When you’re injured due to someone else’s negligence, finding the right personal injury lawyer in Vancouver, WA, can make all the difference. A good lawyer will not only fight for your rights but also ensure you receive fair compensation for your...
The big game. A bachelorette party. A breakup. A reunion. The reason behind excessive drinking doesn’t really matter when someone ends up hurt as a result. If the actions of an intoxicated driver have caused you to suffer injuries, there are several legal avenues you can explore. Certainly, the person who caused the injuries may be held accountable for their…
If you’ve been injured in an accident due to another person’s negligence, you want to be compensated for the medical bills, lost wages, and suffering you endured. The question becomes how to go about it – should you use a do-it-yourself approach, or should you hire a personal injury lawyer? There are times when you can negotiate a fair settlement…
There can be hidden dangers in Nursing Homes although most people expect the best care for their loved ones in a skilled nursing environment, the reality can be quite different. The relevant authorities have received more than 62,700 complaints against nursing home abuse between 2011 and 2015. Over one-third of these complaints were about some degree of harm by staff…
After someone has been in an accident, it’s normal to have many questions. Who should be held responsible? Who will pay the medical bills? How can someone who suffered severe injuries support himself and his family? At the Law Office of Gregory E. Price, we want to answer all of your questions. To begin, here are some frequently asked questions…
After an accident, emotions run high. At best, the people involved are shaken up. At worst, they are critically injured. During this chaotic time, there are many opportunities to help or hurt your chances for being compensated for your injuries. Keep the five tips below in mind to help you think clearly if you are involved in an accident. 1.…
The costs involved in an injury accident can be staggering. For car accidents, the emergency room visit alone costs $3,300, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If the injured person must be hospitalized, medical expenses climb to $57,000. Anyone who has been injured in an accident knows that the expenses do not stop once you leave the…
Filing a lawsuit against a person or a company may seem time-consuming and intimidating, but it’s an effective way to get the compensation you deserve if you’ve been hurt in an accident caused by negligence. Most personal injury cases – 95% of them – are settled before going to trial, so it’s likely you can resolve your situation without even…
Personal injury law has been part of the mainstream culture since the 1970s, when its first newspaper ad appeared. While technically, personal injury protection, under the larger umbrella of law, dates back to ancient times, we will be explaining and highlighting some key dates in the history of U.S. personal injury law. Early 1900s The Industrial Revolution moved into the…
In 2013, 4,735 pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes in the United States in 2013, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Another 156,000 were treated for injuries in emergency departments. With little to protect them in an accident, pedestrians are the most vulnerable for injuries compared to anyone else on the road. Pedestrians are more than…