Dealing with insurance agencies following a car accident is never a fun task. Insurance adjusters want to help save their company money, and they’re highly trained to do just that. Even your own insurance adjuster might act as though he or she has your best interests...
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Car Accidents
What Is Gap Insurance?
You may think that your auto insurance protection covers all the bases, but that may not be the case. One way to make sure you are protected in the event your vehicle is totaled in an accident is to secure what is known as gap insurance. Here is what you need to know...
What Should I Do After An Auto Accident?
Auto accidents can be scary and confusing, and although most people don't want to think that it could happen to them, it's vital you know how to protect yourself and your future. The steps that you take now can make a difference if the incident goes to court, and you...
How Soon Must I File A Personal Injury Lawsuit Before I Forever Lose The Right To Do So?
Everyday thousands of people in the United States are hurt in accidents due to the negligence of someone else. These accidents can leave victims with injuries that range from moderate to life-altering. While not every accident will lead to a personal injury lawsuit,...
I Was Involved In A Hit and Run Accident. Am I Still Covered?
No one wants another driver to hit them and cause damage to their car or their health, but it happens thousands of times each day around the world. Negligent drivers not paying attention to the road, not following the rules of the road, and not obeying the law are...
How Do I Choose A Lawyer That Is Right For Me?
Choosing a lawyer to handle your case, especially after an accident, can be a daunting task if you don’t know the basics. The legal system is intricate and requires someone who knows all the specialized rules and practices. Here are tips on how to get the right...
How Can I Prove The Other Driver Was At Fault?
Being involved in a car accident is a serious matter. Proving fault in the accident requires figuring out who acted negligently. In many cases, it is clear who was at fault. Often, it is the other driver, a pedestrian, or a cyclist that cause the collision....
Will I Have To Go To Court?
If you have recently suffered a personal injury, you might be wondering what you can do so that you will get the money you need to cover the medical bills and other expenses. People often overlook the fact that some injuries require time away from work to recover....
How Do I Go About Getting My Car Repaired?
You have many options following a car accident caused by someone else and their negligent driving, but getting your car repaired is not an option. It’s a necessity. Your vehicle is most likely one of the most important tangible material items you possess, and you need...
How Much Does a Consultation or Evaluation Cost?
The unexpected happens all the time, and you never know when you might require the help of an attorney to sort through a situation. Our attorneys know you don’t leave your home in the morning expecting someone to hit you with their car, to cause an accident that...
What To Do After a Hit and Run Accident?
Essential Steps to Take Immediately After a Hit and Run Incident Hit-and-run accidents, distressing and alarmingly common, present a considerable risk for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists alike. The statistics from azdot.gov reveal the severity of the issue, with...
If I am the victim of a trucking accident, who can I sue?
If I am the victim of a trucking accident, who can I sue? If you’ve been in a collision with a truck, you’re probably feeling scared, confused, and hopeless. When a large tractor trailer is involved in an accident, the consequences, injuries, and damage grow even...
How long does one have to initiate an auto accident lawsuit?
Automobile accidents are increasing in number in the United States every year. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or NHTSA, automobile accidents are the primary cause of death in those ages 2 to 34. These accidents are also the primary...
How Do I Obtain a Car Accident Report
A car accident report is an official document that contains the important details concerning an automobile accident. In Texas, there are two major types of accident reports. The Driver's Crash Report, or CR-2 (also known as the "Blue Form") is a report made by...
What’s my car accident case worth?
Up front, it is nearly impossible for someone to tell you the value of your car accident claim. There are a few things that must happen before an accurate number can be given to the injured party, for instance, your medical treatment must be completed. The entire...
Do I have To Give A Recorded Statement?
After a car accident, the insurance company will want to know the details of the accident. A claims adjuster will contact you to take a statement. This usually happens a few days after the accident, which is often a terrible time to make any statements especially if...
What if the cause of a traffic accident is not clear?
As if being involved in a car accident is not stressful enough on its own, some drivers find it’s nearly impossible to determine the precise cause of an accident. This is difficult for many drivers, because they often want to pursue legal avenues that allow them to...
If a motorcyclist isn’t wearing a helmet, can they still recover for injuries caused by another driver?
This is a question that comes up quite often in our motorcycle accident injury practice and the answer, generally, is “Yes.” There can, however, be some qualifications to this answer, as will be explained in greater detail below. Fault Accident statistics indicate...
What if the other driver’s negligence caused someone’s death?
All states have passed their own statutes regarding wrongful death cases that are filed in their courts. These statutes define wrongful deaths, designate who can file such cases, specify what damages might be sought in them and set the time limits for filing these...
What if one of the accident victims was also at fault?
pThe word “fault” comes up a lot after an accident. Fault is the way a court determines if an accident victim is paid for their injuries. Personal injury accidents aren’t always simple. In some accidents, an accident victim may be slightly or partly at fault for the...