You might be wondering how long it will take to receive your check after your personal injury case settles. Getting a personal injury settlement check in Miami generally takes four to six weeks. That is only an average, however. The time it takes to receive a personal injury settlement check depends on so many factors…
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How to Write a Settlement Demand Letter in a Miami Personal Injury Case
Personal injury lawyers use a settlement demand letter to begin settlement negotiations with an insurance company. The demand letter gives the parties a starting point to negotiate a reasonable settlement agreement. As a result, many personal injury cases are resolved through settlement negotiations. What Is Included in a Settlement Demand Letter? Settlement demand letters are…
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What is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?
The main difference between negligence and negligence per se is the requirement to prove that the defendant breached the duty of care. In a negligence per se case, it is presumed that the defendant’s conduct failed to meet the reasonable person standard. Therefore, the defendant breached the duty of care owed to the plaintiff. To…
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How To Approach a Free Consultation with a Miami Injury Attorney
Have you been injured in an accident in Miami? Even if you’re a careful person, you still face a risk of many different types of accidents. Often, these accidents result from someone else’s negligence. Examples include the following: Car, motorcycle, or truck accidents Slip and falls Dog bites Pedestrian accidents Accidents resulting from negligent security…
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The Dangers of Undiagnosed Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis describes a narrowing of the spinal canal. Spinal stenosis can result from natural aging, trauma, or diseases. Untreated spinal stenosis will likely produce symptoms. These effects could range from occasional pain to permanent disability. Here is some information about spinal stenosis and the dangers when it goes undiagnosed. How Does Spinal Stenosis Happen?…
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Dangerous Side Effects of Heartburn Medications
Proton pump inhibitors are over-the-counter medications used to treat heartburn. When effective, they reduce stomach acid. It’s uncommon for patients to experience major side effects when taking these medications. However, when they do, the side effects can be extremely dangerous. It’s important to be familiar with the potential risks involved in taking proton pump inhibitors.…
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Dozens Injured, Hundreds Unaccounted for After Miami Building Collapse
After the incredibly violent and unanticipated collapse of the Champlain Towers South Condo, hundreds of residents and their loved ones are still taking it all in. Unfortunately, the tragedy is all too real and will have a lasting impact on thousands of South Florida residents. Champlain Towers South is a 12-story oceanfront condominium in the…
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Understanding Herniated Disc C4/C5 and C5/C6 Injuries
Neck injuries are a common consequence of an accident. Depending on the seriousness of the injury, a neck injury could cause long-term impairments, including chronic pain, stiffness, reduced motion, and other debilitating conditions. Victims who develop herniated discs because of an accident can face a lengthy recovery and incur substantial damages because of the injury.…
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How Do Personal Injury Lawyers Get Paid?
Many life events require the services of a legal professional. Victims of car accidents, people getting divorced, and those filing for bankruptcy all need competent legal representation. Attorneys may also be necessary for people who have been charged with a DUI (driving while under the influence), those who need to draw up a will, and…
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Popcorn Lung: An Overview on Causes, Treatments, & Liability
Lung injuries and diseases are serious health conditions. Many workers face risks on the job that put them in a higher category for developing lung disease. A serious lung disease that often occurs in factories using flavoring chemicals is popcorn lung. The nickname popcorn lung might appear silly. However, bronchiolitis obliterans is actually an acute,…
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