When drivers or passengers suffer injuries in a car accident that results from someone else’s negligence, they may be eligible to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit seeking various damages. The ultimate value of a car accident claim depends upon many factors, including the accident circumstances, the severity of the victim’s injuries, and the […]
Should I Accept the First Insurance Settlement Offer?
First-time settlement offers from insurance companies in personal injury cases are often low because they aim to minimize their financial liability as much as possible. Insurance companies may initially offer a small amount in the hope that the injured party will accept it without fully understanding the extent of their injuries and the potential long-term […]
How Do Lawyers Calculate Pain and Suffering?
When people violate traffic laws, fail to maintain their promises, or commit other negligent acts, they can bring about serious accidents and injuries. In addition to recovering compensation for economic damages, like lost income and medical expenses, injured accident victims may also receive compensation for their past and anticipated pain and suffering. If you suffered […]
Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of traffic accidents. Like every type of accident, the severity of each collision varies on a case-by-case basis. While many people underestimate these collisions as fender benders, victims of rear-end accidents can suffer serious health ailments, including but not limited to whiplash, traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, […]
What to Do After a Car Accident
Many victims don’t know what to do after a car accident, which is why they hire a car accident lawyer. You should get the medical attention you need, and hiring a lawyer should often be your next step once you have received medical care. Your lawyer will explain exactly what to do in the days […]