Lawsuits Settled Out of Court in Fatal Box Truck Accident

Three lawsuits have been settled in connection with an April 2013 box-truck accident. The driver of a Slumberland Furniture truck crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a SUV, injuring the teen driver and killing the 17-year-old passenger in the SUV. The driver of the truck and his passenger were also injured. The truck driver admitted he was under the influence of methamphetamine and marijuana and swerved in and out of his lane at the time of the accident.

The father of the deceased teen filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the truck driver, Slumberland Furniture and Slumberland's parent company, Sleepy Hollow Furniture. The injured teen driver and the truck drivers’ passenger filed personal injury lawsuits. Court records show the lawsuits were dismissed July 21, 2015. Details of the settlements were confidential.

It is always best to seek legal advice from an experienced attorney who will advise you whether it is best to file a lawsuit. Even after suit is filed, wrongful death and personal injury litigation damages recovery do not always require victims to go to trial and receive a jury verdict. A large majority of cases are settled out of court. Why? While there is no one answer, a settlement eliminates the uncertainty of a trial and reduces your costs. No one, not even the most experienced attorney, can accurately predict what a judge or jury will do with your case. Also, it is often difficult to get a trial date. Thus, settlement of your case will, almost always, result in faster compensation than waiting for, or pursuing, a case to trial.

No one and nothing should force you to settle your case; you should choose to settle only if you feel that settlement is in your best interest. You are the one who suffered the injuries and/or loss; you know what you went through. However, your attorney’s job is to evaluate the law and apply it to your situation; if he makes a compelling case for settlement, there is usually a good reason to settle. If he feels your case is worth more than the defendants offer, then chances are it is. If your case must go to trial to get you what you deserve, but you need financial staying power to pursue the case to trial, Lawsuit Financial can help with a financial support option known as lawsuit funding.

Lawsuit funding is a non-recourse lawsuit cash advance to help take care of life’s necessities (mortgage, rent, food, utilities, gas, car payments, medical expenses, transportation, etc.) during a long, and sometimes, bumpy road to resolution. There are no credit checks, employment verifications, or monthly payments. Repayment is made from the proceeds of the case, and your obligation to repay the cash advance will be completely excused if the case fails. Because we take all the risk of a lawsuit not settling in your favor, having a case with merit is crucial for qualification. A case with merit involves a plaintiff with a serious injury, a strong case against the defendant, and an attorney working on a contingency basis. Once these qualifications are met, the application process is quick and easy; it takes less than five minutes online or over the phone. If your case is approved and you accept the lawsuit cash advance offer, we will wire the funds directly into your bank account or send a check via overnight mail. Remember, repayment is not made until the case settles, and if you suffer the misfortune of losing your case, you owe absolutely nothing.

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Weight and Balance Issues Appear to Be Cause of Tragic Aircraft Accident

Airplane accidents are rare, but when they happen they usually cause serious injuries or death. If you or a loved one has been involved in an airplane accident, you may be entitled to compensation for damages. A lawsuit is not about the money; it’s about justice. It will also assure the industry is held to its responsibility to navigate their craft safely. Unfortunately, litigation in cases like this can take years to settle. It is difficult enough to suffer the loss of a loved one in an airplane accident; the last thing victims should have to worry about is their finances. For victims needing immediate financial relieve, pre-settlement lawsuit funding is a viable option.

Results of the investigation into a July 2013 plane crash in Soldotna, Alaska are expected to be released later this month, but the National Transportation Safety Board has suggested the weight distribution on the plane caused it to stall just 11 seconds after takeoff. They also said the plane was probably slightly overloaded and unbalanced. The de Havilland DHC-3 Otter aircraft operated by Nikiski-based Rediske Air crashed and became engulfed in flames upon takeoff. All ten people on board died – the pilot and two Greenville, S.C., families headed on an overnight trip to Bear Mountain Lodge, about 90 miles southwest of Soldotna. It was the worst aviation accident in Alaska in at least 25 years. Rediske Air is registered to the deceased pilot and his sister.

The two families were to fly in two of Rediske Air’s smaller planes, but the pilot then decided to use the Otter so the group could fly together on one plane. Bear Mountain Lodge’s operator asked Rediske Air to bring groceries and supplies and delivered the goods to the air charter’s base in Nikiski. According to a NTSB, the weight of the passengers and supplies put the plane near its 8,000 pound capacity.

A NTSB weight and balance study suggests that the plane may have been loaded tail heavy. The center of gravity likely was several inches too far to the rear, or aft, of the plane. On takeoff, a center of gravity too far aft could have caused the nose to rise higher than usual and the aircraft to stall. “Think of a teeter totter on a playground,” said Mark Madden, a professor of professional piloting at the University of Alaska Anchorage’s Aviation Technology Division. “A kid far enough back on the board can balance a bigger kid. But if the distance is shortened, the little kid loses that advantage.”

A lawsuit has been filed alleging that the nine passengers died because of negligent actions by Rediske, the company that operated the flight. The suit contends that the pilot was at least partially responsible for the crash because he failed to ensure everything was fully in order before takeoff. While there is no requirement that a charter operator of a single-engine plane document weights of cargo, bags and passengers, ultimately the pilot is responsible for ensuring a plane is not overloaded and that the bags and cargo are properly distributed. The targets of the lawsuit include Rediske Air, Inc., Rediske Family Limited Partnership, the estate of Willy Rediske, and JB Leasing Company LLC.

Families like these will often turn to an experienced lawsuit funding company for the financial assistance to get through a long, legal process and to achieve true justice in their cases. Pre-settlement lawsuit funding can help pay the bills and permit the family to wait out the legal process for a fair and equitable settlement or a trial in the case. Lawsuit funding is easy to apply for and personal financial conditions do not matter. There is no need for a credit check or employment history, no upfront fees or costs, and no monthly payment. At Lawsuit Financial, we look only at the value and quality of the lawsuit for collateral. Once an applicant is approved, the cash advance can be sent by check or wire, within 24-48 hours. More importantly, funding is provided on a non-recourse basis. This means if the case is lost, repayment of the cash advance is completely waived.

Contact Lawsuit Financial today to learn more or to apply for immediate financial relief. We can be reached via our website or by calling 1-877-377-7848.

Walk This Way to Safety

When a car strikes a pedestrian, the consequences of the accident can be devastating for the victim According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2012, 4,743 pedestrians were killed, an increase of 6 percent from 2011 and the highest number of fatalities in the last 5 years. On average, 42 percent of pedestrian fatalities occur on roads without proper crosswalks, with another 21 percent on roadways in which a crosswalk was available, but the pedestrian wasn’t using it. A recent pedestrian accident stresses the importance of walking in a crosswalk and obeying rules of the road.

A Texas man was killed while about 10 p.m. as he tried to cross a road. Police do not believe the pedestrian, who was wearing dark clothing, was crossing in a crosswalk when he was struck by the vehicle. Witnesses said the man was clipped by one car then hit and killed by another vehicle. An investigation is ongoing.

Pedestrians are at risk whenever they cross the roadway. Using available crosswalks and ensuring crosswalk safety is enforced can greatly reduce the risk. It is safest to walk on a sidewalk, but if one is not available, walk on the shoulder and face traffic. Pedestrians should also increase their visibility at night by carrying a flashlight and wearing retro-reflective clothing. And, never assume a driver sees you. Always be cautious when sharing the road with vehicles. Perhaps the greatest defense against pedestrian accidents is caution from both motorists and pedestrians alike.

If you or a loved one is seriously injured in a pedestrian accident that was not your fault (or, was only partially your fault), you may be able to recover damages for medical bills, loss wages, pain and suffering, loss of companionship, loss of financial support, and funeral expenses. Contact personal injury attorney who specializes in handling pedestrian accident. Determining fault in a pedestrian accident can sometimes be a complicated process. Insurance companies will sometimes try to reach a quick settlement and limit recovery to the lowest possible amount. Don’t agree to settle too early for too little; always consult with an attorney before considering any offer of settlement.

If your case is dragging on, but the bills and expenses keep piling up, you should consider lawsuit funding. An experienced, legal finance company can provide the financial assistance you need to get through the litigation process without having to settle under severe financial distress. Ask your attorney for advice on whether auto accident lawsuit funding would be the right move for your situation. There are no application fees, credit checks, employment history verifications, or monthly payments. Best of all, repayment is only made when a settlement is reached. If the case is lost, our repayment is lost. Applying for funding takes less than five minutes, and a funding decision can be often be made within 24 – 48 hours.

If you were in a pedestrian-auto accident and awaiting justice, don’t let your bills wait and ruin your credit. Call Lawsuit Financial or visit us online for more information or to complete and application.