From the time you get into an accident until the time you reach a settlement agreement for your damages, a lot of time can pass by. In many cases, this takes months or even years, but eventually, you must reach an agreement. When you do, you will have to sign a settlement agreement, and here are three things you should do before signing it.
Seek legal advice and assistance
It is so important to seek legal advice and assistance during any type of car accident case, as it is hard to understand all your rights in a case if you have never gone through one before.
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A Guide To Breach Of Contract Issues For Brokers And Agents That A Residential Real Estate Lawyer Can Help With
If you are a real estate broker or agent, you are likely to already be familiar with the possibility of being sued after a real estate deal has completed or even as the result of a failed real estate transaction. Unfortunately, there is the very real possibility that a lawsuit could result in significant financial loss. Even if the case is ultimately decided in your favor or it is dropped prior to making it to court, the issue could result in the loss of future income because of the bad PR.
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Is The Bartender To Blame? What You Should Know About Bartender Liability Laws
If you have been charged with a DUI after a night out in a bar, you may think you have no one to blame but yourself. While you bear much of the responsibility, most every state in the nation now prohibits the sale of alcohol to clearly inebriated individuals. While there is some variance among states, the bottom line is that bartenders and those serving alcohol can receive much of the liability through violation of the laws in place to protect those drinking in an establishment.
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Tips For Gathering Evidence For Your Personal Injury Case
The results of your personal injury settlement or trial are highly dependent upon the evidence you have. This evidence needed isn't just to prove that you were injured or that your injuries were severe, but also to show that the person or entity you are suing was negligent and responsible. The following tips can help you gather and preserve the evidence you need.
Tip #1: Arrange for prompt photographs at the scene
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