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Truck Drivers Always At Fault: How An Attorney Can Help You Get Rid Of The Stigma

May 18, 2022

Truck accidents are often more complex than accidents involving only cars. This is because several parties could hold responsibility for the crash. With that being said, the habit of blaming the truck driver is still very rampant. A good attorney who is on your side will help you fight your case and help you get the remuneration you deserve. By meticulously going through each piece of evidence, we will help determine the true guilty party...

Can I Sue If My Pet Was Injured In A Motor Vehicle Accident

Mar 1, 2022

Many pet lovers take their companions with them wherever they go. Even those who don’t, they may have to transport their pets occasionally to the vet, boarding, playdates, and more. That means a cat, dog, etc. could be riding in a car involved in a collision. Hopefully, the pet was adequately and appropriately restrained during the ride. Unfortunately, many people neglect their duty to restrain a pet when it’s in a motor vehicle. If your...

A Guide To Liability For Motor Vehicle Accidents Caused By Animals

Mar 1, 2022

Here is a staggering statistic: In the United States, every year, motor vehicle accidents involving a large animal (deer, dogs, etc.) number between one and 2 million. From these, $8 billion in costs such as property damage, 26,000 injuries, and approximately 200 human deaths occur. But you can’t sue a deer! What can you do? Note: Motor vehicle accidents caused by animals – either in the road or crossing the road – involve far more...

Debunking Myths About Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney

Mar 1, 2022

Hiring a personal injury attorney doesn’t have to be as confusing or daunting as it may first seem. In fact, a number of people would feel perfectly at ease hiring an attorney had their heads not already been filled with some of the most common myths regarding personal injury claims, the court cases that surround them, the lawyers, and more. It’s unfortunate because crucial knowledge of the importance of the legal procedures surrounding personal injury...

Basic Motor Vehicle Accident Legal Terms You Should Know

Mar 1, 2022

One of the most confusing and scary incidents that can occur is a car accident. Significant property damage, serious injuries, and more can be the result of a car accident. If only a dented fender and/or minor injuries are suffered, you might consider yourself lucky. Regardless, you may spend months or just a few weeks dealing with the consequences following a motor vehicle collision. Following a car accident, you’ll need to know some things: How...

My Personal Injury Lawyer Dropped My Case: Can I Hire A New One?

Mar 1, 2022

You’re pretty much putting your life and trust in someone else’s hands when you hire an attorney. So, it’s important they are someone in whom you can put your trust – 100%. You should immediately look into hiring a new attorney if you are unhappy with your current representative. On the other side of the coin, maybe you were in the middle of what you thought was going to be a successful personal injury case...

Commercial Truck Accidents: Company Vs. Driver Liability

Mar 1, 2022

In commercial truck accidents, who is going to be on the hook legally? Who’s going to be held liable/financially responsible – the business for which the driver works, or the driver of the truck? Before we answer that question, let’s check out some statistics from a couple of years ago. In the United States, in one year: Almost 160,000 individuals were involved in large truck-related crashes. In the same number of crashes, more than 5000...

Common Causes Of Motor Vehicle Collision In The Spring

Mar 1, 2022

During any time of the year, at any time of night or day, motor vehicle accidents can occur. Most drivers, with any experience, are well aware of wintertime inclement weather conditions that present the biggest risks. What some either don’t realize or may forget about is that another dangerous time of year for drivers is in spring. Car accidents that take place during springtime can be better anticipated if you understand their causes. Though there...

Reasons A Personal Injury Lawyer Is Not Accepting Your Case

Mar 1, 2022

Through no fault of your own, you’ve been injured. After a fender bender, your neck might hurt. While at the grocery store, you slipped on a wet floor. Now you want to know if you can receive some type of compensation for your injuries (and more). You call an attorney. Either they won’t hear you out or, once hearing your case, won’t agree to take it. What’s the story? You may have heard of a...

You’re Not Alone: Here’s Why It’s Worth Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney

Mar 1, 2022

Some people hesitate to contact an attorney, even if they’ve been involved in an accident or got hurt on someone’s property. Lots of questions can arise. Questions/comments like, “I don’t have to worry because my insurance will take care of everything – right?” or “Do I really need legal representation if I wasn’t injured?” Possibly the biggest question/comment of all being, “Attorneys are so expensive… aren’t they?” Here’s the thing: Hiring a personal injury attorney...