Who Is at Fault in a Rear-End Car Accident? A car accident is often violent and unexpected, especially if we are struck from behind. And when we are rear-ended, we automatically assume that the driver behind us is at fault. But is that always the case? In most rear-end accidents, determining who is at fault is fairly …
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Apr 18
What if I Am Injured on Someone Else’s Property?
What if I Am Injured on Someone Else’s Property? If you are injured on someone’s property, the first thing to do is to call for medical help. The next thing you should do is report it to the property owner. Premises liability cases are different than car and truck crashes because the property owner’s liability …
Apr 18
What Is a Medical Lien?
What Is a Medical Lien? If your health insurer pays for your medical bills because you were hurt by someone else, they may have a right to a lien against any future settlement. For example, if your insurance pays $10,000 for your bills, and you get a recovery of $100,000, the insurer can assert a …
Apr 18
What if the Injured Party Is a Minor?
What if the Injured Party Is a Minor? If the person injured in an incident is a minor, there are particular rules that apply, both to the statute of limitations and to any potential recovery they may receive. If a minor suffers an injury in an accident, they have up to one year after their …
Apr 18
Does My Social Media Matter?
Does My Social Media Matter? Social media does matter. So much of our lives is public and what we post online are usually the highlights of our day. In a personal injury case, the insurance company will want access to your social media to find a way to use it against you. It is not …
Apr 18
What Are Limited Tort Insurance and Full Tort Insurance?
What Are Limited Tort Insurance and Full Tort Insurance? Limited tort is an insurance option that “limits” what you can recover in the event you are injured in a collision. With limited tort insurance, you are generally limited to collecting lost wages and out-of-pocket medical bills, though there are some exceptions. Full tort insurance allows …
Apr 18
What if I Am Involved in a Hit and Run?
What if I Am Involved in a Hit and Run? If you are involved in a hit and run and are unable to get the insurance information for the car that hit you, you can turn to your own car insurance to collect Uninsured Motorist benefits for your injury.
Apr 18
Will the Insurance Company Help Me Settle My Case for Fair Value?
Will the Insurance Company Help Me Settle My Case for Fair Value? At this office, we have yet to see an insurance company proffer a settlement offer that was even close to the fair value of the claim without being pressured by us.
Apr 18
What if I Was Injured in The Car Accident?
What if I Was Injured in The Car Accident? If you were also injured in the car accident, it is important to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible. Do not give any statements to any insurance company without speaking to a personal injury attorney first, or you could compromise your potential case. …
Apr 18
To Make Sure Your Property Damage Claim Goes Smoothly, It Is Important to Do the Following:
To Make Sure Your Property Damage Claim Goes Smoothly, It Is Important to Do the Following:
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