Even though drunk driving is illegal and dangerous, people still get behind the wheel while intoxicated, often with devastating consequences. A collision caused by a drunk driver may lead to life-threatening injuries and even death for a driver and passengers in another vehicle and for pedestrians. If you were hurt by a drunk driver, you …
If your loved one’s death was the result of another’s negligence or malice, you might be overwhelmed with the injustice of the situation. However, you might be able to file a lawsuit for wrongful death and fight back against the negligent actor who is responsible. With a Bakersfield wrongful death lawyer who is not afraid …
If you have been injured in an accident with an aggressive driver, you deserve justice. Ben Crump Law, PLLC, wants you to know that you have rights. You are guaranteed the right to live free from the negligent harm of others. When people disregard laws put in place to protect others, they violate others’ rights …
If the other driver in a car accident is uninsured, you may still recover damages for your injuries. It is often more challenging to pursue damages from an uninsured driver. You are invited to learn how an El Paso uninsured car accident lawyer can protect your rights and help you recover damages for medical bills, …
To stay safe on the road, a driver must avoid distractions that could increase their risk of an accident. Like most U.S. states, Nevada has set penalties for distracted driving; however, the issue persists despite the penalties, as outlined by the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you are a victim of a distracted …
There are a number of bad outcomes that are possible with a side-impact collision. Vehicles involved in these accidents typically suffer substantial damage and, in some cases, roll over. These accidents frequently result in devastating or fatal consequences for drivers and passengers alike. Side-impact crashes are more dangerous than most typical collisions due to the …
Rollover accidents can be a devastating form of automobile accidents. These crashes involve a vehicle losing control and rolling over. Given the limited amount of protection offered by the roof of a car, these accidents often have fatal consequences. Motorists that survive a rollover crash may face a long road to recovery. The prospect of …
The stress and fear that come with a serious vehicle collision are enough on their own. However, this stress is often amplified when the accident occurs during a high-speed police chase. Many of the injuries in these accidents are severe, and some are even fatal. Although the police have a duty to protect the public, …
People should be held accountable for negligence, including those in law enforcement. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC, to see how an El Paso accidents caused by police chase lawyer can help. El Paso Accidents Caused by Police Chase Lawyer As a U.S. city on the United States-Mexico border, El Paso, Texas, sees some of the …
As the older population in the U.S. steadily grows, more older adults are entering nursing homes for care in their senior years. Unfortunately, conditions at some nursing homes make it challenging for their residents to receive the level of care they need to stay healthy. Some nursing home residents are also encountering elder abuse and …
Truck accidents are a dangerous and prominent problem on Wisconsin’s roadways. According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT), there were more than 8,000 large truck accidents in Wisconsin in 2019. Unfortunately, truck accidents can be particularly damaging when it comes to victims’ finances and health. If you experienced an accident that involved a large …
Injuries happen every day and contribute to a large number of hospital visits. While injuries can lead to unexpected hardships and expenses, you can recover with the right care and assistance. However, many injury victims do not have the funds saved to handle recovery expenses. Fortunately, you can get help with your expenses from the …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Tennessee had more than 1,100 car accident deaths in 2018. Of the many accidents every year, whiplash develops in a large number of them. Whiplash is a condition that can develop after a serious head or neck trauma. The muscles in your neck are injured, …
You may take multiple precautions behind the wheel while on the roads in northern California, driving defensively at all times. While this style of driving can help you avoid being involved in accidents, it does not always leave you protected from the possibility of a crash. If another driver is driving recklessly on the roads, …
Head-on collisions tend to be more catastrophic than other automotive accidents due to a passenger’s vulnerability to the impact zone. It does not help that Douglas County has the highest crash rate in Nebraska, meaning motorists should drive in Omaha with a bit more care. According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation (DOT), there were …
Driving drunk is a reckless and dangerous decision that puts others in harm’s way. There is never any reason for an intoxicated person to get behind the wheel. Drunk drivers hurt innocent people. Fatal drunk driving accidents take family members from their loved ones. Driving under the influence is a selfish decision that can destroy …
The injuries from a bus accident can change your life—whether temporarily or indefinitely. In either case, the medical expenses and lost income from days missed at work can present overwhelming financial challenges. If you suffered injuries in a bus accident—whether the accident involved a transit, city, or school bus—you should not have to endure financial …
With little structural protection, a bicyclist involved in a collision with a motor vehicle stands the risk of suffering severe injuries. These injuries come with hefty medical expenses. Missing time at work to receive treatment and recover further deepens the victim’s financial trouble. If you experienced a bicycle accident, and another driver or entity caused …
Rear-end collisions are a common type of car accident in which the driver of one vehicle hits the vehicle directly in front of it. If others are injured as a result of this type of crash, they may have a claim for compensation against the responsible driver and any other potentially liable parties. Hiring a …
Police chase car accidents can leave individuals severely hurt, leaving them to recover from catastrophic injuries and trauma. In some cases, these accidents even may be fatal. Victims can pursue compensation for their losses from the responsible parties, including the government body that operates the law enforcement agency involved in the accident, where appropriate. Contacting …
