What is a Contingency Fee?
According to the American Bar Association (ABA), a contingency fee is a fee arrangement between a client and their lawyer in which the lawyer is paid out of any damages that are awarded. That is to say that the fee is paid to the lawyer only if the case is won.
What is a Contingency Fee?
A contingency fee directly contracts an arrangement such as a fixed hourly rate in which lawyers are paid regardless of the outcome of their case. Contingency fees typically do not include any up-front payments, while other fee arrangements do. Contingency fees are particularly common in personal injury cases. In those cases, if a lawyer successfully represents their client and wins their case, they receive a percentage of the damages awarded to their client. The ABA estimates that lawyers typically receive between one-fourth to one-third of the damages in these cases. So if a plaintiff sued a defendant and won $1,000, the lawyer would receive between $250 and $333. However, this is not a rule, and some lawyers may operate on a higher contingency.
In concept, contingency-based-fees allow for more people to have access to lawyers and justice. When paying on a contingency, they don’t need to spend money up-front on a case they may not even win, though there may be other fees to be paid. Lawyers may also have incentive to give the best representation possible in cases where their payment is outcome-based, although some suggest that they may lead to some lawyers settling cases too early.
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Catastrophic Injury Lawyer
A personal injury is always an emotional and sometimes traumatic experience. But you need support when those injuries result in catastrophic, life-long consequences. The catastrophic injury lawyers of Munley Law have spent decades representing accident victims as they recover and learn to live with these severe injuries.
For a no-obligation, free case evaluation, contact the catastrophic injury attorneys of Munley Law today.
What Qualifies as a Catastrophic Injury?
As defined by 42 USC 3796b, a catastrophic injury is one that “permanently prevent(s) an individual from performing any gainful work.” Essentially, this means that the victim’s injuries are so severe that the standard personal injury case would not cover their long-term needs.
Medically, a catastrophic injury causes severe injury or damage to the spine and spinal cord, brain, loss of a limb, or
severe burns. These injuries require extensive medical care, […]
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Birth Injury Lawyers
A child’s birth should be a cause for celebration. But when negligent medical professionals cause your child to experience fetal distress, oxygen deprivation, or physical trauma, you have a right to take legal action.
The long-term costs for medical care for your child, along with the emotional trauma you’ve had to endure, can be a burden too significant to handle on your own. At Munley Law, we fight for the injured children and their families who suffered from a birth injury. Let our birth injury attorneys help you get the financial compensation you need for your baby.
What is a Birth Injury?
According to the National Library of Medicine, a birth injury is any damage to the newborn’s body due to an adverse event that occurred at birth. Birth injuries can occur at any point in the birthing process or during pregnancy. […]
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Aviation Accident Lawyers
Statistically, you are more likely to be involved in a car accident than be injured in a plane crash. However, when plane crashes occur, the injuries tend to be severe and even fatal. Unlike car accidents, where only a few people may be involved in a collision, dozens of passengers and crew members may suffer when an aviation accident occurs.
At Munley Law, we work with victims and their families who have suffered tremendously after a plane or helicopter accident. We’ll take on the commercial airlines, airplane manufacturers, and negligent pilots to ensure you get the compensation you need to recover.
The Role of an Aviation Accident Lawyer
Studies show that there are 0.01 injuries per 100 million passenger miles traveled by air, compared with 48 injuries for
the same distance traveled in cars and trucks. Despite their rarity, […]
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Erie Product Liability Lawyer
As consumers, we purchase goods that are supposed to make our lives easier and better. Unfortunately, when a defective product causes injury, you need to know your financial recovery options. If dangerous products injure you or a loved one, call the Erie product liability lawyers of Munley Law.
For over 60 years, Munley Law has represented injury victims in product liability claims who seek fair compensation for their injuries. Call Munley Law for a no-obligation, free consultation.
What Is a Product Liability Case?
Product liability law allows an injured party to take legal action if they encounter a defective product. Product liability cases are often classified under strict liability, meaning that even if the defendant did not have intent or knowledge of the alleged harm, they can still be held liable.
A product liability claim can fall under one of four categories. […]
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Erie Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Motorcycle accidents can often result in catastrophic injuries. These vulnerable road users are 28 times more likely to be killed in a motor vehicle accident compared to other drivers and four times as likely to sustain an injury. Due to the size of a motorcycle compared to a standard passenger vehicle, these accidents often result in severe injuries, hefty medical bills, and mental anguish for the rider and their family. An Erie motorcycle accident lawyer will be needed to help you regain compensation for your injuries.
Motorcycle accident victims need protection. This is where Munley Law comes in. For decades, we have represented victims and their families in the most complex personal injury claims. Let us do the same for you. Call today to speak with one of our Erie motorcycle accident lawyers.
What Are the Common Motorcycle Accident Injuries?
Due to the size and weight differences of most cars and trucks on the roadways compared to a motorcycle, […]
