Property owners must take steps to protect their premises from criminals. However, you may still find yourself in an establishment with security lapses, putting your safety at risk. You could lose valuables, suffer injuries, or even lose a loved one. If you become a crime victim on someone’s property in Long Beach, you could sue …
In California, aggressive driving is both dangerous and illegal. If an aggressive driver caused your car accident, you may be entitled to compensation. You should not have to pay for another person’s reckless behavior or wrongdoing. A Long Beach aggressive driving accident lawyer can help you seek compensation for the costs of your accident and …
There are many things that can distract us while at the wheel. In today’s busy life, it can be so tempting to return a text, take a phone call, or grab a bite to eat as we drive from one destination to another. But, these simple actions could cause an accident that forever changes someone’s …
Rollover accidents happen when a vehicle flips over because it was either struck too hard or it encountered unfavorable driving conditions. As a result, the vehicle is likely to have a lot of damage. Vehicles are not designed to be able to roll over without taking significant damage. For accident victims, this usually means a …
Everyone has a right to a reasonable expectation of safety and security, whether they are on their own property or someone else’s. If you or your loved one suffered an assault, rape, robbery, or another type of injury because a property owner failed to enact proper security measures in San Diego, that property owner could …
If you were in an accident with an uninsured motorist, you are probably wondering where to turn to for help with your medical bills and other expenses. Obviously, filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company is not an option. These types of car accident cases can be complicated, but a Las Vegas uninsured …
With a city as exciting and lively as Las Vegas, there are bound to be drunk driving crashes that involve severe injuries and property damage. Unfortunately, what could have been preventable car accidents sometimes end up becoming fatal incidents. Despite strict laws and constant reminders regarding the safe and responsible operation of vehicles, there are …
You can sue your neighbor if you slip and fall on their property if it happened because of their negligence or carelessness. Property owners have a responsibility to keep the spaces that they invite people to free and clear of hazards. If they violate this responsibility, you are legally entitled to seek compensation for your …
While you grieve the loss of your loved one, you might also have anger and resentment if you believe their death was preventable. If your loved one was the breadwinner in your family, their death could leave you in financial hardship. Of course, all the money in the world could never replace your loved one. …
Drivers must be careful to ensure that they are yielding the right of way to other drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians. This seemingly mundane task, while commonplace, causes enormous damage when it is absent from a driver’s performance on the roads. Severe personal injuries, property damage, and wrongful death are all possible when a driver fails …
After a loved one dies in an accident, it can leave the surviving family members with a feeling of helplessness. Not only are you facing a future without the companionship of your loved one, but you may have medical bills, burial costs, and a loss of income that will affect your family for years to …
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), car passengers generally receive the most severe impacts from truck accidents. Because of their difference in size and weight, trucks often take less damage than cars, and car drivers face a greater risk. Each year, many truck-related accidents leave victims with extensive medical expenses, property damage …
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the overall number of fatal motorcycle accidents is dropping. However, there is still a high chance of being seriously injured in one. Motorcycles are inherently less safe than other vehicles because they provide less protection and they are harder to see while driving. Still, that does …
Wrongful death lawsuits are filed when someone dies because of the actions of another person. An example of this would be a loved one dying in a car accident caused by another driver, although there are many situations where wrongful death can occur. As a family member of the deceased, you may be able to …
According to the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), aggressive driving is defined as when a driver commits a combination of traffic violations that put other people at risk, such as speeding, following too closely, or failing to obey traffic signals. This type of driving can cause serious accidents. In fact, reducing aggressive driving is included …
When frustration, anger, and aggression are taken out on the road, the consequences can be disastrous. As construction and traffic volumes increase in Columbus and the surrounding areas, aggressive driving is seeing a similar upward shift. The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported increases in deaths associated with avoidable car accidents in 2016, and deaths …
Rollover car accidents happen rarely—but when they do, they are much more likely to result in serious injuries and fatalities than other types of accidents. According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), only 2.1% of passenger vehicle crashes involve rollovers, but these accidents account for nearly 35% of all fatal crashes. If you …
A head-on collision (when two vehicles traveling in opposite directions strike each other front to front) is among the deadliest of all motor vehicle accidents. If a reckless driver caused you or a loved one an injury in a head-on collision, you may be entitled to compensation. Texas has liability and negligence laws that allow …
In today’s world, traveling by car is the most common mode of transportation. Ridesharing services such as Lyft and Uber make catching a ride to where you need to go easier than ever. However, they can also make a car accident more complicated than usual. If you or your loved one were injured in a …
Jacksonville has one of Florida’s highest crime rates, making it necessary for business establishments to protect their visitors against unlawful acts. Sometimes, however, a Jacksonville business can become negligent with their security measures, causing you serious injury, loss of valuables, or even the death of a loved one. Ben Crump Law, PLLC can help you …
