The opioid epidemic in the United States has taken a devastating toll and the biggest pharmacies are coming under fire. Over 1,400 local and state governments have filed suit against drugmakers for aiding and abetting the epidemic. This includes a high-profile showdown between two politically important states—Florida and Ohio—against two of the biggest retail … [Read more...]
What is the Standard Attorney Contingency Fee?
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 are a few issue that you should be aware of: If you’re just starting to look for a lawyer, be … [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 deceased’s estate to bring a wrongful death lawsuit forward for consideration. The representative in this … [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 clearly, you have a lot less money than the hospital does. If you file a personal injury claim, they can … [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 workforce. Since people are living longer, they’re in need of financial means to sustain their lifestyle. … [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 Robbie Middleton was awarded $150 billion dollars because when he was eight years old he was tied to a … [Read more...]
