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Why You Shouldn’t Use Scorch & Burn During Divorce

by IgniteTeam | Oct 15, 2020 | Blog

Before finally boiling over and filing for divorce, resentment and animosity can fester and stew between spouses as tensions and tempers rise and their patience for each other wears thin. Once a divorce has been agreed upon by one or both parties, fear and anger may...

Personal Injury Case Timeline

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Investigation

We investigate the facts of the accident, the location, obtain photos and police reports, and take witness statements.

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ANALYZE INSURANCE

We immediately analyze your relevant property and health insurance policies to see what coverage applies to your case.

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CONTACT INSURANCE

We contact your insurance company and the other’s party’s insurance company. We do this right away.

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RESOLVE DAMAGES

We help you resolve any property damages and/or medical treatment. This may take weeks to months.

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SUMMARY OF DAMAGES

We collect all medical bills and reports, and records of wages lost, and we evaluate the damages.

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FULL EVALUATION

A full evaluation of your case is performed with you, usually after you’ve finished any needed medical care.

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BILLING INSURANCE

We send medical records and/or other damages and proof to the insurance companies.

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NEGOTIATION

We attempt to negotiate an out-of-court settlement. This can take several months.

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DEPOSITIONS

We prepare written questions for the other side to answer, and we take depositions from the defendant and witnesses.

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DISCOVERY

Both sides investigate the facts of the case and examine all of the evidence in what is called the discovery process.

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EVIDENCE

After providing the evidence of your claim and answering any written questions, we prepare you for your deposition, which we attend with you.

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TRIAL/ARBITRATION

We prepare for and take the case to trial or arbitration once the date is set by the court.

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SETTLEMENT

We confirm your medical bills and liens are paid/resolved, and we distribute settlement funds to you.

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SETTLEMENT TIMING

Settlements can happen at any time during your case once you finish your medical care.