Winning a bad faith lawsuit against an insurance company is never easy. Laws vary from state to state, but plaintiffs generally have to prove intent. That can be difficult under any circumstances, and especially so when the opponent has vastly more financial resources and legal expertise at their disposal. But a recent court ruling regarding […]
New Regulations on Segways in San Diego
Segway scooters have become a popular way to tour a city. Rather than sit still on a tour bus that’s stuck in traffic, travelers can hop aboard a scooter and join their fellow vacationers in seeing the city sights. But due to some recent accidents and resulting city regulations, it’s going to be a little […]
State Court Protects Policyholders On Texas Insurance Code 542
For the past 15 years, Texas-based insurance companies have used the appraisal process to delay payment of reasonable claims. A decision by the state Supreme Court in July 2019 set the trajectory back in favor of policyholders by upholding the original intent of Texas insurance code 542. The Prompt Payment of Insurance Claims Act has […]
3 Main Causes of Semi-Truck Accidents
The number of highway accidents caused by commercial trucks is in the neighborhood of 500,000 a year. About 1 percent of those will result in a fatality. There are 3 common causes of semi-truck accidents and all are rooted in the structure of the trucking industry itself. Let’s take a look. #1: Fatigue There are […]
Round 1 Goes to Insurer in Amy Kemper Motorcycle Accident Case
A knockdown legal fight between an injured motorcyclist and an insurance company, with up to $10 million at stake, saw the first round go to the insurer. The plaintiff filed a bad-faith lawsuit against Equity Insurance, but that suit was dismissed on summary judgment in July 2019. First, here are the details of the case. […]
Al Noga Concussion Lawsuit Reversal A Defeat For Ex-NFL Players
Retired NFL players that suffer lingering damage due to head injuries received a setback in court in July 2019. A ruling from the Minnesota Supreme Court denied workers’ compensation benefits to Al Noga, a former defensive lineman for the Minnesota Vikings. The basis on which the Al Noga concussion lawsuit was ruled will almost certainly […]
Florida PTSD Law To Protect First Responders Gains Momentum
First responders, such as police officers or firefighters, are—by definition—first on the scene in the event of a tragedy. They have won well-earned praise from society for their heroic efforts. But one recognition they haven’t received is reasonable coverage for the fallout that comes from seeing terrible tragedies up close. Fortunately, that’s changing. Florida passed […]
Wrongful Death Charge Against Tiger Woods
Golfer Tiger Woods, who boasts a grand total of 81 PGA victories, is being charged, along with his girlfriend, for the wrongful death of one of his bartenders, Nicholas Immesberger. The Woods Jupiter restaurant and bar is owned by the renowned golfer and managed by his girlfriend, Erica Herman. She is also being charged for […]
Corporate Giants Forced to Pay Top Dollar Settlements (Or Are They?)
It’s no secret that corporate giants are paying large sums in settlements and court fees recently. Johnson & Johnson, for instance, is being sued for faulty medical devices used in hip replacements, as well as facing trial for allegations against their baby powder, which individuals claimed caused cancer. The company was recently ordered to pay […]
Can Your Personal Injury Settlement Be Taxed As Income?
Picture this: You’ve been hurt at work or from a car wreck. You call your insurance company and file the necessary paperwork. In a couple weeks, you receive your settlement without going to court, and now it’s all finally over. Or so you wish. Depending on the case, some of that compensation might go to […]
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