Long-Term Effects of Personal Injuries: Can You Seek Additional Compensation?
While many injuries, like simple fractures, heal with appropriate treatment, there are many other injuries that never fully heal. Some injuries are so catastrophic that victims can never work again and must rely on help from others on a daily basis. Other injuries may develop complications as victims age or engage in social and work…
Read MoreHow Social Media Can Affect Your Personal Injury Case
Many people use social media so frequently that it’s become a regular part of their day. Unfortunately, it can sometimes cause issues for injury victims who are pursuing negligence claims. Investigators and defense lawyers will often review your social media accounts to learn more about you. They may try to find information that could allow…
Read MoreThe Role of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Cases
The success of many personal injury cases depends on the testimony of one or more experts on your behalf. Often, a personal injury case depends on the testimony of your expert versus the testimony of an expert witness for the defense. What is an expert witness? An expert witness is someone who has special knowledge…
Read MoreNace Law Group Attorneys Named to Best Lawyers in America® for 2026
Nace Law Group is proud to announce that Christopher T. Nace and Samantha Peters have been recognized by Best Lawyers in America® for 2026! Christopher T. Nace has been recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013, in the areas of Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Product Liability Litigation – Plaintiffs. Samantha…
Read MoreFiling a Personal Injury Claim: Do You Need a Lawyer?
The general rule of personal injury claims is simple. You should always seek legal advice before you file a personal injury claim or settle a personal injury claim. The reasons for hiring experienced trial lawyers include more than the likelihood of receiving more compensation (after your lawyers receive their compensation). There are many ways a…
Read MoreHow Long Do Accident Victims Have to File a Personal Injury Claim?
The statute of limitations is the amount of time that you have to file your personal injury or wrongful death claim. If you fail to file your claim within that amount of time, your right to compensation will be forever barred. What is the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Washington, DC? Generally,…
Read MoreDealing with Insurance Companies After an Accident: What You Need to Know
There are several key considerations when working with insurance companies after a car accident, slip and fall accident, defective product accident, or injuries due to medical malpractice. We generally recommend that you speak with our experienced personal injury lawyers. Our lawyers have more than 40 years of experience negotiating with insurance companies and arguing cases…
Read MoreWhat to Bring to Your First Consultation with a Personal Injury Lawyer
The most important step to take after an accident of any type is to contact our law office as soon as possible. If you fail to file your claim within the statute of limitations period, your claim will be forever barred. A list of questions about personal injury claims The next most important step is…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Legal Rights as a Hospital Patient in Washington DC
Being a patient in a Washington DC hospital can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. Even if you’re used to working with medical professionals, there’s an automatic power imbalance that can make it difficult for patients to stand up for themselves and assert their rights. This can often lead to miscommunication, misunderstandings, and issues that…
Read MoreThe Evolving Landscape of Civil Litigation and Plaintiffs’ Lawyers
When you look at the ways legal practice has changed over the decades, you see different trends in where new attorneys start their careers. For a long time, law students with big goals would inevitably end up working in Big Law, often doing defense-side legal work, or taking roles with nonprofit organizations and government agencies.…
Read MoreDo You Have a Claim After a Delayed Diagnosis?
When people think about medical malpractice, they tend to think of the dramatic stories that make the headlines: doctors performing surgery on the wrong patient, removing the wrong limb, or giving a fatal dose of medication. But in many cases, the tragedy lies in what a care provider doesn’t do. The tests they fail to…
Read MoreSurgical Errors in Outpatient Settings: Are You Still Protected?
A growing number of surgical procedures are now happening in outpatient settings. This includes both doctors’ offices and ambulatory surgery centers. Patients often don’t think about how this might affect their ability to recover compensation after an injury until one has already happened—few people go into a surgical procedure expecting a poor outcome. Regardless of…
Read MoreWhat Compensation Can You Receive for Surgery-Related Injuries?
According to the National Institute of Health, roughly 310 million surgeries are performed around the world every single year. Research estimates that around 15 million Americans undergo 40 to 50 million of those surgeries each year, making surgical procedures and hospital stays a routine part of life for many individuals and families in the U.S.…
Read MoreMistakes Doctors Don’t Want You to Know Happen in US Hospitals
Hospitals serve as beacons of healing within our communities, but they are hardly free of the burden of human error. Even as the field of medicine continues to advance and evolve, research suggests that medical errors are currently the third leading cause of death in the United States. These errors come at great personal and…
Read MoreMisdiagnosis in Women’s Health: A Growing Epidemic
According to a recent report, women are roughly 66% more likely to receive a medical misdiagnosis than men. Misdiagnosis is a serious and dangerous problem that can cause long-term harm to patients and their families, and misdiagnosis, in any case, can have potentially dire consequences. However, research consistently demonstrates that women often bear the brunt…
Read MoreDo I Need a Lawyer for My Hospital Stay Injury?
Every day, hundreds of thousands of people rely on hospitals across the United States for medical care. These healthcare facilities are tasked with caring for people when they are at their most vulnerable. We trust hospitals to prioritize our well-being and care for us when we are injured or ill, but sometimes hospital stays can…
Read MoreGuide to Filing a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit in Washington, D.C.
Maybe you’re here because something went wrong during your medical care. You trusted the doctor or hospital, and instead of things getting better, they got worse. Maybe it was a misdiagnosis, a botched surgery, or some mistake that no one will admit to but is clearly not your fault. Now you’re left picking up the…
Read More6 Steps to Take After a Hospital Misdiagnosis: Protecting Your Health and Legal Rights
You trusted the hospital and the doctors — the people who were supposed to fix what was wrong. But here you are, still sick and still searching for answers. Maybe their diagnosis didn’t sit right. Maybe your health got worse, not better. Whatever happened, you’re dealing with the fallout of a hospital misdiagnosis (known as…
Read MoreWhy Our Firm Signed the Amicus Brief Supporting Perkins Coie
We talk about our country as a nation of laws. That is in contrast with kings. So when the colonists came to America, they wanted to make sure they were governed by laws. Unfortunately, we are coming dangerously close to losing the rule of law. An amicus brief was recently filed in support of the…
Read MoreJustice for a Family: Nace Law Group Secures More than $8M Verdict in Fatal Medical Malpractice Case
Nace Law Group secured an $8 million jury verdict for the family of a 43-year-old man who died during a routine medical procedure. The victim – a public school teacher and father of three minor children – lost his life unnecessarily because of medical negligence. Our team is proud to have achieved accountability and justice for the…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Emotional and Psychological Impact of Birth Injuries on Families
Having a baby is supposed to be one of the happiest days of your life. You picture holding their tiny hands and feeling overwhelmed with love. But for some families, the day turns into one filled with questions, fear, and heartbreak. A birth injury can feel like something out of a nightmare. It’s not what…
Read MoreChris Nace Named to Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2025
Nace Law Group, is excited to announce that partner Christopher T. Nace earned a spot on Lawdragon’s list of 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers for 2025. We’re proud of Chris for achieving this honor, which recognizes his steadfast commitment to seeking justice on behalf of injury victims. About the Lawdragon 500 Lawdragon seeks to help…
Read MoreWhen Does Surgery Become a Legal Issue? Understanding Surgical Errors
Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional breaches their duty of care, neglecting to provide adequate care to the patient or providing substandard treatment, resulting in injury, harm, or death to a person. According to the National Library of Medicine (NIH), 75% of medical negligence claims involve surgery, making surgical negligence the most common medical…
Read MoreTop Mistakes to Avoid After a Truck Accident: Protecting Your Legal Rights
Truck accidents can be devastating—and even upend your life—with the often severe injuries and overwhelming financial burdens left in their wake. These accidents are high-stakes legal cases, and certain factors can negatively impact your claims if you are not cautious. A single mistake at the accident scene can jeopardize your chance for rightful compensation. Understanding…
Read MoreHidden Dangers: How Unsterilized Medical Equipment Causes Infections
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), millions of people in the USA have been suffering from Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs), which have become widespread over the past several years. These infections are often spread by improper cleaning and unsterilized medical equipment. Let’s explore key ways unsterilized medical equipment causes infections, provide examples of infections,…
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