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 …
According to the New York State Department of Health, abuse in nursing homes is becoming a more common problem that needs to be addressed. The state government is investigating to try to determine the cause of the abuse and why it is becoming such a widespread problem. Nursing home abuse can include a wide variety …
A New York bicycle accident lawyer from Ben Crump Law, PLLC may be able to secure a financial award for you based on the facts of your bicycle accident case. If a motorist hit you while you were riding your bicycle, the evidence may exist to build a strong case against them. This would allow …
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Unfortunately, such incidents are even more common in densely populated areas like Los Angeles. If you or a loved one suffered injuries from a head-on collision, a Los Angeles head-on collisions lawyer at Ben Crump Law, PLLC may be able to …
From individuals and families to rideshare providers, buses, and commercial truckers, Los Angeles roadways are consistently buzzing with traffic as residents and visitors hustle to get from point A to point B. To keep everyone safe, the state of California has traffic laws requiring everyone to behave responsibly. The majority of people obey the rules …
You cannot control the behavior of other drivers on the road. Every time you get behind the wheel or walk across a busy street, you risk encountering a driver who has chosen, while intoxicated, to travel to another destination. While the dangers of drinking and driving have long been emphasized by governmental bodies on the …
Traffic laws exist to protect drivers and reduce the risk of property damage, injuries, or death. But accidents inevitably occur, particularly in densely populated cities like Sacramento. Such incidents can be traumatic, whether you are involved as a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or property owner. Regardless of whether the incident is a result of negligence, recklessness, …
Car accidents can be traumatic and trying to figure out what to do after an accident can be stressful and daunting. You may be healing from injuries, suffering from the loss of your vehicle, and wondering how to recover both physically and financially. If your accident was caused by a drunk driver, they should be …
Few things can compare to the emotional impact of losing a loved one. What can make it harder for surviving family members to carry on, however, is when another’s negligence or misconduct leads to the loss. Apart from the emotional trauma you may experience, it can be stressful dealing with other pressing issues such as …
If you or a family member suffered as the victim of someone else’s negligence, you have options. You have a right to seek legal representation, and you may receive fair compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. You should not have to pay out of pocket for injuries you suffered at no fault of your own. …
