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What to Do After a Car Accident That Was Not Your Fault

Have You Suffered Injuries in a Car Accident Due to Another Driver’s Negligence? Unfortunately, car accidents are a common occurrence in today’s society. On average, there are 15,000 car accidents every day in the U.S. Some of these accidents are minor, but many are catastrophic, and sadly, over 100 people die in car accidents daily. […]

Posted in: Car Accidents

What if am I partly to blame for my pedestrian accident? The human body is no match for a motorized vehicle of any size or shape. Vehicles are much larger and have the potential to cause much damage. Getting behind the wheel of a car requires practice, skill, and responsibility. These are just some of […]


What does liability insurance cover if you’re not at fault? If one driver causes a car accident that leads to damages and losses for another driver or passenger, they are legally liable for those damages. They must replace what they damaged and fix the harm they caused the accident victims. Typically, most drivers have liability […]

Posted in: Car Accidents

February 25, 2023

What Can You Sue for a Personal Injury Case?

By Dave Abels

Suffering an injury can come with many unexpected expenses and severe pain. If you suffered an injury at the hands of someone else, you might wonder what you can sue for in a personal injury case? Injured victims should always know that they have legal rights and options. The best way for them to learn […]

Posted in: Personal Injury

February 23, 2023

How Will My Spinal Cord Injury Affect My Future?

By Dave Abels

How will my spinal cord injury affect my future? Some argue that no injury is quite as substantial as a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries can arise from many types of incidents, like car crashes or falls. Unlike many other personal injuries, spinal cord injuries are likely to last the rest of the victim’s […]


February 20, 2023

How Can a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Help You?

By Dave Abels

Motorcycles are a popular hobby and a reliable transportation mode throughout the U.S. However, safety is a substantial concern for motorcyclists. Reach out to a motorcycle accident lawyer. Although motorcycles only account for three percent of all registered vehicles in the U.S. and 0.6 percent of all vehicle miles traveled in the United States, in a […]


February 15, 2023

Are Motorcycles Worth the Risk?

By Dave Abels

Are motorcycles worth the risk? Motorcycle riders enjoy the freedom of the open road and the outdoors. Still, there’s no denying that they also face real risks when riding their bikes. Whether or not motorcycles are worth the risk is a decision the individual makes. Getting into any vehicle and driving down the road is […]


How much compensation can you get for a pedestrian accident? Since pedestrians lack safety gear such as seatbelts, helmets, or airbags to protect them, they are much more vulnerable than drivers inside vehicles or even motorcyclists. Pedestrians can suffer severe injuries, which come with extremely high price tags. From lost wages to medical bills, these […]


How long does it take a personal injury case to settle? Accidents and various incidents occur daily, giving rise to personal injury claims. When someone acts negligently, and their carelessness causes injury to someone else, that person sustains a personal injury. In general, personal injuries are those arising through another person’s negligence. These claims often […]

Posted in: Personal Injury

February 2, 2023

Do Insurance Companies Pay for Pain and Suffering?

By Rankings io

Do insurance companies pay for paint and suffering? After suffering an injury that was the result of the negligent actions or inactions of another person or party, you have legal rights. You have the right to seek legal help from an experienced personal injury attorney. You also have the right to seek compensation, which your […]

Posted in: Personal Injury

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