If you are a victim in an auto accident, you have the right to be adequately compensated for any damages caused by someone else’s act of negligence. The most common expenses resulting from collisions are related to property damages, medical bills, trauma, treatments, and the loss of work. If you’re not compensated appropriately, these expenses […]
The Dos and Don’ts of Filing an Insurance Claim
Serious losses can come from one automobile accident, including lost work, high medical bills, property damage, death, or life-long injuries. If you find that your insurance coverage is not being handled appropriately, or the insurer of the at-fault driver is refusing payment, you may need the help of a personal injury attorney. Personal injury attorneys […]
What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
As we travel into the depths of winter, increasingly dangerous weather will become more frequent. With these dangerous ice and snow conditions come the risk of more slip and fall injuries. These injuries can potentially lead to substantial medical expenses, time lost from work, or job loss. Property owners are responsible for keeping their premises […]
10 Actions You Need To Take After a Car Accident
Every year, more than six million car accidents occur. If you are in a car accident, litigation may emerge from this event as a result of an auto or personal injury. However, there are several steps you can take immediately after a car accident to do your part to maintain honest and direct communications afterward.
How to Drive Safely in Winter Weather Conditions
As the seasons change, new and seasoned drivers alike can be unprepared for the variety of winter weather conditions that come with the season. After months of summer, the snow and fog of winter may lead to unsafe driving. If you are prepared for the potentially dangerous weather conditions before they happen, you can take […]
What to Expect When You Go to Court for an Auto Accident
In the event of an auto collision, your insurance company and your personal injury lawyer will attempt to settle the case with any other drivers involved efficiently. However, sometimes, you may need to go to court. When that happens, it is best to know what to expect so that you are fully prepared. We outline […]
Why You Should Not Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Adjuster
Fairly quickly after you are injured in an auto accident, the insurance adjuster for the at-fault driver may try to contact you and may ask you to give a recorded statement to facilitate the claim process. Read on for the reasons why giving a recorded statement is not wise, and why you should contact an […]
Why Drivers Need Auto Liability Coverage
If you get into a car accident and are found at-fault for causing the accident, you may be deemed liable or responsible for the other driver’s damages. Your auto insurance plan has what is called “liability coverage,” which steps in and pays for the other party’s damages from an auto collision in which you are […]
How Underinsured and Uninsured Motorist Coverage Protects You
Typically after an auto collision, the at-fault driver is liable for any of your medical and auto repair costs. But what if that driver doesn’t have enough liability coverage or none at all? What if the driver takes off before you can even find out? Fortunately, insurance exists, which serves to protect you from irresponsible […]
Knowing Your Pedestrian Rights and Responsibilities
Life as a pedestrian can be scary, with aggressive and distracted drivers sometimes making safe passage through populated areas feel precarious. Whether you are walking to school, work, or just around your community, you have the right as a pedestrian to enjoy safe and available walking spaces. However, similar to when you are driving, you […]
