Posts Tagged ‘personal injury’
Proving Cell Phone Liability in Auto Accidents
We all know about the dangers of driving while intoxicated, but there is an even more insidious form of distraction that can be just as deadly. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has determined that texting while driving is more dangerous than operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol level of .08. Statistically, a…
Read MoreWho Pays for Damages After a Hit and Run?
After a hit and run, you may have no idea what to do next. When the other driver takes off, you’re left picking up the pieces. All the damages might just land squarely on your plate. In most cases, your only option is to utilize your own insurance policy. But insurance companies have a reputation…
Read MoreWhat to Consider Before Settling a Claim for Your Injuries
If you have recently been injured and have sought legal recourse against an insurer or a defendant, you might be under pressure to settle your case quickly. As a rule, insurers will do everything in their power to convince you to settle a claim before it reaches the court. Accepting a monetary payment in exchange…
Read MoreWhat Does Negligence Mean?
Negligence is a term used to describe a situation in which a person fails to take reasonable care while doing something. If you have spent any time with or around a personal injury case, you’ve probably heard the term “negligence” used time and time again. Why? Because it’s the key factor that almost every case…
Read MoreWhy Credibility Is So Important During a Personal Injury Case
If you are hurt in a car wreck or other injury accident, that traumatic event becomes a part of your life story. The process of obtaining compensation requires you to tell your story to insurance companies and judges — and sometimes, even a jury — to convince them that the law entitles you to compensation.…
Read MoreCan I File a Claim for an Injury After Signing a Liability Waiver?
There is a good reason why your personal injury lawyer asks that you not sign any document after an accident without first consulting with them. One of the documents you may be asked to sign is a liability waiver. Signing this waiver can make obtaining compensation for your injuries significantly more difficult. What Is a…
Read MoreWhat Possible Damages Could You Qualify for After an Auto Accident?
After you’ve been hit by a reckless driver, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit for damages against the at-fault driver. If the police report indicates that the other driver was at fault, your own insurance company may not cover the claim because the property damage you suffered and the cost of your medical…
Read MoreWhy Gathering Evidence After a Motorcycle Accident Is So Important
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating. The bike operator doesn’t have the protective metal shell that a car or commercial truck driver has, and therefore, their injuries are often catastrophic and life-changing. If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle collision, gathering evidence after the accident can critically impact the outcome of your settlement or motorcycle accident…
Read MoreThe Reasonable Person Standard: What It Means for Your Personal Injury Claim
When you’re injured and wish to seek compensation through a personal injury claim, there are certain required tasks on the path to monetary recovery. One of the most important parts of these claims is liability and proving the other party’s negligence caused your harm. A personal injury attorney can use the reasonable person standard to…
Read MoreCan I Still File a Claim if the At-Fault Driver Passed Away in the Crash?
If you suffer injuries in a car accident, you have rights, including the right to pursue compensation from the at-fault driver or their insurance. But what if the responsible party passes away before you’re able to file your claim? Generally, even if the liable driver passes away before you’re able to obtain monetary recovery, you’re…
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