Slip and Fall Liability in Parking Lot Accidents

When you experience a slip and fall accident in a parking lot, understanding your legal rights is crucial. Parking lots can be hazardous due to various factors like poor maintenance, inadequate lighting, or weather conditions leading to slippery surfaces. Here, we explore how to determine liability and take the necessary steps towards securing compensation. Identifying the...

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What Happens When You’re Injured as a Passenger in a Motor Vehicle Accident?

Being hurt in a motor vehicle accident can leave you overwhelmed and wondering how you will pay for your medical bills and other expenses. If you’re injured as a passenger, It can be challenging to figure out who may be responsible for damages. A car accident lawyer can evaluate your case, determine who may be at fault, and identify all possible sources of compensation....

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Documents Needed for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit

  Proper documentation and evidence are critical in any personal injury claim. Being prepared before filing your claim can help make the process less stressful, but it can be confusing to know what is required to prove your claim. These are some examples of documents you may need to help your accident injury lawyer get started on your case. Reports from Police...

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How to Determine If You Have a Wrongful Death Claim

  Regardless of how it happens, losing a loved one is never easy. When someone is responsible for another person’s death, certain family members or a deceased person’s estate may be able to bring a wrongful death claim against them. But how do you know whether you have a viable claim? The best personal injury lawyers know which specific factors to consider when determining...

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Bicycle Accident Claim Compensation – How a Personal Injury Attorney Can Help

 Did you know more than 45,000 bicyclists are injured or killed each year by collisions with motorcycles? Riding a bicycle can be great for your health and is a cost-effective option to get around. As bicyclists often share the road with motorcyclists, there is a potential for serious accidents and injuries. Unlike the occupants of other vehicles, bicyclists do not have...

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How to Recover Compensation When a Hit and Run Driver Cannot Be Found

  Although leaving the scene of an accident is a crime in most jurisdictions, hit and run crashes are all too common. According to research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, since 2006 there has been an average of 682,000 hit and run accidents in the United States each year. Sometimes negligent motorists can be found, but what happens if you are the victim...

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Claiming Damages When Someone Else is Responsible for an Accident

 After a motor vehicle accident, you may feel overwhelmed and wonder how you will cover your medical bills, lost time from work, and other expenses. If someone else was responsible for your injures and losses, you may be able to recover compensation for damages. A car accident lawyer can help you sort it all out and determine your options for claiming damages after a...

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When Do You Need to Hire a Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer?

Motor vehicle accidents are a common occurrence. If the accident you are involved in is minor (a so-called “fender bender”) and no person is injured, you can likely handle filing the insurance claims yourself. However, a more serious accident can have far-reaching effects on your health, career and entire household. If you or another person is injured, there is potential...

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Car Accidents Involving 18-Wheelers and Commercial Vehicles: What To Do

Because of the sheer size of 18-wheelers (as much as 80,0000 lbs.) and other commercial vehicles, accidents involving these vehicles often result in serious injuries or death. These accidents are less likely to occur on back roads, at night or on weekends. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, many crashes of these kinds occur on interstate highways,...

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