can have mediations, not all personal injury claims require arbitration. Here we discussed…

Mediation is popular dispute-resolution process that results in personal injury settlements. In short, mediation is a meeting between parties for the purpose of negotiating a resolution. While lawyers are very familiar mediation process, many personal injury victims are not. Below provide a broad overview of what mediation is. Why Do Mediations Occur? Mediations are ultimately…

Most personal injury claims are settled after negotiating with the insurance agents and before a lawsuit is filed. This means that most claims settle before an insurance company even retains an attorney to defend the lawsuit. Therefore, in all likelihood initial settlement discussions occur with an insurance claims representative. Insurance companies hire representatives to investigate…

Having an auto accident and making a personal injury claim can oftentimes be stressful. While you may consider retaining an experienced attorney to assist you with the process and negotiations, you may also decide to work with the insurance company yourself. Here are 5 tips to negotiate with an insurance company or insurance adjuster. Plan…