The number of bus accidents that occur in the United States each year might surprise you. According to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) figures, more than 5,000 buses and large trucks were involved in fatal accidents in 2018 alone. The number of injury accidents was even greater, topping 120,000 during the same year. A …
Riding a motorcycle offers freedom, and the regions in and around Fresno may be ideal for trips on a bike. A motorcycle trip can quickly turn into a nightmare due to a negligent motorist, however, and you or a loved one may have recently realized the harm that can come from a motorcycle accident. Suppose …
A bicycle is a basic form of transportation and exercise for many as they ride to work or for enjoyment. When a driver crashes into you, the accident can end life as you know it. The new challenges you face are frightening and costly. As the medical invoices arrive, your inability to pay them can …
Personal injuries happen every day. Sometimes they are accidental, but sometimes they result from negligence. It could be willful neglect or ignorance on the part of the responsible party, but ignorance is no defense. We all take care to keep ourselves safe, but those measures can only go so far if others do not do …
A personal injury is any physical harm that happens to you because of another person or entity’s negligence. If you can establish that someone else was liable for your injuries, you could hold them financially responsible through a civil lawsuit. The prospect of pursuing a personal injury lawsuit might feel overwhelming for some people. The …
Car accidents can cause significant physical pain, emotional distress, and financial strain. Nothing can take the place of good health and peace of mind, but if these are taken away in a traumatic incident like a car crash, it is worthwhile to know your options. As a victim, you have a right to pursue monetary …
When you are obeying traffic laws and keeping your eye on the road, you are doing everything in your power to stay safe while driving. Sometimes, though, those safety measures are not enough. That is because there are instances when circumstances outside of your control cause a car accident. You can become the victim when …
If you are a rideshare driver or passenger, you know there is an element of risk when riding in a ridesharing vehicle. According to Lyft, some rideshare drivers may drive for up to 12 hours at a time, which means they may become fatigued behind the wheel. The passenger may not know any of this, …
Drunk driving accidents cause many injuries and fatalities every year in Fresno. In fact, over 3,400 people were arrested for driving under the influence in Fresno in 2017 alone, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Thankfully, the State of California has laws in place that allow drunk driving victims to seek justice …
When one vehicle is hit from behind by another vehicle, suddenly and without warning, that is known as a rear-end auto collision. These types of rear-end car collisions can be very serious, depending on the vehicles’ speed, the road layout, the size and weight of the autos involved, or the number of cars situated near …
The Arizona Crash Facts Summary reports 1,912 truck accidents in 2019. Given the number of vehicles on the road, this number is unlikely to drop. If you’ve been injured as a result of a truck accident, or you’ve lost a loved one in a truck accident, trying to recover from the physical trauma while navigating …
Property owners in Tucson, Arizona are responsible for maintaining safety at their premises. This involves implementing protective measures to keep their property free of hazards that may potentially harm patrons. When adequate safety protocols are lacking or subpar and an innocent person becomes the victim of a mugging, assault, sexual crime, or other violent attack, …
For motorcyclists, their bike is often more than just a vehicle; it is a way of life. Unfortunately, this way of life comes along with a significantly increased risk of injury. Motorcycles are smaller and more difficult to see than motor vehicles, so negligent drivers can result in horrendous injuries for bikers. Less physically protected …
If you are part of a group that has suffered harm at the hands of another, you each deserve justice. Instead of independently filing lawsuits, your group’s members may be able to join together to collectively seek justice, filing a class action lawsuit that represents you all. While it can be difficult for a lawsuit …
Accidents happen as a natural course of life, and they often result in costly injuries. However, when an accident occurs as the outcome of another person’s negligence, the costs of any resulting injuries should fall on the shoulders of the at-fault individual. Although this may seem like a matter of fairness, convincing the negligent party’s …
When a person consumes alcohol and then gets behind the wheel of a car, they endanger the lives and safety of everyone else who shares the road. In the event that this individual’s negligence causes an accident, they should bear the cost—financial and otherwise—of the injuries they cause other accident victims. If you suffered an …
For many, driving through Colorado Springs is a routine, everyday task that should go smoothly. You do not expect another car to slam into the side of your vehicle, causing a side-impact collision that could have long-lasting consequences for you and your loved ones. If you have been involved in a side-impact collision, you could …
Residents of nursing homes are there because they need medical expertise and care. The people who live in nursing homes need help with medications, mobility, cognition, or daily tasks such as eating and bathing. They are a vulnerable community in our country. Sometimes, as unthinkable as it is, these people are taken advantage of by …
Ridesharing is an increasingly popular transportation option. But passengers can suffer injuries in an Uber or Lyft just like in any other vehicle. If you have suffered injuries in a ridesharing vehicle accident, you may be wondering if you can pursue financial compensation. Ridesharing accidents can be complicated, but a Colorado Springs ridesharing accident lawyer …
If you have been in a motorcycle accident, you have suffered enough. Focus on healing and let Ben Crump Law, PLLC, fight for compensation on your behalf. Insurance companies will aim to give you the least amount possible. They will drag their feet while your medical bills accumulate. An Omaha motorcycle accident lawyer knows your …
