Understanding the Legal Timelines That Can Make or Break Your Case When pursuing a legal claim, timing is everything. The statute of limitations defines the maximum time after an event within which legal proceedings must begin. Understanding how this legal concept works is essential for anyone considering filing a lawsuit or criminal charges. However, not …
How Legal Standards Impact the Outcome of Civil Lawsuits In a civil case, understanding the burden of proof is crucial to navigating the legal process and achieving a favorable outcome. Knowing what evidence is required can significantly impact the success of your case, whether you’re the plaintiff or the defendant. The burden of proof in …
Discover How the Best Truck Crash Attorneys Help Victims Navigate Complex Legal Battles and Secure Maximum Compensation Truck accidents can have devastating consequences, leading to severe injuries, loss of income, and emotional distress. If you or a loved one has been involved in a truck crash, navigating the legal landscape to secure the compensation you …
Protect Your Child’s Future with the Help of a Dedicated Birth Injury Attorney Birth injuries can turn a joyful experience into a traumatic ordeal for families. If your newborn suffered harm due to medical negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. A birth injury lawyer can help you navigate the legal system, hold responsible parties …
Crump and the family will call for transparency and the release of body cam footage OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump will hold a Thursday news conference with the family of Roger Fortson, a 23-year-old active-duty Senior Airman who was fatally shot by a Florida Sheriff’s Deputy …
Exploring Historical Injustices and Ben Crump Own Pursuit of Justice Historical justice is an enduring concept that seeks to right the wrongs of the past, addressing the deep-rooted injustices plaguing our society. At Ben Crump Law, we understand the importance of historical justice and its role in creating a more equitable future. In this exploration, we’ll …
The documents you’ll need to file a water contamination lawsuit include your medical and housing records. Without these, you may not be able to show that you qualify for benefits or a settlement. Depending on your case, you may need additional documentation. An attorney can help you gather the information you need to file a …
You may have a limited time to file a water contamination lawsuit, like a Camp Lejeune lawsuit. The deadline may differ depending on your circumstances, including when you started to experience health effects. Whatever the specifics of your case, a water contamination lawyer can help you meet your deadline by preparing and filing your suit …
Water contamination is a prominent issue, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data suggests that it affects millions of Americans each year. In severe cases, water contamination can cause lifelong conditions like infertility or cancer. The Camp Lejeune water crisis exemplifies America’s challenges with contaminated water supplies. Veterans and the families of …
There are many serious health effects of water contamination, such as cholera, cancer, and certain other serious conditions. Some of these conditions can be deadly. Today, many people are suffering the effects of water contamination and suing for damages. If you and your family are suffering due to water contamination, you may be able to …
Since birth injuries are a form of medical malpractice, their deadlines are based on malpractice statutes of limitations. However, each case is unique. How long you have to sue for a birth injury typically depends on three factors: when your child suffered the injury, when the injury was discovered, and the state in which your …
The birth of a newborn is a highly-anticipated, exciting time. The medical team that delivered your baby was required to provide you and your child with health care that meets a certain standard. A medical error can lead to a birth injury. A settlement cannot begin to make up for the harm your child suffered, …
There is no average birth injury settlement. That’s because many of these cases’ outcomes are confidential. If your child suffered a birth injury, your settlement depends on a variety of factors, such as the extent of their injuries. When you connect with our team, we can provide more insight into how much you can pursue …
A birth injury lawyer can support your case at any stage, whether you need information right after the injury or are struggling with a stalled case. The sooner you start your case, the better our legal team can protect your rights to compensation. When You Need Information and Answers You can come to Ben Crump …
U.S. military members expect their jobs to come with certain risks. Their priority is to serve and protect the people of the United States. But in this endeavor, the U.S. government must provide military personnel with the right tools and environment to succeed. It has been well documented that the water supply at Camp Lejeune, …
Exposure to certain chemicals can have detrimental health consequences for the people affected. Sometimes, we don’t realize the impact of these chemicals until years later. But these problems can impact anyone, from adults to unborn children still developing in the womb. Those at the Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between 1953 and …
If you are a veteran who served at Camp Lejeune from August 1953 through December 1987, you may qualify for disability and health care benefits. Additionally, your family members who lived on base may also receive medical coverage for 15 eligible illnesses. Our Camp Lejeune water contamination benefits guide can teach you more about available …
Dear Congresswoman Beatty, We write to express our deep and profound concern about Johnson & Johnson’s recent shameful and opportunistic abuse of the federal bankruptcy laws for its own economic advantage. Unless Congress addresses and legislatively eradicates this loophole, Johnson & Johnson’s gross abuse of process will pave the way for countless other corporations to …
One of the central tenets of Stephen Neilson’s scholarship-winning essay is this: “We need more lawyers of color.” As a student at Harvard Law School, Nielson himself is a shining example of under-represented peoples continuing the work of diversifying the legal profession. However, Neilson would be the first to tell you that this story is …
A growing number of plaintiffs are fighting to hold pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences, Inc. accountable for damages resulting from the potentially dangerous drug Truvada. Attorney Ben Crump has set his sights on these settlements and stands ready to fight for compensation on behalf of people who suffered injuries after taking Truvada HIV medication. Truvada Lawsuits …
