Car Accidents

by | May 25, 2023 | practice-areas

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It is estimated that over 37,000 people are killed in car accidents every year, and another 2.35 million are injured. Unfortunately, many of these accidents are caused by another driver’s negligence and could have easily been prevented. Victims of car accidents should speak with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible following the accident to determine if they are entitled to compensation for their medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Causes of Car Accidents

HOW TO HELP SOMEONE FACING EMOTIONAL TRAUMA AFTER A CAR ACCIDENTCar accidents occur on a daily basis, and many of them are caused by:

Distracted Driving

A driver becomes distracted when he takes his focus off of the road to pay attention to another passenger in the car, the radio, a smartphone, or any other form of distraction. Even if the driver’s eyes are only off of the road for a few seconds, this negligent behavior can lead to serious accidents. In fact, distracted driving is currently the number one cause of traffic accidents in the United States.

Speeding

Speed limits are put in place for a reason—to keep everyone on the road safe. When a driver decides to ignore the speed limit, he puts everyone else on the road at risk. The faster someone is driving, the less time he will have to react to a car suddenly braking or changing lanes in front of him.

Drunk Driving

Every sip of alcohol a person takes will impair his judgment more and more. If he decides to get behind the wheel after drinking alcohol, he may not be able to focus on the cars and road in front of him. Drunk drivers often swerve into other lanes or drive in the wrong direction. Because their judgment is so impaired, they may not be able to brake in time to avoid hitting your car at a stop sign or a red light. All of these behaviors can cause car accidents and severe injuries to all drivers and passengers involved.

Common Car Accident Injuries

Every car accident is unique, so injuries can vary greatly from one case to the next. However, there are a number of injuries that are very common in car accidents, including:

CAR ACCIDENTS WHIPLASHWhiplash

Whiplash occurs when the impact of the collision forces your head to suddenly jerk forward and then backward again. This sudden movement damages the soft tissues in your neck and can lead to serious lingering pain following a car accident.

Head Injuries

During an accident, it’s possible the impact of the collision could cause you to jerk forward and hit your head against the steering wheel, dashboard, or car window. The result could be anything from a minor concussion to a traumatic brain injury or skull fracture.

Back Injuries

Many people involved in car accidents suffer back injuries, which can range in severity from aches and pains in the lower back to a herniated disc or spinal cord injury.

Emotional Pain

Some victims will suffer emotionally as well as physically. Victims may experience anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of a car accident. This is especially true if a loved one who was also a passenger in the car was seriously injured or killed as a result of the accident.

After A Car Accident

If you have been injured in a car accident, it’s important to document as much evidence as possible. Keep all of your medical records, including bills, lab reports, X-rays, and any other relevant documents, so you have proof of the injuries you sustained and the expenses you had to pay. If your injuries are visible, take pictures of them immediately following the accident and again as they begin to heal. The more proof you have to support your personal injury claim, the better.

Seek Legal Advice Now

You shouldn’t have to suffer because of someone else’s negligent behavior behind the wheel. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, contact us now for a free consultation at 866-854-5529. The team of attorneys at Trial Lawyers for Justice can help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

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Mass Torts

by | Sep 27, 2022 | practice-areas

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Jury Hits Monsanto With $275M Verdict In Latest Trial Over PCB Exposure in Washington State School

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What Are PCBs?

PCBs

Polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, are referred to as “forever chemicals” due to their durability. Though PCBs were used widely for industrial purposes, they were banned in the 1970s.

 

PCBs are classified as “carcinogenic to humans” (Group 1).

Research compiled by the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry shows that PCBs can lead to the following health issues:

Neurobehavioral and Developmental Deficits in Newborns

  • Disrupted Reproductive System
  • Fibrosis
  • Necrosis
  • Neurological Deficiencies
  • Cardiovascular Risks
  • Adverse Dermal Effects

SEEKING JUSTICE

In recent years, PCBs have been found in the Sky Valley Educational Center, a Monroe School District building located in Washington. Trial Lawyers for Justice represents injured faculty and parents that have actions pending against Monsanto, the only domestic manufacturer of PCB chemical. The lawsuits allege that PCBs in outdated light fixtures and building caulk caused serious neurological injuries.

Monsanto has an extensive record of producing dangerous products including Agent Orange, Roundup, Nutrasweet, Synthetic Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGh), and more.

Although Monsanto knew PCBs posed a severe health risk, they shielded this information from public view for decades.

As parents ourselves, we care deeply about the children and families whose lives have been irreparably harmed by PCBs in schools across America.  This is a national health crisis and we are proud to support victims who are entitled to billions of dollars in damages.

If you believe you have been a victim of PCBs, please contact us here.

Health Effects of PCBs

The EPA has classified all PCBs as probable human carcinogens (cancer-causing substances). Evidence suggests a possible association between PCB exposure and liver cancer. PCBs also have significant ecological and human health effects other than cancer. 

The most likely way that staff may become exposed to PCBs from light ballasts is through breathing contaminated air or touching PCB oil or PCB-contaminated materials after a ballast leak or fire. Long-term effects can occur at any time after exposure and may last for months or years. They include:

  • Affects to the nervous and reproductive system, immune system suppression. This can cause numbness, weakness, and tingling in arms and legs. 
  • Muscle and joint pain.
  • Hormone disruption.
  • Respiratory tract symptoms.
  • Gastrointestinal effects, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.
  • Liver damage
  • Effects on the skin and eyes such as chloracne, skin rashes, and eye irritation.

Infants of mothers exposed to PCBs can experience developmental effects impairing movement, visual recognition memory, and short-term memory. PCBs may also be passed onto infants through their pregnant or nursing mothers.  This may include still births, and underweight births.

Short-term effects, which may be noticed immediately or shortly after exposure to PCBs include irritation of eyes, nose, and throat. Short-term exposure to high levels of PCBs can damage the liver.

PCBs are very stable chemical compounds that do not readily break down. Because of this, they may remain in the body, causing long-lasting toxic effects over many years. For this reason, it is critical to minimize any potential exposure to them. The EPA banned the manufacture and import in 1979.

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Probate & Estate Planning

by | Nov 4, 2021 | practice-areas

Probate lawyers, also referred to as estate or trust lawyers, help executors of the estate, or, administrators if there is no will, manage the probate process.

Estate Planning Lawyers 

Our team of Estate Planning Lawyers are here to help you with your estate planning needs. We can prepare your will, living trusts and other relevant documents.

Probate Lawyers 

Our team of probate lawyers are here to assist you with the estate administration process after a person dies. We are here to help you navigate the probate process after a loved one dies and to provide you with advice on powers of attorneys, or serve as an executor or administrator.

If a Will Exists

Our team of attorneys is here to help you when a loved one dies and has an existing will. Most wills go through probate with no problem. However, there are many reasons a will may be challenged. A probate attorney may also assist you in reviewing the will to ensure that it was not signed or written under duress/in the best interest of the individual who owns the will. An example of a will written under duress would be an individual who has dementia who is more vulnerable to writing a will to the benefit of a person who wants a cut of the estate.

If No Will Exists 

When one dies without a signed will, they are said to have died “intestate.” When this happens, the individual’s estate is distributed according to the intestacy laws of the state in which the property is located. Intestate laws vary state to state; however, in most states, the surviving spouse receives all of the intestate property.

In this type of situation, a probate lawyer can help the administrator of the estate to distribute assets according to state intestacy laws.

Renunciations

If there is no will, the relative who wishes to become the estate’s administrator must first obtain renunciations from the decedent’s surviving relatives. Renunciations is a legal statement renouncing an individual’s right to administer the estate. A probate attorney can assist in securing the renunciation statements and file them with the probate court. Once filed, the probate attorney can continue to help with the probate process. They can do so by helping to determine estate taxes, secure assets, manage the estate checkbook, etc.

The Role of an Estate Planning Lawyer 

An Estate Planning Lawyer assist clients with developing an estate plan to determine the specific distribution of their estate once they die.

  • Help navigate state and federal tax laws
  • Drafting wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents
  • Collaborate with financial advisors and insurance professionals
  • Advise on life insurance policies, retirement plans, and charitable donations
  • Stay up-to-date on the ever changing tax laws that could ultimately affect estate value

The Role of a Probate Lawyer 

A Probate Lawyer is tasked to advise an estate executor/administrator. Some of these responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Locating all of the decedent’s assets
  • Securing all of the decedent’s assets
  • Appraising the decedent’s property
  • Collecting life insurance proceeds
  • Determining the estates taxes due
  • Advising how to pay the decedent’s debts and bills
  • Managing the estate’s checkbook

Seek Legal Advice Now

If you need assistance with estate planning or you recently lost a loved one and need assistance navigating the probate process, contact us now for a free consultation at 866-854-5529. The team of attorneys at Trial Lawyers for Justice can help bring peace of mind by helping you plan ahead or navigate the probate process after losing a loved one.

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Need A Personal Injury Lawyer? Call Us Today!

by | Jan 25, 2021 | Landing Page

  • Have You Been Injured?
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Call Now For A Free Confidential Consultation:866-TL4J-LAW (866-854-5529) or fill out the form to the right.

Nicholas Rowley has won, through hard work for his clients and justice, over 1 billion dollars in record setting verdicts and settlements on behalf of injury victims and their families. 

 

Victories for Victims

  • $74,525,000.00 – For the victim of a birth injury caused by medical malpractice
  • $45,000,000.00 – For the wrongful death of a mother killed by a drunk driver
  • $40,000,000.00 – For the wrongful death of a 33 year old
  • $38,600,000.00 – For a young man who suffered a traumatic brain injury due to a fall
  • $31,600,000.00 – For a young woman with a traumatic brain injury
  • $21,600,000.00 – For the victim in a contested motorcycle collision case
  • $18,600,000.00 – For a child who was run over by a garbage truck and lost his leg

Receive a no-obligation, free consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys. And remember, there’s absolutely no fees unless we win your case!

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Car Crash Lawyers

by | Jan 25, 2021 | Landing Page

  • Were you injured in a car crash?
  • Is The Insurance Company Trying To Force You To Settle?
  • Do You Need An Experienced Advocate On Your Side To Fight For Your Rights?
  • We Work On A Contingency Basis – No Fees Unless We Win!

Call Now For A Free Confidential Consultation:866-TL4J-LAW (866-854-5529) or fill out the form to the right.

Victories for Victims

  • $74,525,000.00 – For the victim of a birth injury caused by medical malpractice
  • $45,000,000.00 – For the wrongful death of a mother killed by a drunk driver
  • $40,000,000.00 – For the wrongful death of a 33 year old
  • $38,600,000.00 – For a young man who suffered a traumatic brain injury due to a fall
  • $31,600,000.00 – For a young woman with a traumatic brain injury
  • $21,600,000.00 – For the victim in a contested motorcycle collision case
  • $18,600,000.00 – For a child who was run over by a garbage truck and lost his leg

Receive a no-obligation, free consultation with one of our experienced personal injury attorneys. And remember, there’s absolutely no fees unless we win your case!