Being injured by someone else’s negligence is challenging even when the injuries are relatively minor, but if you’ve suffered permanent injuries, the situation is obviously that much more difficult. To make matters worse, you’ll need to prove that your injuries are indeed permanent and to advocate for the compensation to which you are entitled. An […]
Personal injury protection (PIP) is a highly misunderstood type of insurance coverage that causes many accident victims considerable anxiety. If you’ve been injured and are concerned about when your PIP benefits run out, better understanding how this insurance coverage works and better understanding personal injury claims in general can help. Additionally, if this is the […]
If you’ve been injured by someone else’s negligence, the surest way to regain your health and well-being is by obtaining the compensation to which you are entitled. The more serious your injuries, the higher your compensation is likely to be, and if you require surgery, it tends to be a sign that your settlement will […]
The state of Texas requires all drivers to carry adequate car insurance on their vehicles, but many motorists are unaware of what the specifics entail. If you’re one of these drivers, this comprehensive guide of the basics as they relate to your auto insurance policy can help. If, however, you’ve been harmed by the negligence […]
Choosing the right wrongful death attorney is an important decision to make because the stakes are incredibly high. Wrongful death lawsuits determine who is responsible for medical bills, funeral expenses, lost wages, and the loss of parental support or companionship. No amount of money will bring back your loved one. Unfortunately, problems will likely compound […]
Get it in writing. After you are in a car accident, you need to document as much as possible. The more documentation you can provide your attorney, the better position he will be in to fight your case. If it is safe to do so, you can take pictures of the accident, the road signs, […]
Start looking at insurance companies differently: think of them as a business. If you have watched any amount of television recently, you’ve likely noticed how many commercials there are for insurance companies. They are a business based on premiums—and paying out less than they take in. There is nothing insidious or offensive about addressing them […]
Canva The year 2022 marks 40 years of tracking alcohol-related driving trends and major changes to how the United States legally and socially tolerated drunk driving. Anti-drunk driving advocacy has a relatively recent history, and like many other major civic movements, was galvanized by the culmination of numerous avoidable tragedies. Many of the alcohol-related laws […]
Arthur Murray/Mirrorpix // Getty Images As more and more cars made their first appearance on American roads in the early 1900s, the number of deaths and injuries from traffic accidents shot up, particularly when compared to those resulting from railroad accidents. In 1915, for example, there were only 199 fatalities among railroad passengers compared to […]
When people ask about how long their personal injury case will take, they may not be understanding the full matter. It is, however, completely understandable as to why they want to know. People who have been injured by someone else may be enduring physical and financial damages. Often times, securing a settlement may help them […]