After a car accident, you will need to negotiate with the other driver’s insurance company to recover compensation. This will involve building your case and discussing terms with the provider. To collect evidence of your injuries, insurance providers often ask for a statement. They may ask for you to give your statement in writing, or ask to record your statement…
To determine how car accident injury victims are compensated, state laws either follow “at fault” or “no fault” principles. In at-fault states, a person who was hurt in a vehicle collision must prove that another driver was responsible in order to recover benefits from the other driver’s insurance company. In no-fault states, every driver’s own insurance policy covers them alone,…
After being injured in an accident, you must prepare for the draining, complicated, and drawn-out process known as a deposition. During a deposition, you will provide a sworn testimony to fight for the compensation you deserve. Even if you are wholeheartedly confident in the details of your case, giving a deposition can be an extremely intimidating and stressful experience. Not…
Staying safe by the road is about more than just abiding by traffic laws. Pedestrian accidents kill nearly 6,000 people each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which totals to about one death every 90 minutes. Walking, running, or biking near any roadway can be dangerous, but by observing pedestrian safety guidelines, you can significantly decrease…
Although cell phones have become an important part of our lives, we can’t seem to put them down while we’re on the road. Distracted driving has become one of the most common causes of car accidents in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), at least nine people are killed and over 1,000 are…
Although many people believe the cold winter months are associated with dangerous driving conditions, summer presents its own set of risks. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports the months between July and September experience the highest number of car accident fatalities—with August being one of the most dangerous months to be on the road. The following…
Understanding what to do in the aftermath of a car accident can help ensure the process of filing a personal injury claim goes more smoothly. Neglecting some of these crucial steps can create some obstacles for you in the future, jeopardizing your chances of obtaining the compensation you deserve. Try to remain calm and keep the following steps in mind…
Motorcycles are iconic modes of transportation that give riders joy and allow them to feel a sense of freedom that the confines of a car cannot provide. Unfortunately, it is this very feature that also makes motorcycles inherently less safe than other vehicles. In fact, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely than passenger car occupants to die in a crash…
Motor vehicles are equipped with some pretty incredible safety features nowadays, but despite these advances in technology, there is still no substitute for wearing a seat belt. Moreover, not wearing a seat belt is a violation that drivers can be ticketed for across the United States. In New York, not wearing a seat belt is a primary offense, which means…
No two personal injury claims are alike and, therefore, the length of each case will differ. Depending on the nature of the accident that caused your injuries and the severity of them, a case can either resolve quickly or have a lengthy run. Additionally, if you are willing to accept a settlement offer, your personal injury claim can reach a…