Poor road conditions result in about one-third of all traffic accidents and related fatalities in the U.S. each year. Among the leading poor road conditions that might lead to car accidents are potholes, which can cause damage to cars and personal injury-related medical expenses. In addition, big potholes may impair large vehicles and pose a …
Filing a personal injury claim after a car accident allows you to pursue compensation for the monetary damages you have suffered as a result of the other driver’s negligence. In a perfect world, you would simply submit your claim to the insurance company and receive compensation for the losses, both financial and non-financial, that occurred …
If you’ve been hurt in a car accident in Birmingham, AL, you are likely navigating an unfamiliar path trying to get your life back on track. Unfortunately, rather than focusing on healing from your injuries, you find yourself in the middle of a whirlwind filled with insurance claims, doctor bills, and the legal system. Making …
The damages that surviving family members may be able to recover in a wrongful death case depend on where the accident occurred and the state’s laws. In general, recoverable losses usually include compensatory damages for the family’s economic and non-economic losses. Wrongful death actions are possible when an immediate family member dies due to someone …
When a motorist causes an accident in New Orleans or elsewhere in Orleans Parish, it can be challenging to seek damages if they do not have liability insurance. If this happened to you, you may not know what steps to take or where to turn for help. You know you need compensation to cover your …
Uber and other ridesharing companies provide liability insurance coverage for passengers and others hurt in a collision caused by their drivers, but getting a fair settlement is not always easy. These policies generally only cover victims of accidents that occur when: There is a ride in the rideshare vehicle The driver is matched with a …
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about two in three people will be involved in a drunk driving crash during their lifetime, and every day, 29 people die as a result of a drunk driving crash. Even individuals who survive this horrifying accident may walk away with debilitating injuries that can forever …
Messiah University student Jessie Morgan has won the Morris Bart Anti-Distracted Driving Scholarship, an award worth $2,500. The scholarship required applicants to create a short PSA about the dangers of distracted driving. Morgan’s entry featured a humorous montage of her performing tasks in her car that are obviously unsuited to vehicles. For example, fed her …
Arkansas does not have a universal helmet law for motorcyclists. However, the state does require all riders under the age of 21 to wear protective headgear while riding a motorcycle, motor scooter, or another similar vehicle. Those aged 21 and older can ride without a helmet. Arkansas, like most states in the 1970s and 1980s, …
It is no secret that defensive driving saves lives. Although you can’t control other motorists’ actions, defensive driving can help you circumvent dangerous conditions and diminish your risk of an accident. Additionally, defensive driving is a skill that motorists often develop over time. No matter your experience level, though, there are five easy techniques you …
If your leased car suffered damage in a collision, you need to take the proper steps to ensure your best interests are protected. Fortunately, for the most part, these cases proceed like other traffic accident claims. There are, however, some crucial differences that you should keep in mind. These include the steps you need to …
After a serious injury, records can prove crucial. In fact, you may feel as though keeping up with the records from your injury is like a full-time second job! However, having those records on hand may prove critical to your ability to file a personal injury claim and successfully receive the compensation you deserve. Why …
As your personal injury lawsuit heads to court for a hearing or trial, it is only natural to feel stressed and uneasy. While you know you need to do your best to remain calm, it is difficult when you are unsure of what to expect. After all, most people do not go to court more …
Non-emergency medical transportation is a necessity for some people who cannot drive and have no one to take them to a doctor’s appointment, dialysis center, or other necessary care. Many of these passengers are seniors, have mobility concerns, live with other disabilities, or are too sick to drive. However, what happens when there is an …
If you get injured in a car accident in Mississippi and intend to file a claim, nothing can help your case as much as traffic camera footage. Generally, camera footage or a traffic violation or an accident can come from multiple sources, including: Dash cameras installed on police vehicles Actual traffic cameras, including automated speed …
Actions like engaging in less than stellar business practices, defective products, false advertising, environmental accidents can often hurt large groups of American people. Thankfully, the government provides a pathway to consumer protection when businesses negatively impact public safety and consumer rights. Class action lawsuits obtain justice for citizens via government-filed lawsuits or direct personal gain …
Dog bites can be excruciatingly painful with long-lasting consequences compared to many other injuries. Besides the different effects, the damage itself can be exceptionally unpleasant. With children, the implications are even worse. As such, it helps to seek immediate medical attention and specialized treatment while also looking for legal remedies as you may be having …
Good Samaritan laws are in effect to encourage people to help in the event of an emergency to the best of their ability. Even if you only can call 9-1-1, it is still your effort to help that makes you a Good Samaritan, Most states have a Good Samaritan law that is in effect to …
If an accident happens when both drivers are uninsured, there are several possible outcomes. While the driver who did not cause the accident still has the right to hold the other legally responsible for their injuries and damages, in most states, many factors can affect how this process works, what could happen, and how much …
Most consumers inquire about uninsured or underinsured motorist claims after hearing from family and friends involved in no-fault crashes and experiencing premium increases upon reporting the collision. In essence, these law-abiding citizens are being penalized monetarily for something over which they had little (or no) influence. When an uninsured motorist causes an accident, insured drivers …
Situated on the Gulf Coast between Texas and Mississippi, there are a number of geographical advantages for companies here, and the state’s economy depends on the ability of commercial trucks to transport goods throughout the region, as well as from the ports to other parts of the country. Unfortunately, where there is truck traffic, there …
Slip-and-fall accidents have been on the rise over the last few years. The NFSI (National Floor Safety Institute) estimates that these accidents account for over a million emergency room treatments. But while these incidents may be far too common, it’s never easy to recover the deserved monetary compensation. Many challenges can limit you from getting justice, …
After a car accident, the way the state determines fault can have a heavy influence on whether you may have the right to recover compensation for damages sustained in your accident, including damage to your vehicle and any injuries. Arkansas is an at-fault state, or torte state: that is, the driver that caused the accident, …
When two parties struggle to agree, it’s helpful to involve a third party with vast experience in resolving such disputes. Mediation is a practical approach to this, helping many accident victims settle their crash compensation disputes with insurance companies. The mediator, a neutral third party, controls the process and works as a diplomat. They’ll go …
Every day, patients and their families place their lives in the hands of doctors, nurses, residents, and other care professionals, trusting that they will care for them and restore them to good health. However, healthcare professionals at times make careless mistakes that may cause injuries, and sometimes death, to patients. If you or anyone close …
The statute of limitations is a law that dictates the maximum amount of time a person has to take some kind of legal action after an accident or alleged offense. Yet, if you do not submit your case within that allotted amount of time, you may be barred from pursuing compensation for the harm and …
A person who has been hurt due to another’s negligence or wrongful action has a right to “pain and suffering” damages. In Alabama, “pain and suffering” refers to reimbursable damages for physical harm or mental agony caused by a personal injury. Emotional suffering is a form of mental distress. In Alabama, an injured party may …
If you suffer personal injury due to another party’s negligence in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, or Arkansas, you have the right to receive compensation from the at-fault party. What happens if you receive a settlement but find later that it’s not enough – can you file a personal injury lawsuit after accepting a settlement? The answer is …
For many motorcyclists, wearing a helmet is a personal preference, but depending on where you are riding, a helmet may not be an optional accessory. Many states mandate helmet usage for motorcycle riders, but even in states that do not, if you are in an accident, whether or not you are wearing your helmet can …
According to the Governor’s Highway Safety Association (GHSA) report on pedestrian fatality statistics, Arkansas pedestrian fatalities increased by 17% between 2019 and 2020. Little Rock is considered the most dangerous place to walk, with 115 pedestrian accidents reported in 2020 alone. In addition, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently analyzed data from the US Department …
