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Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers LLC helps individuals and families with personal injury and medical malpractice cases across Illinois in such cities as: Chicago, Aurora, Naperville and Joliet.

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Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, primarily when the other driver is operating as a rideshare driver, such as with Uber. 

With millions of rideshare trips happening across the United States each day, it is no surprise that accidents involving Uber drivers and other rideshare company vehicles are becoming increasingly common. 

If an Uber driver has hit you, you may have questions about insurance coverage, liability, and what steps you should take to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve. This article provides a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the process, understand
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Navigating the legal landscape after an accident can be overwhelming, particularly when dealing with the financial implications of pursuing justice. Personal injury cases, such as car accidents, medical malpractice, or slip-and-fall incidents, often involve significant medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress. 

For many individuals, hiring a lawyer may seem out of reach due to the high costs of legal services. Fortunately, contingency fee agreements offer a solution allowing individuals to access legal representation without upfront costs, making justice more attainable.

A contingency lawyer is an attorney who works on a “no-win, no-fee” basis, meaning their payment is contingent upon
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Progressive Insurance is the second-largest company in the United States for personal auto insurance [1]. As of 2022, it had 27.4 million policies in place. In the third quarter of 2023, the company underwrote over $15 billion in premiums and earned $2.6 billion, a 20% increase from 2022 [2].

While Progressive Insurance has a positive reputation amongst consumers, there is evidence that Progressive has acted in bad faith against car accident victims. In July 2024, Progressive was forced to pay $48 million in a class-action lawsuit that claimed it significantly undervalued wrecked cars, reducing the potential value of insurance claims
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State Farm is the largest insurance company in the United States, with over 94 million policies, 64% of which are auto insurance policies [1]. 

Unfortunately, State Farm denies thousands of auto insurance claims per year, leaving car accident victims with significant challenges during their recovery. An experienced auto injury lawyer will fight for your rights and give you the best chance at fair compensation for your injuries, ensuring you have money to recuperate in comfort. 

State Farm insurance denies auto claim

Common Reasons for Denial by the Insurance Company

If State Farm denies your car accident claim, several potential reasons may be listed in your denial
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Physical therapy sessions are helpful for pain management and can strengthen workers’ compensation claims. 

However, there is no guarantee that physical therapy will help you receive more money, as many factors influence an insurance company’s decision on how much you deserve. Each workers’ comp case is unique, but an attorney can help persuade the insurance provider in your favor. 

This article will discuss how working with a physical therapist may impact workers’ compensation settlements. We’ll also outline how an experienced work injury lawyer can help you use your physical therapy documentation to improve your chance of compensation.

Physical therapy impact in worker's compensation settlements

Workers’ Compensation and
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Car accidents are surprisingly common. Some of them are minor, and people walk away with little to no injuries, while others are severe and can have life-altering injuries for those involved. Whether you’ve been in a car accident that was considered minor, moderate, or severe, you might be entitled to compensation. 

Your total compensation will depend on numerous factors, so understanding those factors can help you set and maintain realistic expectations as you pursue a car accident settlement. 

Compensation from car accidents

Types of Damages in Car Accident Settlements

Before diving into the average settlement amounts, you must understand the damages often pursued in
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A car accident can cause many costs, including expensive medical bills, lost wages, property damages, and the loss of personal transportation. Filing an insurance claim can give you the funds you need to cover these costs.

However, many car accident victims question how long their claim may take and when they can expect payment from the insurance company. 

How long it takes to receive compensation from the insurance company depends on various factors, including who’s liable and the extent of the damages. Additionally, the insurance company you use and what your policy states may also affect how long it takes
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After a car accident, adrenaline may be running high. You may feel fine and want to move on quickly, focusing on car repairs and putting the accident behind you.

However, you may start feeling injury symptoms later. If you didn’t see a doctor right away, many may wonder if it’s too late to connect the injury to your car accident. Keep reading to learn more about the importance of seeing a doctor immediately, time limits and potential consequences of not seeking prompt medical attention, and how a personal injury attorney can help.

When to seek a doctor after a car accident

Why See a Doctor Immediately?

Even if you
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Car accidents can cause severe injuries to all parties involved, including passengers. If you’re a passenger injured in a motor vehicle accident, you have the right to seek compensation through the at-fault driver’s insurance policy.

This article covers common passenger injuries, steps to take after an auto accident, and how a personal injury attorney can strengthen your case. While passengers aren’t behind the wheel, they’re entitled to fair compensation for their injuries.

Learn how to protect your rights and navigate the insurance claims process with the help of a skilled auto accident law firm.

Passenger injury in car accident

Common Passenger Car Accident Injuries
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Swerving away from an imminent collision may seem the safest option when faced with dangerous driving situations. However, even when taking safety precautions, you could still be held liable if swerving results in a collision.

A swerving collision can lead to expensive medical bills, lost wages, and property damages. Yet, determining liability isn’t always easy, which can make it more difficult to pursue compensation. 

Navigating these types of accidents may require the services of a skilled car accident lawyer. You may still be eligible to seek compensation if you experienced or caused damages due to someone else’s negligence.

liability in swerving car accident avoidance

Negligence
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Criminal and civil cases involve disputes between plaintiffs and defendants. During civil legal proceedings, which could occur behind closed doors with an arbitrator, in a mediation process, as a deposition, or in a full trial, both sides present evidence to support their arguments. 

Many forms of evidence can support your civil case, whether it involves personal injury, workers’ compensation, a car accident, medical malpractice, or product liability. One of the most substantial types of evidence is a witness. This person can testify to support your claim. There are two primary types of witnesses used during legal proceedings. 

Professional Witness vs Expert Witness

What
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Employers in the United States are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. This insurance provides benefits such as wages and medical bills for workers who get sick or injured on the job and cannot continue working in the same capacity. 

Although an injured worker may apply for workers’ compensation benefits, the insurance company is not always quick to approve their claim and pay the total amount. 

In some workers’ compensation claims, the injured parties must participate in a deposition. This legal process determines more information about the injury or illness and whether it warrants the benefits the injured worker claims. 
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Navigating a slip and fall case requires a thorough understanding of the legal process and an effective strategy to secure a favorable outcome. For individuals involved in such incidents, it is crucial to demonstrate that the property owner was negligent and that this negligence led to the accident.  

Working with a skilled personal injury lawyer can significantly enhance your chances of winning the case and getting the justice and compensation you deserve. 

Proving Negligence in a Slip and Fall Case

In a slip and fall accident, you must establish negligence to seek compensation for the injuries you’ve sustained. Below is
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Dealing with a car accident can be frustrating. Whether it’s just minimal damage or something more serious, the last thing you want to worry about is how to handle your USAA car insurance claim.

Filing a claim with a large insurance provider like USAA may seem daunting, particularly if you’re unsure about the required information or the initial steps.

This guide provides comprehensive information to help you navigate the auto claims process effectively. We’ll outline the essential steps and considerations to enable you to approach your USAA car insurance claim more confidently.

USAA Car Insurance Claim

What Kind of Insurance Company is USAA?

USAA
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Ambulances and other emergency services don’t have to follow road rules when responding to an accident, within reason.

Emergency vehicles like ambulances can bypass traffic rules when responding to calls. While drivers must yield, pinpointing sirens and lights is often challenging. Emergency vehicles may also appear suddenly without warning signals, catching drivers off guard. 

Always check your surroundings before changing lanes or turning, as an emergency vehicle could be approaching from any direction.

If your car gets hit by an ambulance, you may have rights. Read on to learn more about liability in ambulance accidents, how to seek compensation, and
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While many injured workers assume that their workers’ comp case will have to go to trial, this is an unlikely outcome; in fact, the typical workers’ comp claim will be settled through mediation instead. Recent estimates place the percentage of workers’ compensation cases that settle during mediation to be between 80 and 92% percent, depending on jurisdiction [1]. 

A workers’ compensation lawyer from Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers can guide you through the mediation process, ensuring that you receive a fair settlement from the insurance company and that your rights are protected throughout the proceedings. 

Workers' compensation settlement during mediation

What is Workers’ Compensation Mediation?

Workers’ comp
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