Resolving Disputes Through Discussion And Negotiation
The stress and financial strain of dealing with the aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming, and finding a quick resolution is likely your top priority. However, the road to settlement is often long and complex, especially if there are disagreements or...
Being involved in a car accident can result in serious injuries. On top of that, it can cause a lot of stress. The last thing you may want to do is enter litigation. Fortunately, there are other options in terms of pursuing compensation, such as personal injury...
Airbags are designed to protect drivers and passengers during car accidents, reducing the risk of severe injuries. However, the rapid deployment of an airbag can sometimes cause injuries. Common injuries include abrasions, burns, fractures and even more serious...
Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating medical condition. Once known as reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), CRPS is a progressive and permanent condition. It often develops after someone suffers a traumatic injury. An individual falls and breaks a...
Most drivers are at least relatively aware that they shouldn’t text in the car. Some of them still do it, of course, and distracted driving accidents happen every day. But drivers know that texting is dangerous and that they should try to avoid it. To do so, some...
In the complex arena of injury lawsuits, resolving disputes can be both time-consuming and costly for insurers and plaintiff’s attorneys. As a mediator with experience on both sides of the courtroom, representing insurance companies and plaintiffs, I have witnessed...
Car accidents involving children are traumatic events that can leave lasting physical and emotional scars. And, very unfortunately, they are not an uncommon occurrence. According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), just shy of 163,000...
Some car accidents lead to severe and immediate injuries. If someone has a spinal cord injury and cannot move, they know there’s a serious problem. In other cases, though, the injuries may not seem that serious at first and can get worse over time. One example of an...
Why did mediators and lawyers stop doing Joint Sessions to start a mediation? Mediation has evolved, rendering traditional Joint Sessions unnecessary. Today, with trial lawyers and clients being well-versed in the process, the educational aspect of Joint Sessions is...
People used to confidently say that it was safest to ride in the back seat of a passenger car. This is part of the reason why children are always in the back seat. It is statistically safer for them if they are involved in an accident. On modern vehicles, the back...