How Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim? If you have been injured as a result of another party’s negligence or recklessness, state law allows you to pursue a personal injury claim or lawsuit against that party in order to recoup the financial and other losses you have suffered because of those injuries. It is critical to contact a personal injury lawyer in order to determine what the time limit is to file that claim. This is legally referred to as the statute of limitations. Each state has its own laws regarding that time limit. Statute of Limitation Clock In general, there is usually a two to three statute of limitations for filing your claim. The clock
Get Answers to Your Questions With Our Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Free Report If you’re considering bankruptcy, you’ve probably heard about the two bankruptcy “chapters.” And if you have debt you can’t pay, either one has a lot of advantages. Get our Chapter 7 bankruptcy free report HERE to learn how this section of the law can change your life. What You’ll Learn With this free report, you’ll learn everything you need to decide whether to pursue a Chapter 7. I talk about all the advantages and disadvantages, including: what Chapter 7 covers when it’s best to file why you might want to file (and why not) and more You deserve to have all the info in front of you to
After Medical Malpractice, Hospitals Consider Telling the Truth Certain healthcare systems in the US have recently tried a radical new way to tackle medical malpractice: admitting it. These institutions have taken accountability for certain extreme cases and agreed to cover all the costs for the victims. This honesty from hospitals after medical malpractice is a wonderful trend. Unfortunately, it’s also still not the norm. And it’s not always quite as honest as it looks. A Case Close to Home The recent push for honesty about medical errors comes after Tennessee’s most prestigious hospital—Vanderbilt University Medical Center—admitted a patient died due to receiving the wrong injection. They told the family, explained honestly what happened, and then settled with them out of
Reports of Violence to Stop a Repossession It would probably surprise most people how often things escalate around car repos. Every day across America, people resort to violence to stop a repossession. Not only does violence not protect your property—it only hurts everyone involved, including you. Here’s why it happens, and what to do instead if you really want to keep your car. Your Car Is Too Important It really shouldn’t shock anyone that someone would put themselves or other people in harm’s way to protect their car. Unless you live in a few very specific places, a person’s car is their lifeline. It connects us to our children, churches, and doctors’ offices. It’s often the only way to get
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Sometimes clients call our office wanting a specific type of bankruptcy. They’ve heard good things about Chapter 7, which makes sense. Chapter 7 has its advantages. But there are a lot of situations where choosing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy might be a better option for you. Using Chapter 13 to Save Our Clients from Foreclosure As a Memphis bankruptcy attorney, I can’t tell you how many times we’ve used Chapter 13 to keep people in their homes. I remember one night in particular. We got a call right before closing up for the day. The caller was terrified, because they were scheduled for a foreclosure in the next couple of days. We stayed late and helped them file a Chapter
Unfortunately, there is no sure-fire way to say with 100% certainty that if you take certain steps, nursing home abuse or neglect will not occur to your loved one. There are, however, several steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of it happening. The chances of the abuse not occurring will increase if you follow through with most or all of these suggestions. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Darrell Castle & Associates the best nursing home lawyer in Memphis TN. Make Sure There’s No Suitable Alternative. Before you commit your loved one into the care of a nursing home, make certain that your loved one isn’t able to live independently or in a group home
If your family member suffered mistreatment in a nursing home, you may want to consult a nursing home lawyer in Memphis, TN. Your family may be entitled to compensation. Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about nursing home abuse. Why Does Nursing Home Abuse Occur? It can be difficult to imagine why anyone would harm nursing home residents, but it does happen. Understaffing is one of the most common causes of nursing home abuse. When staff members are overworked, they may experience burnout and take it out on the residents. Low wages and inadequate training can also lead to nursing home abuse. What Are Examples of Abuse in Nursing Homes? Abuse in nursing homes can take many forms.
What You Need to Know About Joining the CPAP Lawsuit All over the country, people who use CPAP machines are asking, “How can I join the CPAP lawsuit?” Fortunately, our Memphis attorneys have some answers. What Is the CPAP Lawsuit About? CPAP machines (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure machines) help people with sleep apnea to breathe better at night. However, because of a problem with the machines, they’ve also recently caused serious health problems and even death. Essentially, over time the foam inside some of these machines can break down into tiny particles. People using the CPAP masks at night breathe in those particles, which include carcinogens and other dangerous chemicals. People affected by this product flaw have experienced debilitating health
Inflation Leads to Debt For Already Cash-Strapped Americans After the last two years, so many of us need a break. As many of us in Memphis have struggled to protect our physical health, we’ve been pushed to the limits in our financial health as well. Now, debt from inflation threatens to push us even further. As a Memphis bankruptcy attorney, I know how these economic highs and lows can affect your mental health and keep you from enjoying your life. Here are some things I’ve noticed as inflation challenges us all. Cutting Back Due to Inflation Most of us are finding ways to cut back at the moment. All across Memphis, I’ve heard from people who are spending less on