The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 3.38 million deaths occurred in the United States in 2020, which equals more than 9,200 deaths daily. The leading causes included accidents, COVID-19, heart disease, and cancer. Whether a person dies from a medical condition or unintentional injuries, the deceased person may have suffered…
A wrongful death lawsuit is legal action taken by eligible surviving family members after an immediate family member dies. Pursuing a successful wrongful death claim relies on your wrongful death lawyer proving that the loved one’s death was the result of another party’s negligence or malicious conduct. The average time for wrongful death settlement payouts…
Every day, people die due to the negligence or wrongdoing of others. Although losing a loved one is always difficult, losing a family member to a wrongful death compounds the grief and complications stemming from their death. As discussed in the book “Unthinkable,” surviving family members may face unexpected expenses, such as medical expenses, burial…
The death of a loved one is never easy. It becomes even more difficult when the person you loved was wrongfully taken from you unexpectedly due to negligence. Even worse is when their death leaves you in need of financial support. When it comes to a wrongful death case, there are two main ways to…
When victims suffer catastrophic injuries after an accident, their lives are often never the same. They have permanent injuries that change the way they’re able to move, work, and live their lives. Some won’t be able to return to their job because they can’t complete the same duties as they used to. Others will need…
Drinking during the holiday season usually starts on Blackout Wednesday, the night before Thanksgiving, and continues through New Year’s. During this time of year, December is one of the deadliest months to be on the roads with more impaired and drunk drivers. To bring awareness to this issue, December is designated as Drunk Driving Awareness…
After being involved in a catastrophic accident and sustaining serious and life-threatening injuries, you and your loved ones have to make various decisions. If you are unconscious, your family will be put in a place to make decisions for you. Part of this process can involve filing a civil lawsuit against the responsible party that…
After a loved one experiences a catastrophic injury, you and your family will often have numerous questions regarding their condition, the extent of the injuries, their prognosis, and whether they will recover. There will usually be a family meeting to help ensure you get answers to all your questions. WHAT IS A FAMILY MEETING? A…
Catastrophic injuries are severe life-altering injuries. People with these injuries typically need long-term medical care. Their injuries can affect their quality of life and ability to perform routine tasks. Consequently, many people with catastrophic injuries struggle with financial issues stemming from their condition. In addition to incurring medical expenses, those with a catastrophic injury may…
Read about an advanced directive, a legal document that tells you and the doctors what your loved one wants if they are ever injured and unable to communicate.