Social Media Blackout: How Your Facebook Posts Can Ruin Your Lawsuit
In 2026, we live our lives online. When something big happens—like a car accident—it is natural to want to update your friends and family on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. However, once you file a personal injury claim, your social media profile becomes a goldmine of evidence for the defense. The Myth “My profile is set […]
Bad Result vs. Medical Negligence: How to Tell the Difference
We trust doctors with our lives. When a medical procedure goes wrong, the emotional toll is devastating. However, a surgery failing or a treatment not working does not automatically mean you have a malpractice case. Medicine is an imperfect science, and results are never guaranteed. So, where is the line between an unfortunate outcome and […]
Slip and Fall Accidents: Don’t Just Brush It Off
Falling in public is embarrassing. Most people’s first instinct after slipping in a grocery store or restaurant is to jump up, brush themselves off, and leave as quickly as possible to avoid staring eyes. Unfortunately, this reaction plays right into the hands of the business. The Myth: “I tripped because I’m clumsy. It’s my own […]
The Recorded Statement Trap: Why Insurance Adjusters Call You So Fast
Within days—sometimes hours—of an accident, your phone will ring. It will be a friendly representative from the other driver’s insurance company. They will sound concerned and helpful, saying they just want to “clear up a few details” to get your claim processed. The Myth: “The other driver’s insurance company just wants to hear my side […]
The “Quick Check” Offer: Why You Should Never Sign Immediately
A few days after an accident, while you are still stressing about a rental car and missed work, the insurance adjuster might call with “good news.” They want to send you a quick check—maybe $1,500 or $2,000—to cover your “inconvenience.” It feels like a lifeline when cash is tight. The Myth: “I should take this […]
What Is My Case Actually Worth? (Economic vs. Non-Economic Damages)
The most common question we get is, “How much can I get?” Clients often turn to Google for answers, finding “Personal Injury Calculators” that promise to tell them the value of their claim in seconds. The Myth: “I can use an online calculator to find out exactly how much money I will get. It says […]
Pre-Existing Conditions: The “Eggshell Skull” Rule
Many people hesitate to contact a lawyer because they have a history of medical issues. They worry that their “bad back” or “old knee injury” from high school sports disqualifies them from receiving compensation for a new car accident. The Myth “I already had back pain before the crash, so the insurance company won’t pay […]
Uninsured Motorist Coverage: Who Pays If They Don’t Have Insurance?
It is a nightmare scenario: You are hit by a driver who runs a red light. You pull over, only to find out they have no insurance, or worse—they speed away (Hit and Run). You are left with a damaged car and medical bills, wondering who will pay. The Myth “If the person who hit […]
When Joy Turns to Grief: Understanding Birth Injuries and Negligence
The birth of a child should be the happiest day of a family’s life. But when medical negligence occurs in the delivery room, that joy can turn into confusion and heartbreak. At The Injury Advocates, we understand that birth injury cases are not just about legal battles; they are about the future quality of life […]
Never Events: When Preventable Mistakes Happen in the Operating Room
Surgery always carries risks. We sign consent forms acknowledging that anesthesia is dangerous or that recovery might be difficult. However, there is a specific category of errors in the medical world known as “Never Events.” As the name implies, these are errors that are so shocking and preventable that they should never occur if proper […]
