What is a Claim?
A claim is a legal action concerning physical or mental harm suffered by the plaintiff due to the defendant’s negligence. In the case of insurance claims, it is a request made by the insured to the insurance company for coverage and compensation for damage or injury. A claim is sometimes also referred to as a Cause of Action.
What is a Claim?
Cornell Law School’s Legal Information Institute defines a claim as, “a set of operative facts creating a right enforceable in court.” Making a claim is how the process of a plaintiff filing a lawsuit and eventually receiving damages from a defendant begins. A claim must be present in order for a lawsuit to go forward. If one is not present in a specific instance, then that lawsuit will be dismissed. Examples of types of claims include claims to insurance companies, personal injury claims in cases of negligence, claims on breaches of contract, property claims, and employment claims such as unpaid wages, wrongful termination, or discrimination. A defendant may make a counterclaim against the claim of a plaintiff.
Claims can sometimes be dismissed even if there is an intent to file a lawsuit. Rulings in cases such as Ashcroft v. IQBAL and Bell Atlantic v. Twombly have determined that claims need to contain important information. They must be plausible on their own and establish a likelihood of liability. This is how claims can lead to fair compensation, resolution of disputes, and protection of rights.
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Hazleton Uber Accident Lawyer
If You Were Hurt in an Uber Accident, Contact a Hazleton Car Accident Attorney Today for Free Consultations
Uber provides a reliable service for anyone needing a ride in thriving cities likes Hazleton, Pennsylvania, and throughout Luzerne County. It is convenient. It helps you avoid the cost of owning and maintaining your own car. And it is smart to use a ride-sharing service like Uber, especially if you have been out on the town and want to avoid driving after having a few drinks.
While Uber can be convenient and safe, there are risks when we take a ride with Uber. A recent study conducted by the University of Chicago and Rice University, shows that car accident deaths have increased significantly with the increase in use of the Uber app.
The study suggests that the increase may be caused by Uber drivers operating their vehicles when they are distracted or tired. […]
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Workers’ Compensation Back Injury Claim
If you’ve suffered a back injury at work, hire an experienced workers’ comp attorney
A work-related back injury can have long-lasting affects, ranging from a few missed shifts to short-term or permanent disability. Pushing yourself to keep working despite a back injury can lead to a prolonged recovery process or permanent damage.
At Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys, our Pennsylvania workers’ compensation lawyers can help you navigate the process of filing or appealing your claim so that you receive the compensation you need to recover from your back injury. Where full recovery isn’t possible, we will fight to recover the compensation you deserve to account for your new reality.
Common Workers’ Compensation Back Injury Claims
Filing a workers’ compensation claim for a back injury isn’t limited by your field or profession—anyone can sustain a back injury at work, […]
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Occupational Illness & Injury in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, about 122,000 workers suffered occupational illnesses or injuries in 2019. Each year, more than 100,000 Pennsylvania employees experience an occupational injury on the job or in accidents related to their work. Unfortunately, 71 workers were killed on the job in Pennsylvania.
All of these workers are covered by the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act. Under this workers’ comp law, all work injuries and illnesses resulting in death, permanent impairment, or loss of time beyond a day or shift are covered. This means that any employee who suffers a work-related illness or injury may be eligible to receive compensation for his losses, including money to pay for lost wages, medical expenses, or disability. In addition, family members of workers who suffer a fatal injury and die may receive compensation to help them get back on their feet after the death of their loved ones.
If you or a loved one suffered a workplace injury, […]
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Is it Better to Settle or Go to Trial?
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help Determine Next Steps in Your Case
During the course of your lawsuit, your personal injury lawyer will discuss your options for settling your case or going to trial. A well-negotiated settlement can leave you financially secure while ending your lawsuit quickly but runs the risk of undervaluing your claim. On the other hand, a winning verdict at trial can bring you the compensation you deserve for your injuries, but at the cost of a lengthy and overwhelming court battle.
Your personal injury lawyer for your accident lawsuit is unique. That is why you need an experienced personal injury lawyer with negotiation skills, a track record of winning verdicts, and a history of reaching bold settlement agreements to help you decide on the best path forward. There are pros and cons to both settling a personal injury case and going to trial. […]
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Workers’ Compensation for Warehouse Workers in Wilkes-Barre
If you’ve suffered a work injury in a Wilkes-Barre warehouse, contact a workers’ comp lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys for a free consultation
A warehouse workplace injury is a draining experience without the additional complexities of a workers’ compensation claim. But between lost wages and the inability to work, few warehouse workers can afford to give up the rights they are entitled to by law. Regardless of how severe you think your workplace injury is, you can and should file a compensation claim to make sure you are covered throughout the duration of your recovery. A momentary injury could still have long-lasting affects and the statute of limitations provides a window of time to report and file a claim. 
Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys is committed to helping warehouse workers in Luzerne County win the compensation they deserve for workplace injuries. […]
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