Plaintiff

What is a Plaintiff?

A plaintiff is the individual suing in a court or legal case, typically the injured party. They are the person or party who initiates a lawsuit in a court of law by filing a complaint against one or more defendants, alleging that they have caused harm or violated the plaintiff’s legal rights.

According to Black’s Law Dictionary, a plaintiff is “the party who brings a suit in a court of law.” As such, the plaintiff is seeking a legal remedy for their grievance, which could include monetary compensation, an injunction, or other court orders to address the harm caused.

Beyond themselves, the decisions in a plaintiff’s case has the power to bring about positive change. The plaintiffs in Brown v. Board of Education, challenged and rectified racial segregation in public schools. However, because they bring the case, which can have a significant impact, the plaintiff has the burden of proof. This means it is the plaintiff’s duty to establish the facts of the case and demonstrate that the defendant’s actions have caused harm, typically through the presentation of evidence and legal arguments.

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Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawyer

Cancer Misdiagnosis Lawyer If a doctor fails to diagnose a patient with cancer, the consequences can be life-threatening. Even a delayed diagnosis may be the difference between life and death.

If you or a family member have suffered because of a doctor’s incorrect or missed diagnosis of cancer, you may be entitled to pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit. A cancer misdiagnosis lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys will review the details of your situation, answer your questions, and help you determine what to do next. Our medical malpractice lawyers have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of individuals and families who have suffered due to medical negligence. We have consistently been named among the Best Lawyers in America, and we have earned the highest client satisfaction ratings possible. To speak with a cancer misdiagnosis lawyer now, fill out our email form, or call us. […]

Wrongful Death Attorneys

No amount of money can compensate for the loss of a loved one. But Munley Law’s wrongful death attorneys help ease the financial burden and bring a sense of closure by pursuing a wrongful death claim. When an accident or act of negligence causes a wrongful death, the liable party should be held accountable.

Munley Law has helped hundreds of families obtain justice. For 65 years, our wrongful death lawyers have fought for families and individuals who have lost a family member due to someone else’s wrongful action. The grief your family is facing is overwhelming, and Munley Law will legally support you throughout your claim. Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your wrongful death lawsuit.

What Is a Wrongful Death?

Wrongful Death Attorneys

When an individual dies because of the negligence or misconduct of another party, a wrongful death action seeks to compensate surviving family members for the losses they are suffering. […]

Can You Sue For Wrongful Death In A Motorcycle Accident Claim?

Losing someone you love in a motorcycle accident raises the question of whether you can sue for wrongful death. In many cases, the answer is yes, you can sue for wrongful death in a motorcycle accident claim, if another person or party’s actions caused the accident and your family’s loss.

Your motorcycle accident lawyer with Munley Law can explain how these claims work, what proof is needed, and how we can help your family pursue the justice and compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free consultation. There is no fee for our services unless we win your case.

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When a Motorcycle Crash Becomes Grounds for a Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Illinois Truck Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Chicago, Rockford, Peoria, Springfield, or anywhere else in Illinois, you need a special kind of lawyer to fight for you. You don’t just need a personal injury lawyer; you need a lawyer with experience and depth of knowledge in commercial trucking cases. At Munley Law, our Illinois truck accident lawyers are nationally recognized for their success in handling complex truck crash cases. With decades of experience and a deep understanding of federal and state trucking regulations, we stand up to trucking companies, insurers, and negligent parties to secure the maximum compensation for our clients. If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, don’t face the legal battle alone; let our award-winning truck accident team help you get the justice you deserve.

Call or reach us online to discuss your case in a free consultation. […]

$2 Million Fatal Truck Accident Verdict

A jury awarded $2 million to our clients, the estate of a car accident victim whose fatal crash was caused by a reckless truck driver in an oversized and unpermitted tractor trailer.

According to the case facts, the victim was struck by a tractor trailer making a reckless left-hand turn from a stop sign. The force of the impact caused the victim’s car to roll over on the driver’s side, entrapping the driver. The driver suffered an immediate and extensive traumatic injury, resulting in his death.

He left behind a wife and child. The victim’s wife lost not only her husband but future income and benefits with his death.

Representing the plaintiff’s estate and the victim’s wife, the tuck accident attorneys at Munley Law made the case that the semi-tractor trailer was oversized and overweight and that the defendant did not have the necessary state permits to operate the vehicle. […]