When a suspect decides to evade officers, they have forced law enforcement to make a choice: Let them go or engage in a pursuit. If the police decide to pursue the suspect, they must keep in mind that the public is now involved. A chase can lead down busy streets, even up onto pedestrian walkways, …
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 …
While only 2.1 percent of all car accidents in 2010 were rollover accidents, these types of accidents result in some of the deadliest outcomes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) research. Victims that experience a rollover accident can be left with substantial medical costs, property damage, loss of wages, and pain and …
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 …
Experiencing a vehicle accident can change your life in many negative ways. You could experience financial loss, serious injury, and emotional effects. To make matters worse, your accident could have been caused by another party. One common cause of traffic accidents is aggressive driving. If you experienced an aggressive driving accident, you could be entitled …
Are you dealing with the impact of an aggressive driving car accident and are struggling to pay medical bills, have lost wages due to being unable to work, or suffering from pain and suffering? If so, you may be entitled to receive financial compensation. Here at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, our team works to help …
Rollover accidents are often serious, causing catastrophic injuries and fatalities. If you suffered injuries or if your loved one died as the result of a rollover accident, you may have the legal right to pursue compensation for your losses. A Daytona Beach rollover accident lawyer can help you fight for the justice you deserve. Contact …
Being the victim of medical malpractice can be a traumatic and horrific experience. Much of the damage inflicted by negligent medical professionals has serious and permanent consequences. Our society spends a lot of money on medical treatment and we trust medical workers to do their jobs successfully and help us get better. We pay top …
Thousands of accidents are caused by drunk drivers each year. A recent Ohio Highway Safety Office report states that drunk driving was responsible for 11,928 Ohio car accidents in 2017, nearly 300 of which were fatal. Drunk drivers were also responsible for more than 26% of all car accident fatalities that year. Those victims that …
If you have been injured in an accident caused by a police chase, you have the right to seek justice and compensation for every injury you incurred as a result of your accident. Whether you were in the vehicle being pursued or in another vehicle struck, by either the police car in pursuit or the …
Head-on collisions can result in catastrophic loss, brain injury, and death. Furthermore, due to the impact zone, the driver and front passenger are the most vulnerable. If you are suffering from the aftermath of a head-on collision or lost a loved one due to another driver’s negligence, you may be eligible for compensation. Getting the …
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 company can harm many people with negligence, as is the case with faulty products or deceptive services or actions. It is especially frustrating when wrongdoers receive no consequences. Whether intentional or not, thousands of companies have hurt Americans financially, physically, and mentally. As a victim of negligence, deception, or bad business practices, you may …
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 …
If you are recovering from injuries after a rear-end collision in St. Louis, Missouri, because of someone else’s carelessness, you should not have to experience the additional damage of having to pay for your medical treatment and other losses. When a St. Louis rear-end collisions lawyer at Ben Crump Law, PLLC, handles your injury claim, …
Going to Best Buy usually means you are in the market for new electronics or appliances. Walking through the aisles looking at the latest type of television or checking out laptops for school should be a fun time to share with your loved ones. However, that trip to Best Buy could take a wrong turn …
