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Trust Me:  Nothing in the Missing Video Would Have Helped You!

E-Discovery LLC

The Court denied an implied request for spoliation sanctions, writing: “Without evidence before it that there was a video, the Court declines to speculate that one existed.” A witness gave a written “statement,” using a “witness statement form.” In this blog, I suggest a different analysis.

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What Should Be Included in an Intake Form?

Lawmatics

Information about the at-fault party's insurance (if known) Damages: Property damage incurred in the accident Lost wages or income due to inability to work Other financial losses incurred (e.g.,

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The Real Cost of Not Hiring a Car Accident Attorney: Why You Need Legal Representation

CaseFox

Your attorney will also work to ensure that your rights are protected and that you are not taken advantage of by insurance companies or other parties. Attorneys also have experience negotiating with insurance companies and can help you get a fair settlement.

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Deposition Misconduct: Rules, Risks, and Remedies

WA Bar News

Fucile “[T]estimony of witnesses who were kicked by plaintiff’s attorney while the witnesses were responding to defendants’ attorney’s inquiry. should not be considered as evidence. because there is no way of knowing what the testimony would have been if the witnesses had been left alone.” — West v. Irwin (E.D.

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From Consultation to Judgment: What to Expect in a Personal Injury Claim

CaseFox

Investigation: Once you have hired an attorney, they will conduct a thorough investigation to gather evidence to support your claim. This may include interviewing witnesses, reviewing medical records, and consulting experts in various fields such as accident reconstruction or medicine.

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How Long Does a Slip and Fall Accident Claim Take to Settle? Managing Expectations

CaseFox

Gather Evidence If possible, try to gather as much evidence as you can after a slip and fall accident. This may include taking photos of the accident scene, writing down the names and contact information of any witnesses, and getting a copy of the incident report if one was filed.

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SELF PROTECTION FOR LITIGATION LAWYERS – A RECAP: WITNESS STATEMENTS UNDER SCRUTINY

Civil Litigation Brief

The headline says it all “Insurance Fraudster who tried to blame his solicitor jailed for 18 months”. “IT A report in Litigation Futures in August 2016 illustrates the need for “self protection” by lawyers in. IT WAS ALL MY.