A slip and fall can cause devastating injuries ranging from soft tissue damage to broken bones and brain trauma. The medical bills and lost income can add up to a small fortune, but if your fall was caused by the negligence of another person, you may be entitled to compensation for all resulting damages. There are many parties who might be liable for a slip and fall at an apartment complex. Depending on the facts surrounding the accident, you may have grounds for a claim against the landlord, … [Read more...]
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What If My Car Accident Injuries Didn’t Show Symptoms Right Away?
Some of the most common car accident injuries don’t show symptoms right away. Whiplash, soft tissue damage, and even brain trauma might not be immediately apparent to the victim. If you were hurt in a collision but your symptoms were latent, you may still be able to recover compensation for healthcare expenses, lost income, and other damages; however, it is critical that you visit a doctor as soon as possible to document your injuries. You should also speak to a personal injury attorney about … [Read more...]
4 FAQs About Distracted Driving Car Accident Claims
After a serious car accident, it’s only natural to feel anxious, depressed, and even frustrated. This is especially true if the at-fault driver was engaging in blatantly reckless and irresponsible behavior such as texting, putting on makeup, or eating behind the wheel. If you were hurt in a collision with a distracted driver, you may be entitled to compensation. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to prove that a driver was distracted. And even if you have sufficient evidence of liability, the … [Read more...]
Can I File an Injury Claim If I Wasn’t Wearing a Seat Belt?
It’s no secret that wearing a seat belt can greatly reduce the risk of injuries in the event of an accident. But at some point, most drivers hit the road without buckling up. If you were hurt in a collision but you weren’t strapped in, you might be wondering how this fact might affect your car insurance claim. In many states, the “seat belt defense” is commonly used by insurance companies and personal injury defendants to reduce their liability. Even if the injured party played no role in … [Read more...]
3 FAQs About Car Accidents Involving Shared Liability
Some car accident claims are fairly straightforward because the injuries are minor and everyone agrees on the relevant facts. But in other cases, such as those involving shared liability, it is not uncommon for disputes to arise that complicate and delay the proceedings. In this blog, we’ll answer three FAQs about car accident claims involving shared liability. If you were injured in a crash and you foresee a liability dispute, it is important that you contact an attorney as soon as possible. … [Read more...]
Therapy for Car Accident Injuries: 3 Types Explained
A serious car accident can injure just about any part of your body. The types of therapy you might require will depend on the specific injuries you suffered, their severity, your age and medical history, and a variety of other factors. In this blog, we’ll discuss a few common kinds of therapy that are often beneficial to car accident victims. We’ll also provide some general tips that may speed up your recovery time. 3 Common Types of Therapy for Car Accident Victims It’s easy to focus only on … [Read more...]
8 California Bicycle Riding Regulations You Should Know
With beautiful landscapes, an eco-friendly culture, and thousands of miles of scenic trails, California is home to some of the most enthusiastic bicyclists in the entire country. But with more riders on the road comes a higher accident rate. In fact, California had more cyclist fatalities in 2016 than any other state. To curb this statistic and keep riders safe, state legislators have enacted laws aimed at preventing cyclists from putting themselves and other people at risk. Below are eight … [Read more...]
Motor-Vehicle Driver Responsibilities & Personal Injury Liability
All motorists have a duty to avoid behaviors that would threaten the safety of other people. Yet every day, millions of drivers breach this duty by speeding, texting behind the wheel, and engaging in other negligent misconduct. If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a crash that another driver caused, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for insurance companies to dispute liability and attempt to pay claimants less than what they deserve. … [Read more...]
Treatments for Spinal Cord Injuries After Accident Trauma
Although treatments for spinal injuries have advanced tremendously over recent years, there is at present no way to reverse damage to the spinal cord. Fortunately, patients have several options when it comes to promoting nerve cell regeneration, improving nerve function, preventing further injury, and enhancing independence and quality of life. Below is a brief overview of spinal cord injury (SCI) treatments that may be administered after accident trauma: At the Scene of the … [Read more...]
Umbrella Coverage: A Potential Source of Recovery in Tort Claims
Recovering a fair settlement after a serious injury or wrongful death is a tricky process that may involve several insurance policies. Ideally, the person or entity that caused your injury or loss will have liability insurance that covers such scenarios, whether it was a car accident, slip and fall, product defect, etc. In addition to auto, home, and renter’s insurance, some defendants have umbrella coverage. This is extra liability insurance that will kick in if the policyholder is held … [Read more...]
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