When filing a car accident claim, there are 10 key details that must be taken into consideration. Knowing these ten items will ensure that one filing a car accident claim will have the right guidelines and information necessary for achieving a successful outcome. Here are 10 important things to know when you suffer harm in a car accident: Every case…
From the moment of collision, insurance adjusters may attempt to swiftly minimize or even deny your claim. When they speak to you, they are already framing a story that is beneficial to their company and, as such, it is important that all crash claimants be aware of common tactics they may use. These include requesting recorded statements, sending settlement offers…
Following a crash into another vehicle, pedestrians, or property, accident reports are typically used to adequately determine fault. Without an accident report from law enforcement or an individual involved in the collision, liability can become extremely difficult to assess. In this scenario, relying on secondary sources for information about the incident such as eyewitnesses is more common. Ultimately, each state…
In the event of a crash involving a drunk driver, it is important to remain calm and evaluate the situation for risk. If possible, position your vehicle at an angle so that the other car is blocked in place. Turn on the hazard lights to alert other cars of your presence. Use your phone to call 911 in order to…
When you think of malpractice, it’s easy to think of a doctor or other medical professional making a mistake that harms a patient. However, hospitals can also be held liable for errors that occur within their walls. There are many ways in which a hospital can be at fault, from failing to properly screen staff to allowing dangerous conditions to…
Medical errors made by professionals can have serious consequences for patients, including prolonged pain, disability, and even death. When these errors occur, families are often left wondering who is responsible. In some cases, the answer is clear-cut. If a doctor makes a mistake that results in harm to a patient, the doctor can be held liable under the doctrine of…
Medical malpractice is the legal term used to describe negligence on the part of a medical professional that leads to injury or death. In order to successfully manage a medical malpractice case, plaintiffs must prove that the defendant deviated from the accepted standard of care, and that this deviation resulted in actual harm. Plaintiffs must also show that they would…
It is vital to recognize the various laws in Virginia that dictate where pedestrians can cross the street. Pedestrian laws are designed to keep you safe, but they also play a role in proving liability after a pedestrian accident. One of the more contentious laws is what happens at an unmarked crosswalk and who has the right of way. A…
By now, we know that pedestrian accidents are some of the most severe. They involve pedestrians who have no protection to prevent severe injuries. Whenever a crash occurs, it can cause the pedestrian to suffer some of the worst damage possible. To present a meritorious legal claim, it is crucial to show that negligence led to an injury. Below, we…
As a pedestrian, you should know how to stay safe. It is vital to recognize some of the more common locations where pedestrian accidents occur. You can increase your awareness and prevent a potential accident whenever you are in one of these areas. Urban Areas According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 81% of fatal pedestrian accidents in…