The Law Offices of Tim Misny
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Most people are familiar with some aspects of lawsuits, such as filing the initial paperwork (the complaint), settlements, selecting a jury and going to trial. In between filing the complaint and settling the case, the parties will participate in the discovery process. When a lawsuit is initiated, all parties must exchange certain information with each...
Ventilators are assistive breathing devices, which function much like a bellows. They allow healthcare practitioners to move specific amounts of air in and out of your lungs. This allows patients to breathe when their bodies otherwise could not function. As patients, we rely on healthcare facilities to have working ventilators. Covidien, LP has recently recalled...
Many people who watch crime shows know that a prosecutor must prove charges “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Unfortunately, these same people may feel intimidated because they expect the same proof burden when pursuing personal injury damages. Fortunately, civil cases depend on “preponderance of the evidence”—not “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Read on to learn about the...
When we think about car accidents, we usually don’t associate them with knee injuries. However, knee injuries are an incredibly common result from accidents—your knees may hit the dash, steering wheel, doors or the seats in front of you. Sudden force on these delicate joints can cause lifetime problems. If you were injured in a...
Winter is here, which means it’s time for skiing and snowboarding trips across the continent. If you love hitting the slopes, you probably already understand the importance of wearing helmets and other protective gear. Accidents happen—but how do you know when a person or business can be held liable? Before you head out to the...
Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, can wreak havoc on how your brain functions. When you’re injured in an accident and suffer a TBI, you could suffer a number of different side effects. These include problems with cognitive, communication and executive functions, like creating and recalling memories. It looks like there may be some hope on...
Last year, a class action lawsuit was filed against IKEA, “alleging that the company marketed and sold millions of dressers it knew were prone to dangerous tip-overs, and then failed to issue adequate notifications and refunds to customers for the dressers after they were recalled in 2016.” This was after the company paid out $46...
The vast majority of personal injury claims settle out of court. It’s estimated that perhaps four to five percent of cases actually go to trial. If you’re one of the rare few parties who can’t come to an agreement before trial, you’re probably wondering what to expect. Jury duty is one thing, but when it’s...
Nerve damage can cause lifelong pain and suffering. When you’re diagnosed, your doctor may throw out terms like “neuropathy” or “radiculopathy.” Neuropathy is an umbrella term, which includes radiculopathy. Understanding which diagnosis applies to your injuries is important, as it will affect treatment—and your potential personal injury claim. What is neuropathy? Neuropathy is a term...
Wearing a seatbelt is so important that it’s codified in law, but not every driver follows the rules 100 percent of the time. If you’re unlucky enough to get into an accident while not wearing a seatbelt, it could seriously injure or kill you—and it might affect your personal injury claim, too. When you’re involved...
