Loss of consortium is a legal claim for the loss of a loved one’s relationship after a personal injury or wrongful death. Loss of consortium claims seek monetary damages when an injured party can no longer provide affection, comfort, companionship, or a sexual relationship. You may qualify for loss of…
The statute of limitations for DC personal injury claims most often allows three years from the date of injury or from when the harm and its cause was discovered for the injured person to file a lawsuit. Some instances, like wrongful death claims or cases involving minors, have different legal…
In a personal injury case based on negligence, a victim must establish the four elements of negligence to receive compensation for their injuries. These elements are duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. A personal injury attorney can explain your options for pursuing compensation. What Are the…
For the most part, federal and state governments do not collect taxes on settlement money from personal injury claims because those proceeds are not considered earned income. Rather, the money is meant to return the injured party to the condition they were in before they suffered their injury. However, there…
The Washington DC personal injury claims process typically involves preparing and filing a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company, negotiating a settlement, and potentially filing a lawsuit if an agreement can’t be reached. This process aims to secure compensation for injuries caused by another’s negligence. Understanding this process can…
The value of a Washington DC personal injury case can vary depending on factors such as the severity of injuries, the long-term impact of those injuries, who is liable for them, and that party’s ability to pay. It’s impossible to provide an exact figure without reviewing the specific details of…
Awarding punitive damages is rare in Washington, D.C., personal injury cases. For a case to qualify for punitive damages, a court must determine that the defendant went beyond ordinary negligence, demonstrating malice or intentionally harming someone. If you believe your claim might qualify for punitive damages, consult a knowledgeable D.C….
Did you know that each state and territory in the U.S. has its own personal injury laws? Although the laws in each state share many similarities, every jurisdiction will have differences that make its personal injury law unique from other states. Washington, D.C., and Maryland laws have several notable differences in the field of personal…
If your ability to work has been affected by an accident someone else caused, you could be entitled to compensation for your missing wages. To collect it, you must show that the other person is to blame for your injuries, that your injuries prevented you from working, and that you’ve…
When someone else’s negligence causes you an injury, Virginia law permits you to sue them for pain and suffering. However, victims filing a personal injury lawsuit should understand what “pain and suffering” covers, how Virginia courts calculate the value of pain and suffering damages, and the most effective means of…
