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How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take?


Most people who have been involved in a personal injury case agree that resolving the matter can never come too soon.  That is understandable, as the disruption that a legal case will cause in the lives of everyone involved can be very unwelcome.  The sooner you are able to get back to life as usual, [ ] The post How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take? appeared first on Cottrell Law Office | Arkansas Personal Injury Attorney.
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5 Common Dangers to Motorcyclists and How to Avoid Them


Most people will not argue with the notion that motorcycles are dangerous machines. Yet, biking enthusiasts will likely tell you that they aren t any more dangerous than a car.  Though they may not provide the best protection, they can come with excellent handling, powerful brakes and, of course, unobstructed view.  The bottom line is, if you stay calm and use common sense, you may be able to avoid a trip to see a motorcycle accident lawyer.  Here are 5 common dangers that motorcyclists face, and suggestions on how to avoid them. No. 1 A car turns left in front of you Arguably, this is the most common cause of motorcycle accidents.  There can be several reasons why another driver turns in front of a motorcycle.  Maybe they simply did not see you.  Or maybe they did not properly judge your speed.  Just like with automobile accidents, this type of collision may be the result of distraction, or a blind spot may be to blame.  In many cases, automobile drivers only perceive the abs
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How to Determine the Value of a Premises Liability Case

Most people who are injured while on someone else’s property at least consider filing a lawsuit to recover for their injuries.  Yet, depending on the actual value of your case, it may not always be the best decision.  What you must consider is whether, after it is all said and done, will you end up with sufficient compensation to justify the cost and stress of civil litigation?  If you have a basic understanding of how to determine the value of a premises liability case, it will be easier to make that decision. Can I settle my case instead of going to court? Yes, it is possible in some cases to settle a personal injury case before it is necessary to file a lawsuit, but that does not happen very often.  Typically, the insurance company that gets involved initially, is not willing to offer a reasonable settlement amount.  In order for settlement to work, both parties must recognize that settlement requires a mutually agreeable resolution.  Often the injured party must accept a l
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