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Can You File a Lawsuit if You’re Hurt in a Bus Accident?
Countless people rely on public transportation, and most passengers don’t think about the possibility of a bus accident when they take a seat. But traveling by bus isn’t guaranteed to be safe – roughly 63,000 collisions involving buses occur every year. If you’re hurt in a bus accident, you have the right to file a…
Read morePersonal Injury Lawyer Costs – How Contingency Fees Work
Many accident victims refrain from contacting a personal injury lawyer because they don’t have money to pay for legal services. However, a lack of financial resources doesn’t have to stop you from getting the assistance you need. Hire an attorney who works on a contingency fee basis – like the team at William R. Rawlings…
Read morePersonal Injury Claims & Catastrophic Injuries
Any type of accident can lead you to file a personal injury claim. After all, even minor injuries may be serious enough to require medical treatment, hospitalization, time off from work, and other costly repercussions. However, certain types of injuries – generally those that result in severe physical, emotional and financial consequences -- are categorized…
Read moreCalculating Lost Earning Capacity in a Car Accident Claim
If you were in a collision and suffered serious injuries that affect your ability to work, filing a car accident claim can enable you to get compensation for your financial losses. And, lost income due to needing time off work for treatment and recovery isn’t the only type of damages you can pursue – you…
Read moreWhy Should You Hire an Auto Accident Attorney?
After a car crash, you might think you don’t need help from an auto accident attorney. And if the collision wasn’t all that serious, that could be true – the insurance company of the other driver may offer a fair settlement. With a major accident involving severe injuries and vehicular damage, this isn’t the norm.…
Read moreThe Basics of Wrongful Death Claims in Utah
If someone you love was killed due to the misconduct, negligence or carelessness of another party, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim. Bringing a lawsuit can provide you with the compensation you deserve for the loss you have suffered, while also holding the responsible person or entity accountable for their actions.…
Read moreHow Long Do You Have to File a Truck Accident Lawsuit in Utah?
Have you been injured in a collision involving a semi-truck, tractor-trailer or other big rig? Filing a truck accident lawsuit can be the means to obtaining compensation – but to achieve that goal, you’ll need to meet the deadline. Here’s a look at how much time you have to take legal action. Utah’s Statute of…
Read moreWhat to Ask During a Personal Injury Attorney Consultation
Finding the right personal injury attorney to take your case can be a challenge, as a vast number of law firms serve clients in Utah, California and Idaho. Fortunately, most – including William Rawlings & Associates – offer free consultations. The primary purpose of a lawyer consultation is to get an expert evaluation of your…
Read moreTypes of Compensatory Damages in Personal Injury Claims
Are you think about filing a personal injury claim? Whether you were seriously injured in a car accident, an animal attack or any other type of incident, you have the legal right to bring a case to court. As for the worth of your claim, that comes mainly down to the types of damages you’re…
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