Mediation is a process by which all the parties involved get together with a third party, known as a mediator, who attempts to get the parties to resolve the case amicably. Mediation is confidential. Mediation is essentially a negotiation facilitated by a neutral third party. If you have more questions, I suggest consulting with an Learn More “What is Mediation?”
An examination under oath or EUO, is a formal proceeding during which an insured is under oath and in the presence of a court reporter, and is questioned by a representative of the insurance company to obtain the necessary information to evaluate and process the claim. Whenever you’re answering anything under oath, you should have Learn More “What is an Examination Under Oath?”
If your personal injury claim happened in another state, you can still file a personal injury claim against the liable party. Generally, your personal injury lawsuit will be filed in the state where the accident happened. If you have more questions, I suggest consulting with an experienced personal injury attorney.
Yes, you are allowed to see the settlement check from the insurance company and can obtain a copy for your record. Upon submitting your signed release form to the insurance company, it may take a few days or even weeks to receive your settlement check. If you have more questions, I suggest consulting with an Learn More “Will I See the Settlement Check?”
A consortium claim is a claim that gives your spouse the ability to recover damages “for any loss by reason of [his wife’s] [her husband’s] injury, of [his] [her] services, comfort, society and attentions in the past [and in the future] caused by the incident in question.” If you have more questions, I suggest consulting Learn More “What is a Consortium Claim?”
If the liable party does not have insurance, you still have options. An experience personal injury attorney will file an uninsured motorist claim with your insurance company or file a lawsuit against the at-fault party for the damages caused by their negligence. They may have assets your attorney can pursue to get you the compensation Learn More “What if the Negligent Party Does Not Have Insurance?”
Once you settle your personal injury case, your personal injury attorney must provide you with a closing statement. The closing statement breaks down your settlement, including the total settlement amount, the attorney’s contingency fee, the costs, and the reimbursement of any medical bills or health liens. If you have any questions about your closing statement, Learn More “What is a Closing Statement?”
When you are injured, money is not your first thought but there are many different types of damages you may be eligible to receive compensation for. For example, past and future medical bills, ongoing physical therapy, pain and suffering, lost wages, including loss of the ability to earn wages in the future, disability, physical impairment, Learn More “What Damages can I Recover?”
Yes, your meetings and conversations with your personal injury attorney will be confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege. This is a basic concept that binds all attorneys, and will make sure that whatever you tell your attorney is kept confidential. You will need to have an open honest relationship with your attorney who will Learn More “Will Conversations with My Attorney be Confidential?”