Category: personal injury

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When it comes to personal injury cases for slip-and-fall accidents, there are three types of claims the plaintiff (or injured party) can argue: punitive damages, general damages, and special damages. Before making your claim, it’s important to familiarize yourself with...
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How To Prove Negligence in a Slip-and-Fall Case

Slip-and-fall cases can be challenging, especially when proving negligence. Securing compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages can be difficult without establishing negligence. In these cases, it’s essential to demonstrate that the property owner’s actions (or inactions) directly...
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5 Mistakes To Avoid in a Personal Injury Case

Personal injury cases can be complex and stressful, with the potential for life-changing outcomes. Making the wrong move during the legal process can significantly impact the chances of securing fair compensation. At Peters Law Firm, our team of experienced legal...
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The Risks of Using Kratom

When is a “cure” more problematic than the condition it purports to treat?  Medical history is littered with treatments and interventions that, based on the standards of their time, were thought to be beneficial but were later found to be...
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Do I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

Accidents often happen in the blink of an eye. They can forever alter the course of someone's life, causing physical, emotional, and financial repercussions that haunt them for a lifetime. While most people don't go through life anticipating the need...
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