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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Suspecting that a doctor or hospital made a mistake that injured you is a terrifying feeling. You may feel confused, angry, and unsure of whom to trust. While the days following a medical injury are chaotic, the actions you take now can make or break your ability to seek justice …

We go to the doctor to find answers. We describe our pain, submit to tests, and trust that the diagnosis we receive is accurate. But what happens when the doctor gets it wrong? Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis is one of the most common forms of medical malpractice. It can lead …