How to Prove a Motorist Was Texting and Driving

If you get hurt in a drunk driving accident, you can use the results of any chemical tests that police conduct to build a case against the impaired motorist. But what if the at-fault driver was texting? How do you prove texting and driving? Building a strong claim against a motorist who was texting while […]

Types of Recoverable Damages in Insurance Bad Faith Claims

When you purchase an insurance policy, it’s with the expectation that should a covered event occur, the provider will reimburse you for the resulting losses. Likewise, when you file a third-party claim against someone else’s insurance company, it’s reasonable to expect the insurer to treat you with honesty and integrity. Unfortunately, many accident victims learn […]

4 Steps to Take If You Were a Victim of Medical Malpractice

If you received substandard care from a physician, pharmacist, nurse, or another medical professional, you may have the right to hold the provider or facility financially accountable for your damages. Here are 4 steps to take if you were a victim of medical malpractice. It is important to remember that time is of the essence […]

3 Steps to Take If the Insurer Won’t Offer a Fair Settlement

If you file an insurance claim, receiving an outright denial might seem like the worst possible outcome.  However, you would at least have the opportunity to appeal the decision. If, on the other hand, negotiations commence and the insurance adjuster offers an unfair settlement, you might be tempted to accept the offer rather than pay […]

Recovery from a Brain Injury How Long Does It Take?

Recovery from brain injury is different for each person. Each case just like each person will have its own unique value depending on your loss. There are dozens of factors that could influence a personal injury settlement or verdict. The severity of your injuries, the types of injuries you sustained, their cause, and the duration […]

What Qualities Should I Look for in a Medical Malpractice Lawyer?

There are dozens of factors that could affect the outcome of a medical malpractice claim. The specific cause of your injuries, the types of injuries you suffered, and the amount of time you were sidelined from work could all influence the settlement calculations. Ultimately, though, the success of your case will hinge on the strength […]

3 Factors That Influence the Lifetime Cost of Living with a Brain Injury

A traumatic brain injury lawyer helps people who have suffered a brain injury from accidental trauma.  When a person breaks a bone or tears a muscle, the recovery process is relatively predictable. Although some people heal faster or slower than others, doctors can usually provide patients with a fairly accurate recovery timeline. When it comes […]

What Duties Does an Insurance Company Owe to Policyholders?

Insurance companies have certain duties or responsibilities to their policyholders. When you purchase an insurance policy, you are entering into an agreement with the insurance company. In exchange for paying the premium on time every month, quarter, or year, the insurance company will cover qualifying claims. Although this arrangement might seem perfectly fair, many people […]

3 Benefits of Hiring an Insurance Bad Faith Attorney

Bad faith is when an insurer treats you unfairly in handling an insurance claim.  If you purchased an insurance policy and have paid premiums on time, it’s reasonable to expect the insurer to act fairly. After all, that’s why you obtained coverage in the first place. But what if you have a perfectly valid claim […]

4 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Medical Malpractice Attorney

After an injury, the process of finding the right medical malpractice lawyer to handle your case can seem intimidating. Chances are you have never needed a injury attorney before, so you might not know what set the best law firms apart. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few questions you can ask to find out […]

3 Reasons to Hire an Experienced Brain Injury Attorney

There are roughly 1.7 million new cases of traumatic brain injury (TBI) every year in the United States. These injuries are devastating not only for victims but also for their loved ones as the effects of a TBI can impact mood, motor function, and personality. Fortunately, injured parties and their families may have some recourse when it […]

How to Help a Loved One Cope After a Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are much like snowflakes or fingerprints in that no two are exactly the same. Although neurologists can make an educated guess regarding how a TBI might progress, there is no way to predict precisely how a brain injury will affect someone in the short or long term. Despite the complexity of […]

4 Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Wrongful Death Claim

Having a loved one die in a sudden accident is utterly devastating. Because the grief can be debilitating, most surviving family members do not even want to think about navigating complicated legal proceedings in the wake of the loss. In certain scenarios, though, it may be necessary to build a wrongful death claim relatively soon […]

How to Prove Negligence in a Premises Liability Claim

Everyone slips, trips, stumbles, and falls on occasion. In most cases, you can simply get up, brush yourself off, and go about your business. Excluding a bruised ego, minor falls rarely cause major injuries. In certain scenarios, though, a slip and fall can be devastating. According to the National Floor Safety Institute , falls are the leading […]

How Can I Build a Strong Truck Accident Claim?

If you or a loved one has been in a truck accident you need an attorney who is experienced in truck accident claim cases. All to often truck accident result in serious injury or death. A tractor-trailer can weigh 30 times as much as a car, which means when a collision occurs between the two, those traveling […]

What Should I Look for in a Truck Accident Attorney?

Although truck accident victims have the right to pursue compensation for the damages they incur, navigating the claims process is challenging. Building a case that ultimately results in a fair payout is a lot of work, and gathering evidence while tracking losses is not something injured parties should have to worry about while recovering. This is where […]

Be Safe This Halloween Night

One of the scariest truths of Halloween is that it is one of the deadliest nights for pedestrians. In most cases the victims are children, so here are a few ways to reduce the risk of a child or adult being injured or killed this Halloween. Trick or Treat Safety Tips Safety for Pedestrians: · […]

Halloween Tricks to Treat You to a Safe Night

Trick or Treat Safety Halloween is supposed to be scary with ghosts, goblins and witches not so much with your child or yourself becoming injured and visiting the emergency room. The attorneys at Gump & Faiella want you to safe safe this Halloween. In order to be sure you and your children have a safe […]

How to Prove Damages After a Car Accident

When you live paycheck to paycheck it is critical to know how to prove damages after suffering an injury in a car wreck.  Not a topic most people think about. Many people are more focused on their day to day lives. Often a main concern is finances and the economy in general. A decade after […]

4 Reasons to Hire an Experienced Premises Liability Attorney

A premises liability attorney can help you recover money damages caused by the negligence of a property owner.  There are countless ways to get hurt on someone else’s property. Common issues and oversights that can result in serious injuries include: Wet floors; Malfunctioning elevators or escalators; Loose or missing railings; Uneven stairs; Unmarked thresholds; Falling […]

Importance of Hiring a Wrongful Death Attorney Right Away

Pursuing a wrongful death lawsuit after the loss of a loved one is the last thing on most people’s mind.  Losing a loved one is utterly devastating regardless of the cause, but when the death is unanticipated, it can be especially tragic because family members don’t get the chance to say goodbye. Although filing a lawsuit […]

3 FAQS About Truck Accidents Caused by Wide Turns

Navigating a big rig off the highway, on the other hand, requires a considerable amount of skill and experience. To avoid sideswipe collisions, for example, truckers have to make wide turns. If they take a turn too wide, though, they could end up veering off course and ultimately lose control. Passenger-vehicle motorists can help commercial […]

How to Prove a Truck Driver Fell Asleep at the Wheel

Drowsy driving can injure or kill.  All motorists should avoid driving while drowsy, but those who operate large trucks need to be especially vigilant. Not only are commercial drivers more likely to be exhausted while on the road because of their demanding schedules, but they can also cause considerably more damage in the event of […]