22 December

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Uninsured or Underinsured: What to Do After a Car Accident

When you’re involved in a car accident, it can be a very stressful occurrence. This scary moment can intensify when the driver responsible for your damages lacks car insurance. Although many states have regulations that require proper insurance, many drivers remain uninsured or underinsured. This can leave victims dealing with the heavy financial toll that a personal injury can cause. A personal injury lawyer in your community can help you understand what to do if involved in an accident. Read on for what steps to take next. Post-Accident Steps Even if you have no visible injuries, avoid leaving the accident scene without notifying the police....

22 February

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6 Ways Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer Can Benefit You

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Car accidents can leave you with severe injuries and financial losses. However, you can seek compensation for the damages suffered. You should hire a car accident lawyer to ensure you receive the deserved damages. Here are the benefits of hiring a car accident lawyer. #1 – Help You Understand Your Legal Rights and Options Knowing your legal rights and options can be challenging when you get involved in a car accident. A car accident lawyer can help you understand the legal process and what you can expect. They can also advise you on the best course of action to take based on the specific...

24 November

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Here’s What To Do If You’ve Been In An Accident

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in Accidents, Car Accidents, Construction Workers', Cyclists, Injuries, Insurance, Medical Malpractice, Pedestrians, Premises Liability, Slip and Fall

If you've been in an accident, the first thing you should do is remain calm. Accidents can be frightening, and it’s easy to become overwhelmed. But it’s important to take a few deep breaths and gather your thoughts before taking any action. In this blog post, we will outline what you should do after being involved in an accident. Assess the situation first The first step is to assess the situation. If you are able, check to see if anyone has been injured. If there are injuries, call 911 immediately. Even if the injuries seem minor, it’s always best to err on the...

25 August

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6 Things You Need To Know About Personal Injury Cases

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in Accidents, Car Accidents, Injuries

If you've been injured in an accident, you may be wondering what your next step should be. Personal injury cases can be complex, and it's important to understand the process before you take any action. This article will discuss six things that you need to know about personal injury cases. It will also provide some advice on how to get started if you decide to pursue a claim. You have to establish negligence One of the primary things that you need to prove in a personal injury case is negligence. This means that you will need to show that the other party...

24 January

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GLOBAL ROAD ACCIDENT STATISTICS

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in Accidents, Car Accidents, Cyclists, Injuries, Pedestrians, Truck Accidents

The Reality Behind The Statistics Of Road Accidents Looking at the statistics of global road accidents is very sobering. For instance, a staggering 1.3 million people die every year around the world as a result of road traffic accidents. According to the World Health Organization, 93% of global road accidents occur in low and middle-income countries. That is partly because they do not have the right infrastructures in place, but even in high-income countries, millions of road accidents occur every year. Here are some other interesting statistics about road accidents around the world, according to the WHO: Injuries from road accidents are the leading cause...

24 December

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HOW TO COLLECT EVIDENCE AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT

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in Accidents, Car Accidents

It only takes a moment for your life to change when you are involved in a car accident. If you are lucky, you won’t suffer any catastrophic injuries, but that doesn’t mean that you won’t need time to heal and money to repair your vehicle. If you end up missing time at work due to your injury and suffer financial losses, you may want to file a lawsuit. Dealing with the legal system can be challenging. It’s best to get the advice of a personal injury expert to help with your case. One of the most important aspects of a successful personal injury lawsuit...

20 July

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DUI CONVICTIONS ARE MORE SEVERE THAN MOST PEOPLE THINK

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in Accidents, Car Accidents

Drunk driving has been an inflammatory issue for decades. Many people have lost their lives in DUI-related driving accidents, but there seem to be few that fully understand the consequences of a DUI conviction. There are about 10,000 DUI-related deaths yearly in the United States. This suggests that there is still a significant number of people who aren’t aware of the long-term effects of a DUI conviction. If more people were aware of how much trouble a DUI conviction would get them into, perhaps they would think twice before driving while intoxicated. CRIMINALITY The immediate legal effect arising from a DUI conviction is that the...

19 April

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Does ‘Alleviation’ Alleviate Insurance Carrier Fears?

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in Accidents, Car Accidents

Carriers, providers, and legal practitioners, alike, hoped the court would provide clarity on a carrier’s obligations once a policy becomes exhausted, but the recent decision did not squarely address that issue. Thus, albeit not articulated, the Second Department makes clear that proof of policy exhaustion, alone, is insufficient to dismiss a personal injury protection (PIP) lawsuit. That is, it is still necessary to scrutinize the timeliness and propriety of a denial. The logical conclusion is that a claim will be awarded if the denial or defense is not sustained regardless of policy exhaustion. Pursuant to New York state no-fault law, an automobile...

05 March

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Being Prepared to Meet Your Attorney After a Motor Vehicle Accident

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in Accidents, Car Accidents

Driving a car carries with it many responsibilities, such as obeying traffic laws and obtaining insurance. So what sort of things is your attorney going to be interested in knowing, and what documents might he or she be interested in reviewing? The following is a checklist of items you might want to think about, and prepare for, before meeting your attorney for the first time. Accident Information: Are you prepared to explain the details of the accident? Yes or No? What day did the accident occur? What time of day did the accident occur? What was the exact location of accident? What was the weather like? What was the roadway...