First, a contingency fee agreement will sometimes result in a lawyer being paid more money than if they paid the lawyer by the hour. However, if your lawyer takes the percentage of contingency fees before or after these costs are paid it can make a significant difference in the amount you and your attorney ultimately receive. With a mixed-schedule contingent setup, your lawyer will likely also get a percentage of the recovery in addition to the attorney's hourly rate.
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What are the six correct steps to take after you have an accident?
Inhale deeply and then exhale slowly. It's amazing what deep breathing can do.
What is the first thing you should do if you have an accident?
Never drive away from the scene of an accident, not even a minor one, PROTECT THE SCENE. A few years ago, Denise Schipani, 54, and her son were stopped at a traffic light near their home in Huntington Station, New York, when a car hit theirs from behind.
How much is a herniated disc worth?
Very severe herniated disc injuries (involving significant complications) may be worth more than twice this amount. I was in a car accident where someone in a normal size van hit me from behind and forced my car into the one in front of me.
How much is a lumbar fusion worth?
We personally have seen a truck accident case in which the plaintiff needed fusion and a workplace injury that required lumbar fusion. Fortunately, you may be able to recover some of the injury damages in a spinal fusion car accident injury lawsuit.