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How the Injury Lawsuit Process Works
If you have been injured by an accident and are unable to recover damages for medical bills or lost income, you can start a lawsuit. However many people aren't sure about how the litigation process is conducted.
In this blog post, we'll examine five key litigation milestones each personal injury claim has to be through.
Time to File
Each state has a statute that limits the time you are required to start a lawsuit following an accident. If you fail to file your claim in the timeframe it is usually dismissed.
Once a case is filed the parties will then begin a discovery process that involves exchanging documents as well as witness testimony and depositions. This could take months depending on the complexity of the case.
At this point, a reputable lawyer will make a settlement demand. However, your lawyer cannot make this demand until you are at the point of maximum medical improvement and you are as healthy as possible.
You may also be required to adhere to additional deadlines if you were injured by an entity of the government or a medical professional who works for the government. These are sometimes referred to as "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are extremely specific to each situation. Your attorney can explain them in greater depth. They are usually resolved quicker than other types of cases.
Statute of Limitations
If you want to maximize your chances of getting fair compensation, it's important to file an injury lawsuit before your state's statute of limitations expires. These deadlines are applicable to many kinds of personal injury claims, including car accidents and medical malpractice claims. product liability claims, and wrongful death claims.
In most states, the statute of limitations "clock" begins to tick when you are injured. However, there are exceptions to this rule that can effectively pause the clock in some cases. For firms example, the discovery rule allows you to file a claim in the event that you discover (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
The statute of limitations may be reduced or even tolled in certain situations for instance, when the plaintiff is underage or has mental disabilities. You should consult with an experienced attorney for injury to determine the exact statute of limitations applicable to your particular case. If you try to make a claim after the statute of limitation has expired the court may dismiss your case. This could have devastating implications on the victim as well as their family.
Damages
Anyone who prevails in an accident case is entitled to damages. They may include compensation for medical expenses as well as lost wages and other accident-related costs. Other kinds of damages pay compensation to someone who suffers from emotional distress or loss of enjoyment in life because of an accident.
The jury will decide the amount of damages determined by the evidence provided in the court. Your attorney will argue that the defendant failed to behave with the level of care that an average person would have applied in the same circumstance, which led to your injury.
Special damages are usually simple to calculate, for example the cost to repair or replace damaged property as well as the value of lost wages if an injury kept you from working, or forced you to take time off or sick. General damages are also known as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to determine. Many lawyers and insurance firms utilize a multiplier in estimating the amount of general damages, for instance, the ratio of 1.5 to 5. General damages are typically greater for serious injuries than for short-term or minor injuries.
Mediation
While it's not a mandatory part of every injury case it can be used to settle disputes without having a jury or judge decide on the outcome. You can discuss your concerns during the mediation with a third party neutral, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask questions to determine what you want in your settlement and what your expectations are. Then, the two parties will discuss their differences with the mediator. Then, you'll alternate between offers and counteroffers to reach a settlement.
The negligent party and the victim who has been injured would like to go to trial therefore the goal is to settle in mediation. This is an essential step to avoid the long and stressful process of litigation. Even the most complicated injury cases are settled at mediation. Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak will assist you in negotiating the settlement that is most suitable for you, no matter if you've been in an accident at work or an auto accident. Call us today to arrange an initial consultation for free. We can meet at a convenient place close to Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
Your attorney could decide to take your case to trial if your case is not resolved out of court. This will be based on your specific circumstances and the quality of your evidence, and the insurance company that insured the defendant's offer.
During the trial, your attorney will present your case to peers to a jury. The jury will be accountable to determine if the defendant was negligent and if so, how much compensation you'll receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During the trial, your lawyer will use evidence to show that the negligence of the defendant led to your injuries and you deserve financial damages to pay for the expenses and losses. The defense will make use of evidence to back up the allegations you make, and to stop them from having to pay any amount. The jury will consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict, given by jurors or judges in a bench trial will determine if the defendant was negligent and, if so, what amount of financial compensation you are entitled to.
If you have been injured by an accident and are unable to recover damages for medical bills or lost income, you can start a lawsuit. However many people aren't sure about how the litigation process is conducted.
In this blog post, we'll examine five key litigation milestones each personal injury claim has to be through.
Time to File
Each state has a statute that limits the time you are required to start a lawsuit following an accident. If you fail to file your claim in the timeframe it is usually dismissed.
Once a case is filed the parties will then begin a discovery process that involves exchanging documents as well as witness testimony and depositions. This could take months depending on the complexity of the case.
At this point, a reputable lawyer will make a settlement demand. However, your lawyer cannot make this demand until you are at the point of maximum medical improvement and you are as healthy as possible.
You may also be required to adhere to additional deadlines if you were injured by an entity of the government or a medical professional who works for the government. These are sometimes referred to as "discovery rules" or equitable tolling and are extremely specific to each situation. Your attorney can explain them in greater depth. They are usually resolved quicker than other types of cases.
Statute of Limitations
If you want to maximize your chances of getting fair compensation, it's important to file an injury lawsuit before your state's statute of limitations expires. These deadlines are applicable to many kinds of personal injury claims, including car accidents and medical malpractice claims. product liability claims, and wrongful death claims.
In most states, the statute of limitations "clock" begins to tick when you are injured. However, there are exceptions to this rule that can effectively pause the clock in some cases. For firms example, the discovery rule allows you to file a claim in the event that you discover (or should have discovered with reasonable care) your injury.
The statute of limitations may be reduced or even tolled in certain situations for instance, when the plaintiff is underage or has mental disabilities. You should consult with an experienced attorney for injury to determine the exact statute of limitations applicable to your particular case. If you try to make a claim after the statute of limitation has expired the court may dismiss your case. This could have devastating implications on the victim as well as their family.
Damages
Anyone who prevails in an accident case is entitled to damages. They may include compensation for medical expenses as well as lost wages and other accident-related costs. Other kinds of damages pay compensation to someone who suffers from emotional distress or loss of enjoyment in life because of an accident.
The jury will decide the amount of damages determined by the evidence provided in the court. Your attorney will argue that the defendant failed to behave with the level of care that an average person would have applied in the same circumstance, which led to your injury.
Special damages are usually simple to calculate, for example the cost to repair or replace damaged property as well as the value of lost wages if an injury kept you from working, or forced you to take time off or sick. General damages are also known as pain and suffering. They are more difficult to determine. Many lawyers and insurance firms utilize a multiplier in estimating the amount of general damages, for instance, the ratio of 1.5 to 5. General damages are typically greater for serious injuries than for short-term or minor injuries.
Mediation
While it's not a mandatory part of every injury case it can be used to settle disputes without having a jury or judge decide on the outcome. You can discuss your concerns during the mediation with a third party neutral, called a mediator.
The mediator will ask questions to determine what you want in your settlement and what your expectations are. Then, the two parties will discuss their differences with the mediator. Then, you'll alternate between offers and counteroffers to reach a settlement.
The negligent party and the victim who has been injured would like to go to trial therefore the goal is to settle in mediation. This is an essential step to avoid the long and stressful process of litigation. Even the most complicated injury cases are settled at mediation. Pfeifer Morgan & Stesiak will assist you in negotiating the settlement that is most suitable for you, no matter if you've been in an accident at work or an auto accident. Call us today to arrange an initial consultation for free. We can meet at a convenient place close to Pittsburgh or Monroeville.
Trial
Your attorney could decide to take your case to trial if your case is not resolved out of court. This will be based on your specific circumstances and the quality of your evidence, and the insurance company that insured the defendant's offer.
During the trial, your attorney will present your case to peers to a jury. The jury will be accountable to determine if the defendant was negligent and if so, how much compensation you'll receive to pay for your injuries, costs and financial losses.
During the trial, your lawyer will use evidence to show that the negligence of the defendant led to your injuries and you deserve financial damages to pay for the expenses and losses. The defense will make use of evidence to back up the allegations you make, and to stop them from having to pay any amount. The jury will consider the evidence after both sides have presented their closing arguments. The verdict, given by jurors or judges in a bench trial will determine if the defendant was negligent and, if so, what amount of financial compensation you are entitled to.
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