Category: Personal Injury Law
Personal Injury Glossary of Legal Terms
Adjuster: An insurance company employee whose responsibilities involve reviewing a claim to determine how much the company needs to pay in damages. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Methods of settling disputes […]
Lost Wages
What Are Lost Wages? Lost wages, or lost income, refers to the money you would have earned but didn’t because you could not work after injury. Not only does this […]
What to Do After a Dog Bite
WA Dog Bite Law In Washington, a dog owner is responsible for damages caused by their dog biting a victim (RCW 16.08.040). This is true regardless of whether the victim […]
Non-Economic Damages and Pain and Suffering
In a personal injury case, compensation can be broken down into two main categories: economic damages and non-economic damages. What are economic damages? What are non-economic damages? Economic damages are […]
What is Mediation?
Mediation is an informal process by which two (or more!) parties can come to a settlement in private. Both parties agree to hire and pay for a mediator, a trained, […]
Things to Consider Before Accepting a Settlement Offer for Your Injuries
Insurance claims processes can be very complicated. Claims adjusters can be rude and intimidating and the whole process is often overwhelming for someone who is still recovering from a traumatic […]