Clients sometimes ask our Vancouver car accident lawyer about the possibility of settling a case early if mental health issues are present. However, the prospects for a quick resolution are generally not favorable. Various factors affect the insurance company’s willingness to accept an early settlement. The Type of Car Accident Case and the Possibility of an Early Settlement By the
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Psychological testing may be requested in your personal injury case based on the nature of the injuries claimed. For example, a Vancouver personal injury lawyer typically sees such a request where the victim was subjected to some form of traumatic experience and the testing is done to assess his or her psychological functioning to determine if there is any psychological
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The reasonable person standard is important for every Vancouver personal injury lawyer. It is a key element of personal injury cases based on the negligence of a person or business. This standard applies to all types of accident and injury claims from slip and falls to auto accidents. The Reasonable Person The concept of a reasonable or ideal person makes
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Our Vancouver personal injury lawyer Loren Scott Etengoff knows that neck injuries are probably the most serious soft-tissue injuries resulting from an auto accident. There are several material case factors in an auto accident that can indicate the potential seriousness of a neck injury, even without a fracture, and the injuries can linger long-term in serious crashes. This extended injury potential
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Discovery, in general, is designed as a fact-gathering tool to enable each side in a litigation to know the other party’s information and evidence. The discovery tool that perhaps can be used most effectively by a Vancouver personal injury lawyer is the deposition. Basic Considerations Although a deposition is an out-of-court statement, it is nonetheless mandatory and is given under
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Your Vancouver personal injury lawyer will explain how different insurance companies use various strategies when handling a claim. Mid-Sized Insurance Companies Use a Different Approach Than Larger Companies A Vancouver personal injury lawyer is familiar with how reasonable, mid-sized insurance companies deal with claims as opposed to larger companies. For example, if an insurance company spends a lot of money on
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Your Vancouver personal injury lawyer can help you understand what possible red flags could lead a claims adjuster to examine your case more closely. Why a Claims Adjuster Might Question the Validity of a Case When an insurance claims adjuster looks at a case, it must first be considered whether the policy is applicable. If it is, the extent of the coverage must
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A Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyer is often asked whether motorcyclists are required to include personal injury protection (PIP) in their motorcycle insurance policy. Although your automobile insurance may have PIP coverage and allows you to access the benefit even if you are a bicyclists or pedestrian injured by a motor vehicle, the coverage typically excludes injuries to motorcyclists and their passenger. Why Automobile Insurance
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If you sustained injuries as a result of an accident due to someone else's reckless, negligent, or intentional actions, you may decide to pursue a personal injury claim. Before you do, however, you should contact a Vancouver personal injury lawyer to determine whether your case meets the required elements in a personal injury case. The elements for a personal injury case may
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Vancouver Personal Injury Lawyer The courts have ruled that lawyers can use technology such as social media, to prove that someone is lying in court. If you have a personal injury trial pending, you do not want to risk damage to your case. Call our Vancouver personal injury lawyer for suggestions on how to handle this issue.
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Any Vancouver motorcycle accident attorney understands that determining a damage value for non-economic pain and suffering can be a complicated task. All cases are different in value, and general damages for pain-and-suffering will vary. Compensatory damages are more readily totaled because they are quantified by financial documents. And, general damages caps are often tied to the special damages in many
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The kinds of accidents involving motorcycles and bicycles are becoming more common according to recent accident statistics. More riders are involved in accidents, many fatal, than ever before. Accidents can be caused by a variety of factors, such as other drivers' negligence, dangerous road conditions, and even car doors against bike lanes opening unexpectedly. Accidents Involving Other Vehicles Three-fourths of
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If you have been in a motorcycle accident, contact your Vancouver motorcycle accident lawyer to represent you through the case. During your case, you may wonder who has settlement authority. In most cases, the defense lawyer will have more settlement authority than they will tell you about. The defense lawyer will tell you that they need to get authorization from
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Were you attacked or bit by a dog? If so, call a Vancouver personal injury lawyer right away. Every year, there are thousands of dog bites in the state of Washington, and many of the victims suffer injuries and emotional distress. Regardless of the circumstances, dog owners are responsible for the actions of their animal. The difficult part of these
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