Will My Case Go To Court?
Posted on July 27, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
One of the most common questions I am asked by new clients is whether it will be necessary that their case go to court. Most people want nothing to do with having to go to trial. They fear that once they hire a lawyer, they will lose control of their case. They have heard of cases taking years to resolve and fear their’s will be one of them.
Read More..>>Think Long and Hard Before You Give a Recorded Statement to the Opposing Insurance Company
Posted on July 24, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
This articles is designed to help people injured in Virginia car accidents understand why it is so important to seek legal counsel before allowing the opposing insurance company to record their statement about the accident at issue. This course of action will strengthen their position in a personal injury claim against the insurance company for the driver who caused their injuries.
If you are injured in an autombile accident, then be very wary of letting the insurance company’s claims adjuster record your statement about the accident. As a general rule, you should talk to a qualified Virginia personal injury lawyer before you engage in any exchange with the insurance company you are facing.
Read More..>>Understanding Qualified Structured Settlement Assignment And Funds
Posted on July 24, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
Find out what is a structured settlement and how it works. Read on about the cons and pros of selling structured settlements.
A structured settlement is a way to settle a personal injury or workers comp case where the injured party wins a certain amount of money and the money is setup to be distributed through a periodic payment plan.
A company that enters into a structured settlement also has to sign a separate contract called a qualified structured settlement assignment agreement. It is common practice that the insurance company that is paying out the settlement, transfer its obligations to a third party assignee.
Read More..>>Lemon Law Myths Busted
Posted on July 22, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
There are several myths about the lemon law. Find the truths and answers here
In my daily practice of law I handle anywhere from 5 to 20 phone calls or emails regarding the Pennsylvania Lemon Law and its application to specific vehicles. I have been amazed at the lack of knowledge out there with the general public, so I am hopeful that this article will dispel many of the myths put out there by those who do not know better.
1. Myth - I cannot afford to pay an attorney to represent me.
Read More..>>Credit Card collection cases in Pennsylvania
Posted on July 22, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
Sued by a Credit Card company in Pennsylvania? Here are some issues that they must prove in order to prevail in a court of law.
Credit Card collection lawsuits are rapidly increasing in Pennsylvania. The volume of phone calls and emails that I receive on this topic is astounding. What I have discovered is that many people do not know their rights or how to handle these situations. I can say with certainty that contacting a Consumer Attorney is a very good move.
Read More..>>Why You Should Always Seek Medical Care When You Are Injured in a Virginia Automobile Accident
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
This articles is designed to help people injured in Virginia car accidents understand why it is so important to promptly seek and obtain medical care for their injuries. These actions will not only guard their health, but also strengthen their position in a personal injury claim against the opposing insurance company.
The insurance companies have many powerful advocates teaching them how to deny and minimize personal injury claims arising from car accidents; however, the average person involved in such an accident does not.
This inequity drove me to write this article to help people injured in Virginia accidents better understand their rights and increase their chances of successfully pursuing claims for those injuries.
Read More..>>Lemon Law Myths Busted
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
There are several myths about the lemon law. Find the truths and answers here
In my daily practice of law I handle anywhere from 5 to 20 phone calls or emails regarding the Pennsylvania Lemon Law and its application to specific vehicles. I have been amazed at the lack of knowledge out there with the general public, so I am hopeful that this article will dispel many of the myths put out there by those who do not know better.
1. Myth - I cannot afford to pay an attorney to represent me.
Read More..>>Credit Card collection cases in Pennsylvania
Posted on July 21, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
Sued by a Credit Card company in Pennsylvania? Here are some issues that they must prove in order to prevail in a court of law.
Credit Card collection lawsuits are rapidly increasing in Pennsylvania. The volume of phone calls and emails that I receive on this topic is astounding. What I have discovered is that many people do not know their rights or how to handle these situations. I can say with certainty that contacting a Consumer Attorney is a very good move.
Read More..>>Threatened with Wage Garnishment?
Posted on July 18, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
Have you been threatened with Wage Garnishment? Can they actually garnish your wages?
So you have defaulted on a credit account. The debt collector calls and demands immediate payment of the debt. The debt collector then makes the following threat: “If you do not pay this debt by Monday at noon, we will garnish your wages, starting with your next paycheck”.
Read More..>>Legal questions to ask before buying a Used Vehicle
Posted on July 17, 2008 - Filed Under Law | Leave a Comment
There are many questions that you should ask before purchasing a used vehicle. The following are some obvious ones that I find many of my clients forget to ask.
Purchasing a used vehicle is a large undertaking. No matter the actual price of the vehicle, it is a major expenditure for most of us. With that in mind, there are several things that you need to know, ask or do before signing on the dotted line.
1. Does the vehicle come with a warranty?
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