It is a common misperception that truck operators are always at fault for the crashes that they’re involved in. Sometimes, truck crashes are caused by truck operators. Other times, they may be caused by negligent motorists, poor road conditions, defective auto parts...
Liability in a drunk driving situation is often quite easy to establish. It is illegal and obviously unsafe to drive in a chemically-altered state, so the drunk driver is almost always to blame for the crash. Both people injured by a drunk driver and those who lose a...
At the core of every car accident claim is the question, “who did it?” It’s on this basis that negligence is established. Thus, if you are involved in a car accident, one of the most important concerns you will have is who you are going to hold accountable. Like all...
A spinal cord injury is possible when you’re involved in a car crash. These injuries don’t require that you hit your back. Instead, the violent impact can lead to damage to the delicate spinal cord. Anyone with back pain should have an immediate medical evaluation to...
Victims of crash-related catastrophic injuries hear two phrases when talking with law professionals – litigation or lawsuit and personal injury claim. You might think these phrases mean the same, but they refer to two distinct legal procedures. It serves you to...
Motorcycle accidents occur for many reasons. Sometimes bad weather makes a crash unavoidable. Other times, traffic conditions or even bike operator errors cause an accident. Negligent motorists can also cause a motorcycle accident when they violate traffic laws. A...
It feels like people should never run red lights. It is perhaps the most basic rule of the road: When the light turns yellow, you slow down, and you come to a stop when it turns red. However, statistics show that, as simple as this may seem, the rule is often broken....
When you visit a business or an apartment building, you expect it to be reasonably safe. Property owners have a duty to the public to maintain their facilities in a way that complies with building codes and allows for safe and appropriate use of the premises....
Most people associate a rotator cuff tear with athletic activity – like boxing to weightlifting. They’re often caused by repetitive motions such as those required in some jobs that involve keeping the arms raised over the head. A car crash can also cause a rotator...
Even those who swear they would never drive after drinking alcohol have probably driven when they’re feeling tired. Most people have had the experience of yawning behind the wheel, as the road noise and the monotony make them feel fatigued. Some may even have had the...
