Number of Medical Negligence Cases Falls in Lancaster

Malpractice suits fall here

Total drops after brief surge. Why? Experts cite more concerned doctors, patients' reluctance to sue. The number of medical malpractice lawsuits filed against Lancaster County physicians plummeted last year toward a level not seen here since 2003.

It was "the" place to dine in Cincinnati for six years. Jean-Robert at Pigall's, was the only four star restaurant in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, until it closed earlier this year. But now, some former employees say they've been stiffed on the tips, not by the customers, but by the management.

Federal agents and the Illinois state police raided Village Hall here Wednesday morning, seizing Crestwood’s drinking water records in a search for evidence of environmental crimes, officials said.

Class-action lawsuit filed over water

A Crestwood resident on Thursday filed a class-action lawsuit against the village, contending that officials intentionally concealed the presence of dangerous chemicals in a municipal well for 20 years.

A search for Chicago personal injury lawyer in Super Pages yields the following results:

Personal Injury Attorneys (539)

Attorneys (526)

Criminal Law Attorneys (42)

Family Law Attorneys (32)

DUI/DWI Attorneys (6)

Insurance Law Attorneys (190)

Malpractice & Negligence Attorneys (273)

Wrongful Death Attorneys (20)

Personal Injury Referrals (2)

Accident Attorneys (277)

Employment & Labor Law Attorneys (63)

Product Liability Law Attorneys (48)

Trial Attorneys (37)

Vehicular Accident Attorneys (16)

Workers' Compensation Attorneys (7)

That's over 2,000 attorney listings.  Which begs the question, do online directories help you hire the right lawyer?  I would venture to guess that when most ...

Information For People Suffering Brain Injury

Founded in 1980, the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is the leading national organization serving and representing individuals, families and professionals who are touched by a life-altering, often devastating, traumatic brain injury (TBI). Together with its network of more than 40 chartered state affiliates, as well as hundreds of local chapters and support groups across the country, the BIAA provides information, education and support to assist the 3.17 million Americans currently living with traumatic brain injury and their families.

The BIAA website is a great resource for learning about brain injury.  Their ...

Chicago Sun-Times:

A 14-year-old boy who suffered brain damage after being tasered by Chicago Police would receive $175,000, under a settlement advanced Monday by a City Council committee.

AttorneySync's Massachusetts bankruptcy lawyers network is accepting cases throughout the entire state.  If you are considering bankruptcy as an option, you should speak with a bankruptcy lawyer near you.

To maximize the effectiveness of a consult with Massachusetts bankruptcy lawyers, you will need to gather all of your personal financial information. This should inlcude records of all your secured and unsecured debts, tax returns, deeds to real estate, car titles, and other loan documents.

Massachusetts bankruptcy lawyers can help you complete the necessary bankruptcy forms. In general, the forms require you to describe your financial situation. Once the bankruptcy ...

Here is my current list of the Top 10 Online U.S. Consumer Legal Resources.  These resources are excellent sources for finding legal information, accessing case law and statutes, and learning about the hiring a lawyer process.  Please feel free to share and add to the list.  We are always looking for good law-related consumer resources on the internet.

Top 10 Online U.S. Consumer Legal Resources

1. FindLaw

2. American Bar Association

3. Lawyers.com

4. Nolo

5. Library of Congress- Law

6. Cornell University Legal Information Institute

7. Wikipedia- Law

8. World Law Direct

9. Expert Law

10 ...

LawInfo has a great YouTube channel with videos for consumers on hiring a lawyer.  For example, the following video provides information on choosing which kind of lawyer you need:

For many of us, the internet can feel like a place of anonymity.  We freely surf, comment, and socialize without thinking of the consequences of our cyber-actions.  However, as social media becomes more and more mainstream, stories about social media profiles being used as evidence in court are on the rise.

The truth is, most courts are allowing internet-based activities into evidence.  As you participate in the online conversation, it is important to keep in mind that what you say and do on the internet may be used against you in court.

In the following video, New York attorney Gerry ...

Contingency Attorney Fees- You Can Afford An Attorney!

It has come to my attention that there is a rampant public misconception that all attorneys are very expensive, and "a good attorney" costs even more. It is alarming how many people don't think they can hire an attorney due to fear of high legal fees. I hear these concerns time and again, "Only the wealthy win lawsuits." "It takes money to hire an attorney." Unfortunately, these misconceptions are continually perpetuated throughout our society.

The Truth About Contingency Attorney Fees

A contingency attorney fee in the United States is a fee ...

Choosing The Best Lawyers Chicago Has To Offer

Unfortunately, for many people choosing a lawyer comes down to calling the first name they see on TV or in the Yellow Pages.  Trying to select your lawyer solely from the lawyer's advertisement is a mistake.

Many lawyer advertisements don't even address the important factors that should actually be considered when trying to select the best lawyers for your case.  Ads that tout "we fight hard" and "150 years of experience" don't really speak to the quality of representation that the firm will provide.

How to Choose the Best ...

Getting the right Chicago personal injury lawyer may seem like a daunting task.  If you're at the stage of looking for a personal injury lawyer, chances are you have a lot on your mind.  Unpaid medical bills, lost time at work, and your financial future, are only a couple of the many concerns you may be facing when you have suffered an injury.

For many Chicago residents, choosing the right personal injury lawyer is something completely unknown.  In fact, many folks simply hire a lawyer from a yellow pages, internet, or television advertisement.  While these resources are a great ...

Finding A Lawyer With Lawyer Directories

There are a multitude of for-profit lawyers directories on the internet. Typically, lawyers pay an advertising fee for a listing in these directories. In addition to lawyer listings, these services may also offer other "legal" products such as do-it-yourself legal forms. A commercial lawyer directory is distinct from a bar association-sponsored lawyer referral service.

Finding A Lawyer With Case Bidding Services

A case bidding service provides you a platform to post your legal issue in an online forum monitored by sponsoring lawyers. Typically, lawyers who pay for access to the forum, browse the posts ...

“He who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client.” -Proverb

Welcome to AttorneySync's Blog on Finding a Lawyer the informed way.  This blog is dedicated to providing you with information about finding a lawyer and hiring the right lawyer for you.  Ultimately, hiring the right lawyer rests with you.  That is why it is important for you to understand how to do it. 

While the internet is filled with information about the law and lawyer advertisements, there are far-fewer resources available about finding a lawyer who is right for you.  In order to make an informed ...