A lawsuit in which the plaintiff sues the defendant’s insurance company directly, rather than (or in addition to) suing the defendant personally. This is only permitted in some jurisdictions and under specific circumstances.
A binding judgment from a court defining the legal relationship between parties and their rights in a matter before any specific
An event caused by natural forces that is beyond human control and could not have been prevented by reasonable foresight or care.
An official document, typically prepared by a police officer, detailing the circumstances, individuals, vehicles, and any initial findings related to a traffic accident.
A medication that causes harmful side effects or injuries not adequately warned about by the manufacturer, potentially leading to product liability claims.
An agreement that transfers insurance policy rights or benefits from the policyholder to a third party, such as a contractor or medical provider, allowing them to bill and be paid directly by the insurer.
An official document, typically prepared by a police officer, detailing the circumstances, individuals, vehicles, and any initial findings related to a traffic accident.
The legal determination of whether a piece of evidence can be presented and considered by a judge or jury in a court proceeding, based on rules of relevance, reliability, and fairness.
Payments provided by government programs (like Social Security Disability Insurance – SSDI) or private insurance policies to individuals who are unable to
A payment or service provided under the terms of an insurance policy, government program (like Social Security Disability), or employee plan (like workers’ compensation or disability benefits).
