What are Punitive Damages?

When a person sustains an injury caused by the negligent actions of another individual or company, they will likely be able to recover various types of compensation. Usually, individuals think of economic and non-economic damages, the kinds of compensation that pay medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages. However, punitive damages may also

What are Compensatory Damages?

When a person sustains an injury caused by another individual or entity, there is a good chance they will be able to recover compensation for their losses. However, exactly what types of compensation are available if an injury claim is successful? Here, we want to review compensatory damages. These are the types of damages that

Witness Statement for a Car Accident

One of the most important things individuals can do after a vehicle accident is to get the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses who saw the incident. This can include bystanders near the scene of the incident as well as drivers and passengers in other vehicles. Witness statements can be valuable tools when it

What Happens When a Medical Condition Causes a Car Accident?

There are a variety of types of medical conditions that could cause a car accident. However, if a medical condition does cause an accident, how does liability work? Is the person who had a medical condition responsible for the incident? Will any injury or property damage victim be able to file a lawsuit to recover