If you’ve recently been involved in a bicycle accident, you may wonder what your rights are. Confusion often abounds because some believe that bicycles shouldn’t be on the road or that they belong solely on a path or sidewalk. And if they are on the road, do they have the same duty of care as those behind the wheel? You may be surprised to learn how liability is determined in a bike accident. Read More»
If you have been hurt in an accident, you should be compensated for all damages you have suffered as a result of the defendant’s actions. This includes even the scars that you didn’t have before your accident injuries. Note that some people scar more easily than others, so you should be prepared to include it in your claim if you have the risk factors associated with scarring. For example, you are likely to scar if: Read More»
It is always advisable to contact or wait for the police if you are involved in a car accident. This is especially true if another party is involved or the accident has caused an injury or property damage. Here are some of the negative consequences of failing to engage the police: Your Auto Insurer May Demand It In some cases, it may not be up to you to decide whether to report an accident; your insurer may demand it. Read More»
The number of people who die while being cared for in a hospital can only be estimated, but this type of wrongful death is not uncommon. In fact, a John Hopkins study in 2016 suggested that it may be the third leading cause of death in the United States. Wrongful death takes place when someone dies through negligence, and without this negligence, would still be alive. There are many reasons that a person can lose their life while in the hands of a professional medical staff at a hospital. Read More»
When a car accident happens, it can come as both a physical and emotional shock. If it turns out that you were the victim of a careless driver, you must overcome your shock and take swift action. You are entitled to be compensated for the careless driving of others, and the more evidence you have available the more compelling your case will be. Whether you end up taking your case to trial or the insurance company offers you a settlement, when you have good evidence your compensation chances are better and higher. Read More»