John Doe Defendant: How to Sue an Unknown Person
Many people don't know how to name all of the responsible parties in a lawsuit when they do not know who they are. Fortunately, there is a way around this: naming a John Doe defendant. This article will help you understand what steps are done if one can't identify each defendant in your lawsuit. The John Doe Defendant Sometimes, there are situations where the plaintiff in a personal injury lawsuit isn't sure if there were other parties involved in the incident that caused their injuries. T...
Do You Have To Pay Tax on Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
If you are injured on the job, workers' compensation pays your medical bills and income benefits until you are able to return to work. In the majority of cases, the benefits are excluded from your taxable income. However, those who receive Social Security disability payments may have to pay tax on a small percentage of their workers' compensation benefit some cases. Eighty Percent Earnings Cap If you receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) as well as workers' compensation, the ...
Dental Malpractice: What You Need To Know
A trip to the dentist can be an anxiety attack waiting to happen. If you are afraid of the dentist or you have suffered a traumatic experience at one, you know just how difficult it can be to deal with having your teeth taken care of. Dental malpractice can and does happen. Knowing what to do about it can be the difference between suffering injuries for a lifetime and being compensated fairly for your injuries. What is Dental Malpractice? Dental malpractice is similar to medical malpractic...
Poisoned By Food? Find Out How A Personal Injury Attorney May Be Able To Help
When it comes to food, things do not always go so smoothly. There are times when you may go to dinner and get home feeling less than jovial. If you have recently experienced food poisoning and wish to pursue legal action, attorneys that specialize in personal injury law have the experience to look at the facts and help you understand what the next steps should be regarding your situation. Food poisoning can range from simply uncomfortable to life-threatening. Particularly damaging effe...The 5 Most Common Types of Vehicle Accident Injuries
Over 3 million people a year are hurt in car accidents and vehicle accidents in the United States. The types of injuries you can sustain in one of these accidents varies, but there are five types of injuries that occur more frequently than all others. The two major categories of injuries caused by vehicle accidents are impact injuries and penetrating injuries. The five most common types of vehicle accidents span both of these categories. Soft Tissue Injuries Any time there's an injury to the b...Does Size Matter When Choosing a Law Firm?
When you compare law firms, you'll see many claims that either a small law firm or a large law firm is best for handling your case. Which argument you hear will depend entirely on the size of the firm making the claim. To figure out which firm is right for you, consider the following factors. Personalized Attention Many small law firms heavily promote that their size allows them to give personalized attention to each case. This will often be true but isn't necessarily so. In a small firm, ea...
Why I became a lawyer – Richard Harris family story
Integrity. Hard work. Compassion. These are the principles Richard Harris has honored his entire life and continues to live by in his practice at the Richard Harris Law Firm. Growing up in Idaho as the third of five children, Rick (as he is better known) comes from a loving family, where both parents taught their children to aim high in life, and treat other people with respect and dignity. Both sides of Rick’s family trace their roots to pioneers in the 1840’s and 1850’s, who walked acr...
What to Expect from Your Attorney…
In this video, Richard Harris gives an intimate, more personal account of the internal workings of the firm. Please share this video with your friends and family and remember to call us if you need us. ... What to Expect from Your Attorney…...RHL: Our Mission
One's mission is the foundational building-block of their purpose. In this video, Richard Harris describes the mission of our law firm and our role in the lives of the injured. ... RHL: Our Mission...4 Crucial Steps for Selecting a Law Firm
The decision to hire a lawyer should be based on thorough research and a personal connection. Your lawyer should be someone with confidence and experience but also someone you can trust and build a mutually respectful relationship with. Click below to read this blog and our suggested checklist of attorney-selection questions. ... 4 Crucial Steps for Selecting a Law Firm...Why Customer Service is So Important at RIchard Harris Law Firm
Being treated well is one of the most important aspect of any relationship. At Richard Harris Law Firm we pride ourselves on providing the highest level of customer satisfaction in our field and we are proud to represent our clients and give our very best to the success of their case. In the following video, you will find out why customer service is the most important aspect of our work and how we can work to help you with your personal injury case. ... Why Customer Service is So Important a...A Lawyer’s Guide to understanding your Car Insurance Declarations Page
What is a Declaration page? Also called a Dec Page, this is the disclosure which your insurance company should send you twice a year, when the policy is renewed, which declares what coverages you are carrying and what the limits of liability are for each coverage. The Dec Page is broken down into sections showing: ... A Lawyer’s Guide to understanding your Car Insurance Declarations Page...UPDATE: What to Do After an Accident
A while back we posted a blog article entitled, "What to do after a Car Accident." With summer travels in our near future, we thought it appropriate to not only share this article with you again in case you missed it, but to also update our readers on new, related information that has come about since we created the original post. First, a word from our sponsor..... ... UPDATE: What to Do After an Accident...1st Place: Frank J – Don’t Let Your Friends Egg You On… Wear a Helmet
This video was made using mostly stop motion animation, and 3 dozen eggs. ...How Do I Know If You Have a Legal Case?
One of the most important things about your case is knowing whether or not you actually have one. It is particularly important to know this "before you leap." Our team of legal experts can help you determine the strength of your case and so much more. Your lawyer can: Talk to everyone involved Obtain witness statements Review your medical records, and Gather important evidence on your behalf. ... How Do I Know If You Have a Legal Case?...The Truth About Trusting Your Insurance Company….
Sometimes we forget that our insurance companies aren't really OUR insurance companies. They are here to perform a valuable service and, typically, do so very well, however, when it comes to file a claim, we often are reminded of the fact that we are not our insurance company's top priority: they are. Watch this helpful video from Richard Harris Law Firm to make sure you have everything you need to ensure you are not taken advantage of by your insurance company. ... The Truth About Trusting ...
