How Not to Be Afraid of Using a Lawyer

Using a lawyer can be frightening.

Most people will possibly use a lawyer once or twice in their lifetime.

There are many misconceptions about lawyers.

Such as they are too expensive for the typical person.

They are mean.

You can do it on your own.

In work injury, personal injury and Social Security Disability cases a lawyer only gets paid if you win.

There are no hourly fees and no upfront fees.

The lawyer gets paid a percentage of the award at the end of the case.

Your lawyer works in partnership with you to present your best case and win as much money as is allowed pursuant to the law.

The lawyer wants to win for you so there is no reason to be afraid.

The other side, the insurance company, has a number of lawyers helping it and giving it advice to protect its interests. So should you.

A lawyer has a large amount of experience in dealing with insurance companies, judges and other lawyers.

The lawyer knows what to expect and what you need to prove to win your case.

Make sure that you get an experienced lawyer on your side.

Feel free to contact Illinois injury lawyer and Social Security Disability lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

 

Teen who threw fatal punch gets probation | News-Gazette.com

CARLYLE (AP) — A southern Illinois teenager who threw a punch that killed another teen has been sentenced to probation.T

Source: Teen who threw fatal punch gets probation | News-Gazette.com

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You will see in many cases such as this that the family goes after someone who purchased the alcohol or adults who organized the party. The teen who threw the fatal punch most likely has no money. They are seeking someone who has money or insurance coverage. No money damages will replace the person, however this is all the law allows in terms of civil recovery.

Lawsuit filed against nursing home over resident photos | Local Crime & Courts | pantagraph.com

BLOOMINGTON — A lawsuit related to sexual images of residents posted on Facebook has been filed against a McLean County nursing home.

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The basis of lawsuit is failure to protect resident privacy and dignity. The question is what are the damages, and how much is the insurance company willing to pay to avoid a trial. Certainly is shocking and disgusting.

Top Tip to Help Your Injury Case?

What is the best advice I can give anyone who has been injured at work or in a motor vehicle collision?

Tell your doctor immediately how you were injured and all the body parts that were injured.

For instance, tell the doctor “I was lifting a 50 pound box of parts when I turned and twisted. I felt my back pop and there was pain right away. The pain runs down my right leg.”

Make sure you tell all your medical providers the same thing each time.

This means doctors, nurses, and physicians assistants.

An immediate, clear, consistent explanation of injury will make your injury case go smoothly and increase its value.

Questions about your injury case? Feel free to contact Illinois injury lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.