Summer is right around the corner, which means road trips and vacations for the whole family! Every single summer, millions of Americans decide to hop in the car and take a road trip. For some, this means driving across the state, for others, it means making their way across the country. Regardless of which bestContinue reading “Summer Road Trip Safety Tips”
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Should I Accept My Car Accident Settlement?
If you’ve been involved in a car accident and decided to seek compensation for your injuries, you may be wondering when it’s time to accept a settlement from the insurance company. While it can be tempting to take the first offer and walk away from the entire mess, chances are they are offering you aContinue reading “Should I Accept My Car Accident Settlement?”
How to Avoid a Truck Accident
Trucking is one of the most dangerous industries in America, for numerous reasons. Every year, approximately 4,000 people die in large truck accidents; 17 percent of which are truck occupants, 66 percent are drivers and passengers of cars, and 16 percent are pedestrians, bicyclists, or motorcyclists. The majority of large truck accidents are preventable, oftenContinue reading “How to Avoid a Truck Accident”
5 Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
So, what exactly is a slip and fall accident? Generally, if someone endures tripping or slipping and falling, which results in an injury while they are on the property of someone else is when a slip and fall case is considered in the making. These cases are especially considered when this accident and injury occurredContinue reading “5 Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents”
Who is held accountable in a pedestrian-vehicle accident?
Generally, a person who is walking across the street has the right of way in that they are the more vulnerable one between the vehicle and themselves. In a typical accident involving a vehicle hitting a pedestrian, the driver is assumed to be more at fault. There are, however, exceptions in some cases, where theContinue reading “Who is held accountable in a pedestrian-vehicle accident?”
Who Do I Sue When I Get Hit By a Truck: The Company or the Driver?
Being involved in an accident of any kind is incredibly stressful, especially if you were hit by a semi-truck. More often than not, accidents involving 18-wheelers and large trucks result in serious, life-changing injuries or even death. This is due to the sheer size and volume of these trucks. If you’ve sustained injuries following anContinue reading “Who Do I Sue When I Get Hit By a Truck: The Company or the Driver?”
Can I Sue a Drunk Driver for Murder?
Drunk drivers cause serious car accidents every single day in the United States. In many cases, these accidents result in devastating fatalities that forever change the lives of those affected. If you were injured by a drunk driver, chances are you will be able to sue and receive compensation for your injuries and damages. IfContinue reading “Can I Sue a Drunk Driver for Murder?”
6 Steps to Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer
Choosing the right personal injury lawyer for your specific case isn’t always easy. If you’ve never hired a lawyer before, this task can be even more intimidating. These days most people take to Google in search of pretty much everything, including a lawyer. While you may be tempted to simply go with the first lawContinue reading “6 Steps to Choosing the Right Personal Injury Lawyer”
What to Do if You’re Involved in a Hit-and-Run
Car accidents happen every single day in America, many of which are minor and have no lasting impact. However, serious, life-changing accidents also occur, such as hit and run accidents. Hit-and-run accidents can be extremely upsetting and stressful, especially if you or someone you love suffered any injuries. Whether you were involved in a hitContinue reading “What to Do if You’re Involved in a Hit-and-Run”