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How the Injury Lawsuit Process Works
If you've been injured in an accident and need to recover damages for medical bills or lost income, you could file a lawsuit. A lot of people aren't certain about the litigation process.
This blog post will discuss five steps that all personal injury claims have to be able to pass through.
Time to File
Each state has its own statute of limitations which defines the amount of time after an accident, you are required to bring a lawsuit. If you don't file your claim in the timeframe it is nearly always dismissed.
Once a case is filed and the parties begin the process of discovery that includes exchanging documents witness testimony, documents, and depositions. Depending on the complexity of your case, this can take months.
A reputable lawyer will make a settlement request. However, your lawyer can't make a demand until you've reached the point of the greatest improvement in your medical condition and are as fully recovered as possible.
You may also have to adhere to additional time limitations if injured by an entity belonging to the government or injury by a doctor who is employed by the government. These are sometimes called "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are extremely specific to each situation. Your attorney can explain them in more depth. In general, these cases are quicker to resolve than other cases.
Statute of limitations
If you want to increase your chances of getting fair compensation, it's crucial to file an injury lawsuit before your state's statute of limitations runs out. These deadlines are applicable to a variety of personal injury claims, such as car accidents and medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.
In most states, the statute of limitations "clock" begins to tick on the day you were injured. However there are exceptions to this rule, which can effectively stop the clock in certain circumstances. For instance the discovery rule allows you to file a lawsuit in the event that you discover (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
The statute of limitation can be extended or reduced in certain circumstances in certain circumstances, for example, if the plaintiff is young or is mentally disabled. Consult an experienced injury lawyer to determine the applicable statute of limitations to your case. If you attempt to submit a claim after the deadline has passed your case is likely to be dismissed by the court. This can have devastating consequences for the victim and their family.
Damages
The person who wins a personal injury case is entitled to compensation. This could include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical care as well as lost wages and the costs associated with an accident. Other types of damages pay compensation to someone who has suffered emotional distress or loss of enjoyment in life due to an accident.
The amount of damages will be determined by a jury, based on the evidence presented in court. Your lawyer will argue that the defendant failed to behave in a way that a reasonable person might have done in the same circumstance. This resulted in your injury.
Special damages are typically easy to calculate, like the cost to repair or replace damaged property and the amount of lost wages if an injury prevented you from working or forced you to use sick or vacation time. General damages, also known as pain and suffering are harder to determine. Many attorneys and insurance companies use multipliers, such as a 1.5 to 5 factor to estimate general damages. General damages are usually more severe for injuries that are serious as opposed to minor or short-term injuries.
Mediation
Mediation isn't required for every injury case. However it can be used as a way to resolve a dispute without having a judge or jury decide on the outcome. At mediation, you will be able to discuss your concerns with an impartial third party known as a mediator.
The mediator will ask questions to determine the amount you want in your settlement and what your expectations are. The mediator will then speak with both sides in a private setting. After that, you'll alternate between counteroffers and offers until you reach a settlement.
The purpose of mediation is to reach an agreement that neither the liable party nor the victim who has been injured want to go to court. This is a crucial step to avoid the long and stressful litigation process. Most injury cases settle through mediation, even those involving the largest insurance companies. If you're involved in an auto crash or a workplace injury, Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can assist you in negotiating the best settlement for your situation. Call us today to arrange an initial consultation for free. We can meet at a convenient place close to Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
While the vast majority injury cases are settled outside of court, your attorney may decide that going to trial is necessary. This will be based on your particular circumstances and the quality of your evidence and the insurance company of the defendant's offer.
Your attorney will present your case to a jury during the trial. The jury is responsible for determining if the defendant was negligent and in the event that they were, how much compensation you are entitled to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During trial your lawyer will use evidence to show that the negligence of the defendant led to your injuries. They will also show that financial damages are required to pay for your expenses and losses. The defense will make use of evidence to defend itself against your accusations, and also to prevent them from having to pay any money. After both sides have delivered their closing arguments and the jury deliberates. The verdict will be given by a judge or a jury at a bench trial. It will decide if the defendant was negligent or if they were, how much financial damages could you be awarded.
If you've been injured in an accident and need to recover damages for medical bills or lost income, you could file a lawsuit. A lot of people aren't certain about the litigation process.
This blog post will discuss five steps that all personal injury claims have to be able to pass through.
Time to File
Each state has its own statute of limitations which defines the amount of time after an accident, you are required to bring a lawsuit. If you don't file your claim in the timeframe it is nearly always dismissed.
Once a case is filed and the parties begin the process of discovery that includes exchanging documents witness testimony, documents, and depositions. Depending on the complexity of your case, this can take months.
A reputable lawyer will make a settlement request. However, your lawyer can't make a demand until you've reached the point of the greatest improvement in your medical condition and are as fully recovered as possible.
You may also have to adhere to additional time limitations if injured by an entity belonging to the government or injury by a doctor who is employed by the government. These are sometimes called "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are extremely specific to each situation. Your attorney can explain them in more depth. In general, these cases are quicker to resolve than other cases.
Statute of limitations
If you want to increase your chances of getting fair compensation, it's crucial to file an injury lawsuit before your state's statute of limitations runs out. These deadlines are applicable to a variety of personal injury claims, such as car accidents and medical malpractice claims. They also apply to product liability claims as well as wrongful death cases.
In most states, the statute of limitations "clock" begins to tick on the day you were injured. However there are exceptions to this rule, which can effectively stop the clock in certain circumstances. For instance the discovery rule allows you to file a lawsuit in the event that you discover (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
The statute of limitation can be extended or reduced in certain circumstances in certain circumstances, for example, if the plaintiff is young or is mentally disabled. Consult an experienced injury lawyer to determine the applicable statute of limitations to your case. If you attempt to submit a claim after the deadline has passed your case is likely to be dismissed by the court. This can have devastating consequences for the victim and their family.
Damages
The person who wins a personal injury case is entitled to compensation. This could include money to cover the cost of the victim's medical care as well as lost wages and the costs associated with an accident. Other types of damages pay compensation to someone who has suffered emotional distress or loss of enjoyment in life due to an accident.
The amount of damages will be determined by a jury, based on the evidence presented in court. Your lawyer will argue that the defendant failed to behave in a way that a reasonable person might have done in the same circumstance. This resulted in your injury.
Special damages are typically easy to calculate, like the cost to repair or replace damaged property and the amount of lost wages if an injury prevented you from working or forced you to use sick or vacation time. General damages, also known as pain and suffering are harder to determine. Many attorneys and insurance companies use multipliers, such as a 1.5 to 5 factor to estimate general damages. General damages are usually more severe for injuries that are serious as opposed to minor or short-term injuries.
Mediation
Mediation isn't required for every injury case. However it can be used as a way to resolve a dispute without having a judge or jury decide on the outcome. At mediation, you will be able to discuss your concerns with an impartial third party known as a mediator.
The mediator will ask questions to determine the amount you want in your settlement and what your expectations are. The mediator will then speak with both sides in a private setting. After that, you'll alternate between counteroffers and offers until you reach a settlement.
The purpose of mediation is to reach an agreement that neither the liable party nor the victim who has been injured want to go to court. This is a crucial step to avoid the long and stressful litigation process. Most injury cases settle through mediation, even those involving the largest insurance companies. If you're involved in an auto crash or a workplace injury, Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak can assist you in negotiating the best settlement for your situation. Call us today to arrange an initial consultation for free. We can meet at a convenient place close to Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
While the vast majority injury cases are settled outside of court, your attorney may decide that going to trial is necessary. This will be based on your particular circumstances and the quality of your evidence and the insurance company of the defendant's offer.
Your attorney will present your case to a jury during the trial. The jury is responsible for determining if the defendant was negligent and in the event that they were, how much compensation you are entitled to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During trial your lawyer will use evidence to show that the negligence of the defendant led to your injuries. They will also show that financial damages are required to pay for your expenses and losses. The defense will make use of evidence to defend itself against your accusations, and also to prevent them from having to pay any money. After both sides have delivered their closing arguments and the jury deliberates. The verdict will be given by a judge or a jury at a bench trial. It will decide if the defendant was negligent or if they were, how much financial damages could you be awarded.
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