A Houston jury awarded 13 million dollars to the family of Charles Payne Sr who was killed when a Houston police officer struck his vehicle while driving at nearly twice the speed limit without lights or sirens. The lawsuit showed that departmental practices allowed dangerous driving that placed community members in harm’s way. The verdict provides accountability and meaningful compensation for Mr. Payne’s widow and seven children.
$13 million
Car Accidents FAQ:
Car crash injuries range in severity from mild abrasions and burns to amputations and decapitations. The actual injuries you experience depend on the nature of the accident, whether you and your
Both parties may share fault in a car wreck. In these situations, the laws of the state in which the traffic accident occurred determine how insurance adjusters assign liability. In some states,
Insurance company adjusters determine fault in an auto accident after reviewing the police report and other evidence. They may also ask you and the other driver questions about the collision to try to
Any number of parties may share fault in a T-bone accident under the principle of comparative fault. These parties may include either driver in the crash, the vehicle manufacturer, or another driver
