A driver’s failure to observe Ohio’s right of way laws can harm anyone who uses the roadways, including pedestrians. Many motorists focus intently on getting to their destination when they are driving, which means some are not paying attention to their surroundings or keeping the road rules in mind. Driving in this manner could lead …
Missouri Code § 307.188 says that “[e]very person riding a bicycle or motorized bicycle upon a street or highway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle.” But automobile drivers do not always recognize that right to the road, and …
According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), bicycle accidents accounted for 0.8% of all accidents and 0.8% of all fatal accidents in 2019. These statistics represent 1,003 injuries and 16 fatalities. Were you or someone you love injured or fatally injured in a bicycle accident? If so, you might be able to recover financial …
Wrongful death cases are personal injury lawsuits held on a victim’s behalf. If a family member or loved one has died due to another’s negligence, you and your family may be eligible for compensation. A St. Louis wrongful death lawyer is here to guide you through the steps of making sure justice is served. These …
When loaded to capacity, big trucks weigh as much as 30 automobiles, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). So when trucks collide with cars on a highway, these accidents often lead to serious injuries in addition to property damage. These accidents are not as rare as we would hope, either: According to …
The city of St. Louis had 118 motorcycle-involved accidents in 2018, the most recent year for which the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) has available data. Of those, 80 led to injuries, and five proved fatal. Across the state, 108 people were killed in motorcycle accidents, and nearly 2,000 more were injured. The MSHP categorized …
The St. Louis regional transit system, called Bi-State, recorded nearly 23 million MetroBus boardings in the 2019 fiscal year. With that many buses on the road transporting commuters, accidents happen. Unfortunately, they also happen with area school buses, as happened at North Vandeventer and Evans Avenues in March 2020, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported. Injuries …
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) cites 787 accidents involving school and commercial buses in 2019. School buses were involved in 301 accidents, while commercial buses were involved in 486 accidents. An accident with a school, coach, or city transit bus can be a terrifying experience. If you or someone you love was injured in …
Nursing home abuse is becoming a more prominent problem across the country, as more incidents involving seniors are being discovered in nursing homes. While government agencies and law enforcement personnel speculate on the multitude of reasons why abuse is becoming a bigger problem, they are also taking a stronger stance against it to help protect …
Injuries are common, no matter where you live. The majority of those injuries are caused by accidents. According to MedlinePlus, many people are injured each year because of accidents caused by other people. There is a cause of action in civil law; personal injury law is designed to deal with this. If you are injured …
Rollover accidents can cause catastrophic damage. Passengers can be rocked violently inside of the vehicle or thrown from the car. As the car rolls and makes impact with the ground, the vehicle’s roof and sides can be crushed toward those inside. Serious injuries can result from rollover crashes, especially to the head, neck, and face, …
Rear-end collisions are almost never the fault of the lead driver. If your vehicle was hit from behind, someone else is likely responsible. You may be owed awards for your injuries, damaged vehicle, and other suffering caused by your car wreck. A generally accepted driving rule is that you have the right to stop for …
In legal terms, wrongful death occurs when someone is killed due to another’s negligence or misconduct. Wrongful death actions are usually civil cases, brought about by a spouse or close loved one. If you lost a close loved one to wrongful death, a Minneapolis wrongful death lawyer may be able to help. Contact the legal …
Fleeing the scene of an accident, also known as a hit and run, is illegal in Minnesota. Minnesota law states that it is a crime for any driver to leave the scene of an accident without first determining if any injuries or property damage occurred. When you are struck by another vehicle and the driver …
When a driver drives drunk or similarly impaired, they are putting others at risk. According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, alcohol-related crashes account for one-third of all Minnesota traffic deaths each year. Drunk driving is never excusable. When an accident with injuries or fatalities occurs due to a drunk driver, justice should be …
Distracted driving encompasses any activity that diverts a driver’s attention from driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Drivers who allow themselves to perform various activities, such as texting, eating, reading, shaving, adjusting the radio, using a navigation system, or daydreaming are not focused on the main task of driving safely and …
A motor vehicle accident is a common cause of personal injury. If you or a loved one suffered an injury during a car accident and think that you may be entitled to compensation, we can help. Call Ben Crump Law, PLLC at (844) 730-0233 for a free consultation today. There is no reason to pursue compensation …
When accidents involve cyclists, the injuries are typically traumatic, involving severe concussions, broken bones, and sometimes death. Impatient drivers often overlook cyclists or see them as a nuisance. Additionally, with the overwhelming number of distracted drivers, being involved in an accident with a motorist is more common than it should be. A New Orleans bicycle …
Side-impact collisions can be devastating to all parties involved. The impact zone in a T-bone accident is not as reinforced as the front or rear of a car, making these types of accidents that much more dangerous. Ben Crump Law, PLLC, is here to help you build a personal injury case through dedication to and …
According to the 2019 California Highway Patrol (CHP) legislative mandated annual police pursuits report, over 20% of people injured in police pursuit collisions in California were innocent bystanders. The actions that take place during these high-speed and dangerous chases leave victims exceptionally vulnerable. The aftermath of a police pursuit collision is traumatizing both mentally and …
