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 Four Elements of Negligence in a […]
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 are some exceptions, and certain […]
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 your case, so consider contacting […]
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. personal injury attorney who can […]
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 injury, including the following. PIP […]
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 lost a specific amount of […]
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 proving pain and suffering. Working […]
Negligence rules help govern how compensation is distributed in a personal injury lawsuit. Washington, D.C., does not follow a comparative negligence model. Instead, it subscribes to the strict contributory negligence rule. That means a person who played any part in causing the accident that harmed them cannot recover compensation. How can contributory negligence impact a […]
Loss of enjoyment of life is a type of non-economic damages awarded to accident victims who suffer injuries that affect their ability to do activities they enjoyed before an accident. A claim for loss of enjoyment of life can provide money to compensate for the physical and emotional toll injuries take on a victim. While […]
Knee injuries can be painful, expensive, and disruptive. They often require extensive medical intervention and keep you from working or participating in your favorite activities. If someone else was to blame for your knee injury, Virginia law allows you to seek compensation from them through a personal injury claim. What Can Cause a Knee Injury? Knee […]
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