Drinking and driving can have disastrous consequences. Commonly referred to as “driving under the influence” or “driving while intoxicated,” alcohol-related car accidents are responsible for almost a third of all traffic deaths across the nation, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Even when a drunk driving accident isn’t fatal, it can be …
In our current day and age, people are more distracted than ever. However, to safely operate a motor vehicle, drivers should focus on the road. Not paying attention to the road is a danger to Nebraska’s streets. If a driver was distracted and caused a crash, you may be entitled to compensation. Filing a claim …
Motor vehicles are heavy, fast, and dangerous pieces of machinery that can cause injury or death if not handled with care. Drivers who operate their vehicles aggressively are certainly not driving with care, and therefore, may be responsible for injuries or deaths due to their aggressiveness. If you or a loved one is recovering from …
Every day, Nebraskans suffer injuries due to the carelessness of other drivers. Unfortunately, failure to yield is a common type of car accident. If you or a loved one suffered injuries in a car accident, the other driver might have the responsibility to help you recover. You shouldn’t have to carry the financial burden of …
Losing a loved one under circumstances that may have been avoided with proper care may generally mean that a wrongful death has occurred. There are many possible causes of wrongful deaths, and you deserve to have a lawyer review your circumstances and help you with any wrongful death case that your family has. The team …
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 …
The road can be a dangerous place, and vehicle accidents happen daily. The injuries, property damages, and losses that occur from collisions can be shattering. If you or a loved one was involved in a bus accident, you might be able to sue for compensation. An injury case can help you stop suffering whether you …
Side-impact collisions, also known as a T-bone collision, can be extra hazardous for those on the side of the vehicle that is struck. If you or someone you know has been in a side-impact collision in Omaha, Ben Crump Law, PLLC, can assist in determining what compensation you may receive. Our Omaha side-impact collision lawyers …
Few things can leave you feeling as powerless as being the victim of a large company’s negligence. It can seem that these companies—and their teams of legal experts—are immune from accountability. Thankfully, class action lawsuits specifically to give you the power and force to hold even the biggest of companies accountable for the damages their …
Rollover accidents are traumatizing, causing severe injury, fear of driving, and even PTSD. According to SaferCar, speeding in a 55mph zone causes nearly three-quarters of all rollover accidents, and nearly half are from drunk drivers. You should not have to pay the price for the negligence and irresponsibility of these drivers. If you have lost …
Car accidents, in general, are traumatizing. Rear-end collision can cause both physical and emotional damage to the parties involved. If you or someone you know has recently been in a rear-end crash, an Omaha rear-end collision lawyer can evaluate your case. You may be eligible for compensation. Ben Crump Law, PLLC is here to help …
Putting your faith into the professionals at a nursing home to take care of your loved ones is already a difficult task. We want the best for our loved ones. The truth is, with understaffing, low pay, and now the danger of COVID-19 on the list, finding proper help may be hard to do. If …
Head-on collisions tend to be more catastrophic than other automotive accidents due to a passenger’s vulnerability to the impact zone. It does not help that Douglas County has the highest crash rate in Nebraska, meaning motorists should drive in Omaha with a bit more care. According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation (DOT), there were …
Police chases are especially dangerous for pedestrians and motorists caught in the collateral wake of the high-speed negligence involved. According to a 2017 study released by the Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS), there was approximately one death a day over 20 years resulting from police chases across the nation. However, Nebraska is one of the …
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense in Omaha. Committing a hit and run when there is a personal injury is a felony under Nebraska Revised Statute §60-697. Nebraska law requires both drivers involved to stay at the scene of an accident, file a police report, and exchange information. If you are …
Ridesharing companies such as Lyft and Uber have become popular over the past decade. It is convenient, cheaper than a taxi most of the time, and offers curbside assistance most anywhere you need a ride. This does not mean a ridesharing service will always deliver you to your destination safely, though. If you have been …
Being in an accident is frightening. Being in one with a negligent driver without insurance can create even more fear. You might be wondering about how you will cover your medical expenses, property damage, and more. Do not worry; you have options. Our Omaha uninsured car accident lawyer is here to help you get the …
The costs after a personal injury accident, including emergency room visits, doctor appointments, medications, and physical therapy, add up fast. The fact that these injuries usually come as a surprise makes it very difficult to be prepared financially for these situations. If the accident was the fault of someone else, they should be responsible for …
Car accidents are frightening and painful. Your health could be affected, and your vehicle can instantly be damaged or destroyed. You can also quickly rack up medical bills and costs to replace a damaged vehicle. If you were following traffic laws and driving responsibly, who should pay for the costs of your accident? If another …
When a car and a bike collide, the results can be very devastating for the cyclist. A driver who is being negligent could easily cause a crash with a cyclist. The victim could end up with at least a damaged bicycle. The worst outcome could even be fatal injuries. If you or your family member …
