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- Negligence Vs. Intentional Tort In Personal Injury Cases
Oct 17, 2022
When someone commits a wrongful act held liable by law against you, you are entitled to seek justice. It is important to know what type of legal action to pursue in order to ensure a successful case. There are two main causes of injury in personal injury cases, namely intentional and negligent acts, which both belong under the umbrella of “tort” law. Torts are wrongful acts committed against someone else. Although both fall under the...Read More - What Can Cause Jackknife Truck Accidents?
Oct 17, 2022
Tractor-trailer trucks are much larger and heavier than the average car, especially when they are fully loaded. As such, when an accident happens, the damage sustained is much larger and the injuries of the passengers and drivers can also be more severe. There are several types of crashes trucks can get into, one of which is jackknifing. Victims of jackknife truck accidents will need to seek legal representation from a personal injury attorney to prove...Read More - What Is The Burden Of Proof In A Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Oct 17, 2022
Anyone that has been involved in a personal injury case will tell you that it is a complicated process. As the plaintiff, you have the responsibility of convincing the judge and jury that the defendant is the oke responsible for your injuries. This is a confusing process as you will encounter lots of unfamiliar terminology and it can seem hard to attain the settlement amount you desire. However, going into the process of a personal...Read More - Key Questions To Ask When Choosing A Car Accident Lawyer
Oct 17, 2022
With the number of car accidents that happen daily, no matter how careful a driver we are, we can’t help but worry about the risk of us getting involved in one someday. Should this really come to pass, what we need is good support and advice to ensure we get the compensation we need. Trusting someone to represent your interests and rights in a legal battle is not easy. There are many factors to look...Read More - 4 Car Accident Scams And How To Avoid Them
Oct 17, 2022
Scams are becoming more common than ever, and the variety of scams are increasing. There are syndicates that would do anything to make earn quick cash, and of late have been more and more creative with the way they get your money. One of the most common ways they do so is through car insurance scams. What these people will do is crash their vehicle into yours to fake an injury and collect insurance money...Read More - Things Not To Do When Hiring A Motorcycle Accident Attorney
Oct 17, 2022
Riding an exposed vehicle like motorcycles gives you less protection when an accident occurs. The damage sustained by both the vehicle and the rider can be much more than those sustained by a passenger car or van. When one gets into a crash, the troublesome part is always the aftermath. There are many details to attend to in order to get your settlement money which would cover your car repair and medical costs. As this...Read More - Steps To Take When You End Up In A Truck Accident
Oct 17, 2022
Trucks are large vehicles that are extremely heavy especially when at full load. As they are heavy, this means that when they get into accidents, the damage sustained and inflicted on other vehicles around them are usually more severe. Truck accidents are different from your regular collisions- not only are the drivers held responsible, but the trucking company will be as well. Regardless of the vehicle they drive, there are certain things drivers need to...Read More - Motorcycle Accidents Caused By Open Car Doors: Who’s At Fault?
Jul 28, 2022
Lacking the enclosed body of a car or truck as protection, motorcyclists can find themselves suffering severe injuries after being involved in an accident. One common type of accident is open car doors motorcycle accidents, which is most often the fault of the party who opened the door. In this article, we share more with you about this type of accident as well as how to determine fault. What Are Open Car Door Accidents? Open...Read More - What Qualifies For Punitive Damages In New Jersey?
Jul 28, 2022
While most personal injury damages are awarded on the basis of the injured party’s losses, punitive damages are quite different. Instead of compensation for the injuries suffered by the plaintiff, punitive damages are intended to send a message or punish the at-fault party for its actions. In New Jersey, such damages are rarely awarded. However, if the defendant’s actions were dangerous, undesirable, or horrific, punitive damages help deter both the defendant and others from committing...Read More - What Is A Jackknife Truck Accident And How Do You Prove Liability?
Jul 28, 2022
Every year, jackknife truck accidents and other truck accidents cause thousands of injuries and deaths on American highways. If you were injured in a jackknife truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your lost wages, medical bills, and suffering. Thus, it is critical to understand who can be held accountable for your injuries if you are involved in a jackknife truck accident. Depending on what happened during the incident, the truck driver or...Read More