WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR RIGHTS, REMEDIES, AND THE LEGAL PROCESS IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS BEEN INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT, THIS IS A BASIC GUIDE TO HELP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY: • Know your rights. • Access the help that is available. • Choose the best lawyer for you. TEN IMPORTANT STEPS TO TAKE WHEN INJURED IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS SUFFERED A SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, SOME VERY IMPORTANT STEPS NEED TO BE TAKEN WITHIN THE FIRST FEW DAYS: 1. Make sure the police have all of the information they need about the accident. 2. Record the names and addresses of involved parties and witnesses to the accident. 3. Keep your family doctor informed of your injury. 4. Notify your insurance company as soon as practicable of your car accident. 5. Notify your employer or school. 6. Record the names and contact information of your health care professionals. 7. Record insurance information. 8. Keep receipts for all related expenses. Family members should also record dates and time spent...
Plaintiff vs. Defendant — What is the Difference? When you need a lawyer’s services, it can be difficult to understand all the terms that get thrown around as you discuss your case. Two words used frequently are plaintiff and defendant. Understanding the differences between the two and when to use them is extremely important when talking about your case. Learn how to use these legal terms correctly in a personal injury case It is important to understand the terms mentioned when you are discussing your case. Many times, lawyers can use overly-technical language or “legalese” to explain different aspects of your legal matter. Two of these terms that are used frequently are plaintiff and defendant. We are going to take a look at the key differences as well as when to use the terms properly. What’s the difference between a plaintiff and a defendant? The plaintiff is a person or entity that files a lawsuit. The lawsuit includes a complaint and a summons which must be filed in the appr...
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