All drivers owe other motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists a duty of care. This means they are required to exercise caution so they can prevent accidents. Drivers should always follow traffic laws, including those related to the right-of-way. A driver who fails to yield when required to do so can cause a collision with another vehicle. …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has grim news to report about drunk driving. Every day, 29 people in the United States die in accidents that involve an alcohol-impaired driver. Drunk drivers are a danger to other motorists, passengers, and pedestrians. A person who is under the influence of alcohol may travel well …
Driving is a complex action that requires focus and concentration. A driver must pay attention to other vehicles, signs, and signals while staying on the lookout for hazards, such as a disabled vehicle, a slick road, or an animal about to dart in front of traffic. A distracted driver can be a danger to everyone …
According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), aggressive driving plays a role in over half of all fatal crashes. If you were involved in an accident that was caused by an aggressive driver, you may have experienced severe and possibly life-threatening injuries, including a concussion, whiplash, broken bones, lost limbs, or paralysis. You may have …
Commercial and private property owners owe a duty of care to site visitors. This duty includes providing adequate lighting, security cameras, property maintenance, and working locks. If an injury or death occurs to you or your family member because of negligent security, you can file a claim or civil lawsuit for compensation related to your …
Car accidents can forever change your life, leaving you and your loved ones struggling to recover physically, emotionally, and financially. If you or a loved one has been involved in a rollover accident possibly caused by a third party, you could have legal options available during this difficult time. Some victims can recover compensation by …
Being in a car accident of any kind can have a long-lasting impact on a person, from physical injuries to emotional trauma. Some people opt to settle for damages and accept a payment from the at-fault driver’s insurance company, so they can heal from their injuries and move on with their life. But what happens …
Under normal circumstances, slipping and falling on public or private property may seem like a trivial incident. However, if you are significantly injured from your fall, or if you believe a property owner’s negligence played a part in your fall, you may have a case for compensation on your hands. After reporting your slip and …
Getting into an accident with a large commercial truck can cause disabling injuries and significant emotional trauma. While a truck driver might walk away from the crash, a collision with heavy trucks and big rigs rarely ends well for passenger car occupants. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 4,951 people died in …
In the United States, accountability is an essential aspect of law enforcement—especially for police officers serving communities in San Diego. Police officers are required to develop a sense of empathy, integrity, and quick thinking when doing their jobs. In particular, American police officers are considered heroic do-gooders who can balance decision making and fair application …
In community policing, law enforcement officers get tasked with the important job of protecting and defending their assigned communities from harm. The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) lists “empathy,” “multi-tasking,” and “integrity” as qualities that police officers need to serve their community adequately. Of course, the best way for officers to grow and …
Bus accidents are particularly dangerous for anyone involved and usually lead to serious injuries and vehicle damage. Because of the impact that a bus accident can have on your life, there is a significant chance that you will want to file a lawsuit against the bus driver or the company that owns the bus. Under …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that bicyclists face a higher risk of injury and death due to accidents than the occupants of motor vehicles do. When cars, trucks, bicyclists, and pedestrians all have to share the road, their differing sizes, speeds, and weights can create dangerous conditions that result in many …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Each year, 3 million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries.” When a trip, slip, or fall on another person’s property leads to injuries, the victim may be entitled to file a personal injury suit to receive compensation. Commercial establishments are especially …
If you or a loved one is a victim of a hit and run accident in St. Louis, Missouri, the negligent driver may be tried for a class D felony if they were under the influence of drugs or alcohol or someone was killed due to this negligence. Hiring a St. Louis hit and run …
Head-on collisions happen when two vehicles crash into one another from the front. These accidents are exceedingly dangerous and can cause severe injuries, damage, and even death. If you have been involved in, or lost a family member, in a head-on collision in St. Louis, contact a St. Louis head-on collisions lawyer team today. You …
In real life, police chases are not the thrilling, perfectly choreographed events you see in the movies. Actual police chases can result in very real injuries and fatalities. When police officers decide to chase a suspect, it is not only themselves and the alleged criminals they put in danger. Every other driver on the road …
If you or a loved one were injured by a drunk driver and have medical bills, car repairs, and other damages, an El Paso drunk driving accident lawyer can fight to recover these damages on your behalf. You should not have to suffer for someone’s reckless act. An attorney with Ben Crump Law, PLLC has …
You or your loved one could be entitled to compensation for your accident-related injuries and losses for an aggressive driving accident that was not your fault. An El Paso aggressive driving accident lawyer with Ben Crump Law, PLLC can protect your rights, fight for compensation, and potentially prevent another victim from suffering a similar fate. …
A car accident can send your life into upheaval. Not only must you cope with the physical pain of your injuries, but also you face the stress of paying for medical treatment—on top of your regular living expenses—all on a reduced paycheck, if you missed time at work to recover. At Ben Crump Law, PLLC, …
