Pedestrian accidents can cause traumatizing physical and emotional injuries that lead to significant financial damages. To compensate for these damages, pedestrians can file a personal injury claim against the negligent, at-fault party, but you will need an experienced pedestrian accident attorney to play a leading role in getting the compensation you deserve. Determining Fault in […]
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How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?
The duration of a motorcycle accident lawsuit can vary depending on whether it settles out of court or goes to a jury trial. Numerous factors can affect the timeline for a motorcycle accident case. As a motorcycle crash victim, you have limited control over most of them, except for one: The sooner you hire a […]
Can I Sue After a Car Accident?
If you suffered injuries in a car accident caused by someone else, you can sue for damages. But you might not need to sue after a car accident to get money to cover your expenses and losses. Ask an experienced car accident lawyer to evaluate your case and explain your options. What Are Your Rights […]
How to Tell Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident
The reckless or negligent actions of one driver, referred to as the at-fault party or driver, cause most car collisions. When the at-fault driver’s insurance company doesn’t fairly settle a car accident claim, the victim often hires a car accident attorney to fight for the compensatory damages they deserve. When the lawsuit is filed, the […]
Did You Get Into an Accident with a Texting Driver? Here’s What You Can Do
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident caused by a texting driver, it’s understandable to feel anger and frustration. The driver’s negligence may have changed your life forever, causing serious injuries and making it hard for you to continue in your job or even live independently. A car accident attorney can help you hold […]
How Much Does Car Insurance Go up After an Accident?
After a car collision, one of the main worries is whether your car insurance will go up and by how much. The answer depends on whether you caused the accident and (sometimes) how much blame you have for the wreck. If you’ve been involved in a car wreck, even one that you don’t think is […]
Flatbed Truck Accidents
Flatbed trucks can cause disastrous collisions that affect multiple victims and other vehicles. When a flatbed crashes, impact from the truck and loose cargo can exacerbate victims’ damages. What Is a Flatbed Truck? When it comes to hauling shipments across long distances, various types of trucks can accommodate different types of cargo. A flatbed truck […]
Three Car Accident Scenarios: Who’s at Fault? Who Pays?
Everyone has a duty to drive responsibly, but accidents happen even when we take proper precautions. The United States accounts for six million car accidents every year. When an accident happens, it’s essential to know your rights and responsibilities. If you’re in a car accident, who’s at fault? And who pays for the damages? The […]
The Most Common Cause of Collision
Most people who have been driving for several years have either been involved in a car or truck accident or seen one happen. With about 300 million registered vehicles currently in the United States, car accidents happen all the time. In 2019, law enforcement received reports of about 6.7 million automobile accidents in the United […]
Sideswipe Collisions
When most people think of car accidents, they think of getting hit head-on or from behind. Sometimes there’s a broadside collision, more commonly referred to as a T-bone accident. Another common type of car accident is when someone sideswipes your vehicle. This is when one car, for whatever reason, swipes the side of your vehicle. […]