One traffic fatality happens every 50 minutes in the U.S. because of a drunk driver, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A blood alcohol content (BAC) above the legal driving limit of 0.08% can reduce your muscle coordination, impair vision, and reaction time, which are all important to have control of …
Slipping and falling without being pushed does not seem as though it should be considered a circumstance in which a person can be assigned fault. However, if the property owner failed to indicate that environmental hazards are present that may induce slipping and falling, then they may be held responsible for any accidents that occur. …
In 2019, there were 759 bicycle crashes in Milwaukee, according to the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT). While most of these crashes were not lethal, the majority caused injuries. Recovering from a bicycle accident can be difficult, especially when you have serious financial issues to handle while you are recovering physically. If you …
Losing a loved one is always a painful experience. If you lose a loved one to someone else’s negligence, however, it can feel as though the loss you face is insurmountable. While you grieve, know that you do have the option to take legal action against the party you believe to be liable for your …
Sometimes, commercial properties become scenes of accidents such as shootings, robberies, fights, or other types of incidents. To prevent this, business owners are legally obligated to keep the overall environment safe and secure for those who visit the premises. This means that there must be adequate security measures put in place to keep patrons safe. …
Thousands of accidents are caused by drunk drivers each year. A recent Ohio Highway Safety Office report states that drunk driving was responsible for 11,928 Ohio car accidents in 2017, nearly 300 of which were fatal. Drunk drivers were also responsible for more than 26% of all car accident fatalities that year. Those victims that …
If you live in Ohio, then you are required by law to have at least the state’s minimum liability insurance to legally drive on the road. Even so, the Insurance Information Institute (III) notes that nearly 13 percent of drivers on the road in Ohio are driving without the protection they need to keep themselves …
When a driver hits another car, cyclist, or pedestrian, they should stop immediately. If possible, they should render reasonable assistance to injured parties, including stopping bleeding, giving CPR, or calling an ambulance. Even if no injuries occurred, drivers should exchange names, contact information, and insurance details with the other involved parties. When a driver fails …
Hit and runs are dangerous and can leave an injured party without help, and they sometimes result in death. It is Kentucky’s law that law enforcement must be notified or both parties must exchange information before leaving the scene of an accident, according to KRS § 189.580. If you have been involved in a hit …
Drunk driving accidents are typically serious incidents that may involve medical bills, job loss, and other financial struggles for which you were unprepared. The first step in getting the compensation you need to cover your losses is to determine the best course of legal action available to you. To do so, you might want to …
Rear-end collisions are common in Louisville and throughout the United States. In fact, the Washington Post reports that this is the most common form of motor vehicle collision. If your vehicle was struck from behind while you were driving, you could be entitled to a monetary award from the other driver or their insurance company. …
If you were hurt in an accident caused by an aggressive driver, you are the victim of vast injustice. You may be entitled to an award, and there may be a way to hold the aggressive driver accountable. Aggressive drivers are dangerous and deserve no place on our roads. No victim should suffer at the …
If a distracted driver caused your St. Paul traffic accident, and you suffered serious injuries, you may be eligible to recover a settlement or financial award for your losses and expenses. A St. Paul distracted driving accident lawyer from Ben Crump Law, PLLC may help you prove the driver’s negligent actions caused your injuries and …
If you have been in a slip and fall accident, you are not alone. They frequently happen to people. Slips and falls are common, and they describe when a person slips, loses their balance, and falls on a surface. At least 1 in every 4 U.S. seniors older than age 65 will suffer a fall, …
Whiplash is a kind of neck injury often associated with car accidents. It happens when a strong impact makes your head jerk back and forth with a sudden force, straining the muscles and tendons in your neck. While you can typically recover from whiplash after a few weeks with proper treatment, it is also possible …
In Tampa, Florida, and virtually everywhere else in the U.S., it is unlawful to flee the scene of an accident you were involved in. According to Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), if someone hits your vehicle, they must leave their information and file a police report; otherwise, they are committing a hit and …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that vehicle accidents cause about $75 billion in damages and losses every year in the form of lost productivity, lost wages and income, property damage, medical treatment costs, and insurance administration expenses. If you suffered injuries in a car accident, you may be able to seek …
Ridesharing is a common way for people to travel for business and social activities alike. The number of ridesharing companies continues to increase throughout the United States, and established ridesharing companies such as Uber and Lyft continue to gain popularity. Unfortunately, accidents can occur in ridesharing vehicles the same way they could in any other …
Getting into a rollover accident can be life-changing since they are very dangerous and usually cause a lot of damage. Your car will need expensive repairs, or you will need to replace it. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there is also a significant chance you will need serious medical care. If …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 2.5 million people in the U.S. are in car accidents every year. A number of those accidents are hit and run accidents. Hit and run accidents happen when there is a car accident and one of the people involved leaves the scene without …
