Hit by a Repeat Offender? What It Means for Your Car Accident Claim
If you believe the driver who caused the collision has a history of dangerous driving, don’t assume the insurance company will uncover or properly consider that information. An experienced personal injury attorney can investigate every aspect of the collision, gather the evidence needed to build a strong case, and fight for the fair compensation you deserve.
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Understanding Your Legal Rights After a Collision Caused by a Senior Driver
If you or a loved one was involved in a collision caused by a senior driver, you may be feeling unsure about pursuing an injury claim out of sympathy for the driver. An experienced car accident attorney can review your case and explain your legal rights.
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What To Know About Injury Claims for a Work Zone Accident
What is a Work Zone Collision?
Work zone crashes are collisions that take place within the boundaries of a work zone or while approaching or exiting a work zone due to actions related to traffic moving through a work zone. Work zones can be dangerous because traffic patterns change quickly and often without much warning. Drivers may face narrowed lanes, sudden stops, reduced speed limits, and workers close to moving vehicles. Pedestrians are also at risk due to limited walkways, poor visibility, and moving construction equipment. Distracted driving, speeding, and confusion about lane shifts are some of the most common causes of crashes in these areas.
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. What To Do If You Are Hit by a Distracted Driver.
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Spring Increases Risk of Car Accidents in the Rain
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What to Know About a Car Accident Claim Against a Drunk Driver
However, even with clear evidence of intoxication, cases involving drunk drivers can be complex and contested. Injury lawyers who have experience handling personal injury claims against drunk drivers know how to gather evidence to build a favorable case. If you or a loved one was injured in a collision involving a drunk driver, hiring an experienced local car accident attorney can greatly improve your odds of receiving a full and fair settlement.
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What is a Fair Settlement for a Back Injury from a Car Accident?
Back injuries are common in car accidents. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries, accounting for 38% of all cases in the United States. Damage to the spinal cord is the most serious type of back injury as it can result in loss of function, mobility, and feeling. Other back injuries, including spinal stenosis, pinched nerves, and ruptured or herniated disks, strains, and damage to intervertebral discs are not as debilitating but can still result in tremendous issues. Considering the pain and suffering, medical expenses, disability, and lost wages that can be caused by back injuries, those who are injured may wonder: what is a fair settlement for a back injury from a car accident?
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How to Secure a Settlement for Non-Visible Car Accident Injuries
There are many common types of car accident injuries ranging from severe to mild. Within this spectrum, there are visible injuries such as burns, cuts, and broken bones as well as non-visible injuries such as whiplash, traumatic brain injury, and internal bleeding. Regardless of whether an injury is visible or not, it is up to the injured person to file an accident claim and prove that their injuries were caused by the accident.
Non-visible car accident injuries can be harder to prove than visible injuries, which makes it even more important to speak with an experienced, local car accident attorney who can help you navigate the complexities of your case and negotiate a full and fair settlement on your behalf.