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The Importance of Your Credibility During a Personal Injury Claim
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on August 31, 2022There are many factors that affect your ability to recover compensation for damages from a personal injury. For example, the strength of the evidence your attorney collects while investigating your claim. Your credibility is another important factor, especially if your case goes to trial and ends up in the hands of a jury. However, your […]
Read moreLinking a Spinal Cord Injury to a Maryland Car Crash
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on July 29, 2022Car crashes are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries. These injuries can be quite serious, resulting in mobility issues and paralysis. In many cases, a full recovery is not possible even after extensive medical treatment. Car crash victims are often left with costly medical bills, chronic physical pain and more damages. If you or […]
Read moreCan You Seek Compensation After Settling a Personal Injury Case?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on June 02, 2022Most personal injury cases are resolved through a settlement with an insurance company. The settlement provides compensation for the accident victim’s damages and releases the at-fault party from further liability. Once you accept a settlement, you will not be able to seek more compensation from the same party for the same injury even if your […]
Read moreHow Do Attorneys Preserve Evidence in an Injury Case?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on March 24, 2022There are several things accident victims can do to help gather evidence of their injuries. For instance, taking photos immediately following the accident could be useful when your attorney is building your case. Speaking to witnesses about what they saw and getting their contact details can also be critical. Strong evidence is necessary when pursuing […]
Read moreEvaluating the Need for Future Medical Treatment for Injury Victims
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on January 07, 2022One of the most important questions to answer during an injury claim is: How severe are the victim’s injuries? This is not only important from the standpoint of medical treatment, but also from the standpoint of the value of the claim. Your attorney needs to know how severe your injuries are and how long they […]
Read moreWhy Can Some Lawsuits be Resolved More Quickly Than Others?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on January 07, 2021If you get injured because of someone else’s carelessness, you may think about filing a lawsuit or insurance claim. You may also be concerned about how long it may take to resolve the case and receive compensation. Doctor’s offices and hospitals are going to want payment for the treatment they provide, and you still need […]
Read moreHow is a Plaintiff Paid Once a Personal Injury Case is Won?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on December 09, 2020Once a case has settled, injury victims are usually eager to receive funds and many have questions about that process. Will I get paid right away? Will I receive my settlement check in the mail? A lawyer may be able to provide an estimate of when you can expect the check to arrive, but there […]
Read moreHow the Credibility of Witnesses Can Impact a Personal Injury Case
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on October 26, 2020Proving your right to injury compensation in a personal injury case requires certain evidence. This includes pictures of the accident scene, your injuries and damage to property, your medical records and any police and/or accident report filed. Having witnesses who may have seen the accident and the events leading up to you being injured could […]
Read moreCan Punitive Damages Be Pursued in a Maryland Injury Case?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on October 19, 2020The majority of personal injury cases are based on the legal theory of negligence. In other words, one party failed to uphold a duty of care and this breach of care directly resulted in an injury to another. However, there are times when the at-fault party’s negligence is exceptionally outrageous and outside the scope of […]
Read moreWill My Case Settle or Go to Court?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on September 28, 2020Most personal injury cases are resolved in a settlement between both parties and compensation is generally issued by an insurance company. However, if neither party can come to a resolution, it may be necessary to go to court and let a judge or jury decide the outcome. Below, Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices discusses several […]
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