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We are destroying our freedoms and slowing innovation, due to our belief that we can regulate morality by laws, that we can protect the most ignorant or mentally challenged individual in society by making a law; hardly possible. We have systematically allowed over burdensome laws to be made which support no freeman in this period only give work to ‘wordsmithers’ who claim to be helping us as they help themselves to our hard earned money.

The United States is the laughing stock of the world with all of our laws, rules and litigation. We are so handicapped here in the states that there is no free enterprise, it is paid enterprise and the payments are going to the extortionists claiming to be purveyors of fairness when in fact they have hijacked the very laws they purport to uphold. Now we have intent of law, letter of the law, case law in every jurisdiction known to mankind with no rhyme or reason to them based on biased judgeships. We take all this to somehow represent truth, justice and the American Way? HA HA HA. Surely we can do better than this?

I enjoyed a recent Seattle Lawyers take on punitive damages entirely. I find it most interesting this pain and suffering thing? Since when is your little toe worth one million dollars; if it is I have two; I for sure do not need. Then maybe I can then put my feet inside of Nikes instead of New Balances. Fork over the 2 million; this is pure insanity indeed, the Seattle Lawyers is most correct as his recent article in the American Bar Association Magazine was right on the money. continue reading…

It is often observed that people who are involved in personal injury cases do not seek any help or guidance from a personal injury lawyer. The main reason for this is the fear that doing so can be too expensive and complicated. One of the major drawbacks in any personal injury case is the stress and expenditure associated with filing the case and other court proceedings. However, in New Jersey there are many law firms that have the capacity to completely alleviate those fears. Today, getting the services of a New Jersey personal injury lawyer is an easy task.

A personal injury lawyer is needed when a person decides to claim compensation for pain and suffering that is caused by a personal injury. Filling a personal injury claim in the case of negligence is essential for anyone. This kind of legal action helps create awareness among people and also acts as a note of caution to other fraudulent companies or people.

New Jersey personal injury lawyers are specialized in offering various personal injury services, such as handling cases of auto or car accidents, aviation disasters, plane crashes, or accidents. Personal injury lawyers evaluate the case and inform their clients about the amount of compensation. The personal injury lawyers help their client get the maximum possible compensation. Some of the personal injury lawyers work on a contingency basis, charging compensation only if their client wins the case.

Some personal injury lawyers also work on a pro bono basis to help people who do not have adequate finances to fight their case. This kind of help is also provided by the lawyers of charitable and non-profit organizations.

Experienced and proficient legal counsel is very important in any personal injury case. New Jersey has a number of such proficient lawyers who help fight personal injury cases. Most people seek references from family and friends, rather than go through the listings available, to select a personal injury lawyer.

By: Richard Romando

Most experienced Fountain Valley car accident lawyers will tell you that getting compensated after you’ve been injured in a car accident involves both economic and non-economic damages, with the majority of your award falling into the non-economic category known as pain and suffering. Before delving into this subject, a statistical overview of car accidents in Fountain Valley, California may help.

Car Accidents in Fountain Valley Run the Gamut

Statistics compiled by the California Highway Patrol’s Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) showed that in 2006, four people were killed and 476 people were injured in Fountain Valley car crashes. Pedestrian accidents injured 14. Motorcycle accidents injured 34 and bicycle accidents injured 28. DUI crashes caused 28 injuries. In 2007, four car accidents caused four fatalities. In 2008, three car crashes resulted in as many fatalities.

Pain and Suffering Damages Constitute the Lion’s Share of Most Awards

A knowledgeable Fountain Valley car accident lawyer will tell you that California law defines “damages” as the amount of money you can be awarded when a driver’s wrongdoing or negligence causes you injury. The pain and suffering you endured and may continue to endure as the result of your accident are considered non-economic damages. Pain and suffering are not easily defined and often difficult to quantify, since they include the mental anguish and/or physical pain, embarrassment and emotional stress due to any disfigurement and other consequences of the car crash. They can also constitute a huge part of an injured party’s overall recovery.

Juries Decide Dollar Amounts of Each Pain and Suffering Item

California’s tort liability system was created to define just how pain and suffering claims can be litigated. This system gives juries the power to decide exactly how much monies are to be paid to cover the injuries a person has sustained in a car accident. Any injured party can sue for personal injury damages. In each case, a jury will evaluate the injured claimant’s dollar request for each item of harm and determine if the amount is fair and reasonable. Before deliberation on the amounts to be awarded, the jury will be given specific instructions from the court regarding how a state’s laws impact each decision.

Choosing a Car Accident Lawyer

If you have been injured in car accident, try to find a car crash lawyer who has the experience and expertise to help you. He or she should also be trustworthy and have the respect of his or her peers. Finally, the lawyer should be able to answer any questions you may have and be eager to help you without pressuring you.

By: J. Bisnar