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How the Injury Lawsuit Process Works
If you've been injured in an accident and have suffered injuries, filing a lawsuit could help you recover damages to pay medical bills and replace lost income. Many people are unsure about the litigation process.
This blog post will cover five milestones that all personal injury claims must be able to pass through.
Time to File
Every state has a law that limits the amount of time you can start a lawsuit following an accident. If you do not file your claim within this window, it will most likely be dismissed.
After a case has been filed and the parties are able to begin a process of discovery. This involves exchanging information such as documents, witness testimony and depositions. This could take several months depending on the nature of the case.
A good lawyer will present a settlement demand. Your lawyer can only make this demand after you have achieved your maximum medical improvement.
There is also the possibility that you must adhere to additional time limitations if injured by an entity belonging to the government or by a doctor who works for the government. These are often called "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are unique to each specific situation. Your lawyer can explain them in more depth. These cases usually settle faster than other cases.
Statute of limitations
It is important to bring a lawsuit regarding personal injury before the statute of limitations in your state runs out. These deadlines are applicable to many types of personal injury claims, such as car accidents and medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims and the cases of wrongful death.
In most states, "the clock" of the statute of limitations begins to run the day you were injured. There are exceptions to the rule which can stop it in certain cases. For example the discovery rule allows you to file a lawsuit when you find (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
In some cases, the statute of limitations may be shortened or tolled. For instance, if the plaintiff is mentally impaired or underage. You should consult with an experienced injury lawyer to determine the specific statute of limitations applicable to your case. If you try to bring a lawsuit after the statute of limitations has expired, the court will likely dismiss your case. This can have devastating effects on the victim and the family members of the victim.
Damages
A person who is awarded a personal injury lawsuit is entitled damages. These may include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical expenses as well as lost wages and the costs associated with an accident. Other kinds of damages could compensate the victim for the loss of enjoyment or emotional pain caused by an accident.
The amount of damages will be determined by a jury based upon the evidence presented in court. Your attorney will argue that the defendant did not behave with the level of care that a reasonable person would have used in the same circumstance which resulted in your injury lawyers.
Special damages are typically easy to calculate, like the cost to repair or replace damaged property as well as the value of lost wages if an injury stopped you from working or forced you to use sick or vacation time. General damages can also be referred to as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to determine. Many attorneys and insurance companies employ a multiplier to estimate the amount of general damages, for instance, an amount of 1.5 to 5. The most severe injuries are likely to result in higher general damages than minor or injuries temporary injuries.
Mediation
Mediation isn't required for every injury case. However, it can be used as a way to settle a dispute and avoid having a jury or judge decide the outcome. You can discuss your concerns at the mediation with a neutral third party, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask you questions to determine what you are expecting and the amount of money you want. The mediator will then meet with both sides alone. Then, you will make counter-offers and exchange offers to find a solution.
The purpose of mediation is achieving an agreement where neither the liable party nor injured victim would prefer to take to court. This is a crucial step to avoid the long and stressful litigation process. Most cases of injury settle at mediation, even those involving the most renowned insurance companies. Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak will assist you in negotiating a settlement that is best for you, no matter if you've been in an accident at work or an auto accident. Contact us today for an appointment for a no-cost consultation. We can meet at a convenient location near Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
While the majority of injuries cases are settled outside of court, your attorney might decide that going to trial is necessary. This will be based on your individual circumstances and the strength of your evidence as well as the insurance company of the defendant's offer.
Your lawyer will argue your case to a jury during the trial. The jury will be responsible to determine if the defendant was negligent and in the event that they were, how much compensation you'll receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During trial, your lawyer will use evidence to prove that the negligence of the defendant caused to your injuries and that financial damages are required to pay for your expenses and losses. The defense will provide evidence to counter your accusations and keep them from owing you money. The jury will consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict is issued by a judge, or a jury at a bench trial. It will decide whether the defendant was negligent or if they were in fact negligent, what amount of financial damages are you entitled to.
If you've been injured in an accident and have suffered injuries, filing a lawsuit could help you recover damages to pay medical bills and replace lost income. Many people are unsure about the litigation process.
This blog post will cover five milestones that all personal injury claims must be able to pass through.
Time to File
Every state has a law that limits the amount of time you can start a lawsuit following an accident. If you do not file your claim within this window, it will most likely be dismissed.
After a case has been filed and the parties are able to begin a process of discovery. This involves exchanging information such as documents, witness testimony and depositions. This could take several months depending on the nature of the case.
A good lawyer will present a settlement demand. Your lawyer can only make this demand after you have achieved your maximum medical improvement.
There is also the possibility that you must adhere to additional time limitations if injured by an entity belonging to the government or by a doctor who works for the government. These are often called "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are unique to each specific situation. Your lawyer can explain them in more depth. These cases usually settle faster than other cases.
Statute of limitations
It is important to bring a lawsuit regarding personal injury before the statute of limitations in your state runs out. These deadlines are applicable to many types of personal injury claims, such as car accidents and medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims and the cases of wrongful death.
In most states, "the clock" of the statute of limitations begins to run the day you were injured. There are exceptions to the rule which can stop it in certain cases. For example the discovery rule allows you to file a lawsuit when you find (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
In some cases, the statute of limitations may be shortened or tolled. For instance, if the plaintiff is mentally impaired or underage. You should consult with an experienced injury lawyer to determine the specific statute of limitations applicable to your case. If you try to bring a lawsuit after the statute of limitations has expired, the court will likely dismiss your case. This can have devastating effects on the victim and the family members of the victim.
Damages
A person who is awarded a personal injury lawsuit is entitled damages. These may include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical expenses as well as lost wages and the costs associated with an accident. Other kinds of damages could compensate the victim for the loss of enjoyment or emotional pain caused by an accident.
The amount of damages will be determined by a jury based upon the evidence presented in court. Your attorney will argue that the defendant did not behave with the level of care that a reasonable person would have used in the same circumstance which resulted in your injury lawyers.
Special damages are typically easy to calculate, like the cost to repair or replace damaged property as well as the value of lost wages if an injury stopped you from working or forced you to use sick or vacation time. General damages can also be referred to as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to determine. Many attorneys and insurance companies employ a multiplier to estimate the amount of general damages, for instance, an amount of 1.5 to 5. The most severe injuries are likely to result in higher general damages than minor or injuries temporary injuries.
Mediation
Mediation isn't required for every injury case. However, it can be used as a way to settle a dispute and avoid having a jury or judge decide the outcome. You can discuss your concerns at the mediation with a neutral third party, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask you questions to determine what you are expecting and the amount of money you want. The mediator will then meet with both sides alone. Then, you will make counter-offers and exchange offers to find a solution.
The purpose of mediation is achieving an agreement where neither the liable party nor injured victim would prefer to take to court. This is a crucial step to avoid the long and stressful litigation process. Most cases of injury settle at mediation, even those involving the most renowned insurance companies. Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak will assist you in negotiating a settlement that is best for you, no matter if you've been in an accident at work or an auto accident. Contact us today for an appointment for a no-cost consultation. We can meet at a convenient location near Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
While the majority of injuries cases are settled outside of court, your attorney might decide that going to trial is necessary. This will be based on your individual circumstances and the strength of your evidence as well as the insurance company of the defendant's offer.
Your lawyer will argue your case to a jury during the trial. The jury will be responsible to determine if the defendant was negligent and in the event that they were, how much compensation you'll receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During trial, your lawyer will use evidence to prove that the negligence of the defendant caused to your injuries and that financial damages are required to pay for your expenses and losses. The defense will provide evidence to counter your accusations and keep them from owing you money. The jury will consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict is issued by a judge, or a jury at a bench trial. It will decide whether the defendant was negligent or if they were in fact negligent, what amount of financial damages are you entitled to.
