3 Reasons A Jury Verdict Can Be Overturned

If you are facing a criminal charges in a controversial case, you will want to understand the various facets of a trial, the power of the judge, and what things can affect a jury's decision. This article will discuss the three ways a jury verdict may be overturned by a judge. 1. A juror engages in misconduct. In the 1957 version of the movie Twelve Angry Men, during a point in deliberations, the character juror 8 (Henry Fonda) reached in his pocket and brought forth a switch blade. [Read More]

How To Spot An Abuser

You may think you know an abuser when you meet one, but sometimes the signs are more subtle. After all, if abusers were that obvious, no one would ever give them the opportunity to practice their abuse. If you are miserable in your relationship, however, you may be suffering from emotional abuse, or perhaps even the beginnings of physical abuse, and not realize it. It may be difficult to comprehend abuse once you are entangled with someone, so read on for the four signs that you may be in a relationship with an abuser. [Read More]

Was Your Child Injured While Using A Toy? Knowing When You Have A Personal Injury Case

Any time a person is hurt due to the negligence or recklessness of another person, a personal injury lawsuit can be filed. When the injured person in your child, you may have the tendency to jump the gun and be ready to sue anyone and everyone even remotely involved. While it is true that a child is hurt while using a toy approximately every three minutes, not all of these injuries can be blamed on the toy. [Read More]

Personal Injury Cases: 5 Possible Reactions Upon Receiving Reservation Of Rights Letters

After filing a personal injury claim or case against an insurance company, it is the insurance company's responsibility to investigate the case to determine what a reasonable amount of compensation may be. If the insurance company believes that there is ground to deny a part of your claim, a reservation of rights letter will be sent to you. File a Dispute Against the Reservation If you believe that the insurance company does not have any grounds to deny you coverage, put it in writing. [Read More]