Gregory SandlerFeb 29, 2016WHAT IF I AM INJURED DUE TO THE NEGLIGENCE OF A COMMON CARRIER?Let’s start with what a “common carrier” is. A “carrier” is someone who transports people or goods. Examples include taxis, ferries,...
Gregory SandlerFeb 25, 2016MITIGATION OF DAMAGES: REDUCING THE FINANCIAL IMPACT OF YOUR ACCIDENT“Mitigation” is just a fancy word that means to lessen something. In a lawsuit, “mitigation of damages” means that someone who has been...
Gregory SandlerFeb 22, 2016NEGLIGENCE PER SE: HOW BREAKING THE LAW CAN AFFECT YOUR SUITIf you’re injured by someone who broke the law, should the fact that they broke the law guarantee you a win when you sue them? As with...
Gregory SandlerFeb 19, 2016ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION: SETTLING LAWSUITS WITHOUT GOING TO COURT The vast majority of lawsuits are resolved through a settlement between the parties rather than by trial. This trend has been increasing...