It is important to file an accident claim with your lawyer immediately after you’ve medical treatment. is sought to ensure there are fewer complications with acquiring compensation or a settlement with insurance companies. However, if an injury claim arises weeks to months after the initial incident, this may show that the other party is attempting…
The Jones Act — Definition of a Seaman Definition of a Seaman The Jones Act applies only to a “seaman” who is injured while working aboard a vessel in navigable waters. In order to be a “seaman” within the meaning of the Jones Act, the worker must meet certain requirements: (1) the worker must have…
The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act What is the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act? The Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act is a federal law designed to encourage the donation of food and grocery products to nonprofit organizations by limiting the legal liability of donors. The Act is named after…
Punitive Damages Apart from legislation granting a right to sue for a specific harm, personal injury law generally consists of tort law and the civil procedure for enforcing it. One of the purposes of tort law is to provide compensation for damages. This article discusses punitive damages. Malicious, Wanton, or Willful Conduct Punitive damages are…
Invasion of Privacy –Intrusion -The law provides everyone with some basic rights to privacy. Privacy is the general right to be left alone and free from unwanted publicity. Unreasonable invasion of one’s privacy can cause harm. There are four well-established lawsuits for invasion of privacy: appropriation; false light; intrusion; and disclosure. In most states, the…
Among its other duties, an automobile insurance company is required to act in good faith when dealing with an insurance claim. The Insurer’s Duty to exercise good faith continues throughout the entire claim process. There is an implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing in every insurance contract. Automobile Insurer’s Duty to Exercise Good Faith…
