The standard contingency fee for an attorney on the surface runs about 33 percent, meaning one-third of any money won in a civil case goes to the law firm. But contingency fees can vary and the way expenses are handled can alter how much money ends up in your pocket. Here … Read more
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit in Florida?
When a loved one is killed in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, there are only certain individuals that are allowed to bring forward a wrongful death lawsuit for compensation, as determined by each state’s law. Florida only allows the representative of the … Read more
How Lawsuit Loans Work, What They Offer & What To Know
Consider the following scenario: You recently had to have non-life threatening surgery at the local hospital. Mistakes were made during the procedure, and you’re now unable to work for longer than anticipated. You clearly have a case for medical malpractice. Just as … Read more
7 Tips to Help Maintain Safety for the Aging American Workforce
As the American population ages, so is the workforce. According to the Administration of Community Living (ACL) there are 65 million people age 65 and over. By the year 2020, there will be more than 77 million people over age 60. Many of these Americans will be in the … Read more
The Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements
Every year thousands of personal injuries occur all over the world. Out of all the cases, approximately four to five percent go to trial while most are settled before ever having to go that route. Below are ten of the biggest personal injury settlements. The family of … Read more
More Than Stealing: What Constitutes a Theft Charge?
When you think of the word “theft,” someone swiping a candy bar or wallet may come to mind; however, did you know that “theft” is actually a broad term when it comes to criminal offenses? Legally, theft can encapsulate more than the most common, general definition. Theft is … Read more
