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Legal Options Available for Mesothelioma Victims During COVID-19
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on December 23, 2020Time is of the essence for those diagnosed with mesothelioma. Often, this condition is not diagnosed until the later stages, and victims may not have much more than a year or year and a half. Any delays can be a big deal for victims and families, and the coronavirus pandemic may lead to delays in […]
Read moreHow is a Plaintiff Paid Once a Personal Injury Case is Won?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on December 09, 2020Once a case has settled, injury victims are usually eager to receive funds and many have questions about that process. Will I get paid right away? Will I receive my settlement check in the mail? A lawyer may be able to provide an estimate of when you can expect the check to arrive, but there […]
Read moreDoes Having Gap Insurance Help Me After a Car Accident?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on December 04, 2020If your car becomes totaled in a crash and its value is less than the amount still owed on your loan, the remaining balance will need to be paid. This balance could be significant, ranging in the thousands of dollars. In these situations, having gap insurance has its advantages. Gap insurance is a commonly overlooked […]
Read moreWhat is the Difference Between Asbestosis and Mesothelioma?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on November 24, 2020Asbestosis and mesothelioma are both incurable diseases caused by asbestos exposure. They can cause havoc in the lungs and share symptoms comparable to pneumonia, such as shortness of breath, persistent cough, chest pain and loss of appetite. However, that is where the similarities end. These diseases are very different when it comes to symptoms, health […]
Read moreHow a Preexisting Condition May Affect a Mesothelioma Case
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Mesothelioma & Asbestos Published on November 06, 2020If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, you may be wondering whether a preexisting condition could affect you if you decide to take legal action. Many factors will need to be considered to make this determination. Has your exposure to asbestos aggravated a condition you already have? Is it difficult to […]
Read moreHow the Credibility of Witnesses Can Impact a Personal Injury Case
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on October 26, 2020Proving your right to injury compensation in a personal injury case requires certain evidence. This includes pictures of the accident scene, your injuries and damage to property, your medical records and any police and/or accident report filed. Having witnesses who may have seen the accident and the events leading up to you being injured could […]
Read moreCan Punitive Damages Be Pursued in a Maryland Injury Case?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on October 19, 2020The majority of personal injury cases are based on the legal theory of negligence. In other words, one party failed to uphold a duty of care and this breach of care directly resulted in an injury to another. However, there are times when the at-fault party’s negligence is exceptionally outrageous and outside the scope of […]
Read moreCan I Be Compensated for Chronic Pain After a Car Accident?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on October 15, 2020After a car accident, victims can suffer from minor injuries and serious injuries that leave them with pain that persists for a long period of time. Although accident victims may be able to pursue compensation for the injuries they sustain, chronic pain can be difficult to diagnose and treat. This is especially true if the […]
Read moreWho Can Be Liable In A Red Light Accident?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on October 07, 2020Most drivers are taking a risk when the light changes ahead of them. Instead of slowing down, a driver may attempt to beat the red light. This negligent act can lead to catastrophic consequences. Red light accidents can be deadly and entirely preventable. At Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices, we have helped many accident victims […]
Read moreWill My Case Settle or Go to Court?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on September 28, 2020Most personal injury cases are resolved in a settlement between both parties and compensation is generally issued by an insurance company. However, if neither party can come to a resolution, it may be necessary to go to court and let a judge or jury decide the outcome. Below, Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices discusses several […]
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