When a commercial driver negligently gets into an accident, liability can sometimes be extended to their employer. However, just because a negligent driver is employed does not necessarily mean their employer will be liable. You need to present a good case.
If you’ve been in an accident, you...
Getting into a car accident can not only leave a victim with serious injuries but also aggravate pre-existing ones. A victim may be concerned about whether the at-fault party can be held liable for making those prior injuries worse. The good news is that they can.
However, proving how...
Getting into an accident with a drunk driver is a frightening event. You may suffer injuries, the full extent of which you probably won’t immediately comprehend. You also don’t know the mindset of the driver and what they might do after crashing into you.
The decisions you make after...
Most car accident victims are rightfully concerned about the immediate impacts of their injuries. These include medical bills and lost income, among other losses. In the long-term, however, they may suffer disability and incur significant related expenses in the process.
Fortunately, car accident victims can seek compensation for long-term...
Car accident victims in Long Island must first turn to their own PIP (Personal Injury Protection) insurance policies for coverage, thanks to New York’s no-fault insurance laws. But what if this coverage is not enough to meet their needs?
If the accident injuries qualify as serious, the victim may...
Every car accident is complex, but even more so when more than one vehicle is involved. Determining liability for a multi-car crash is a critical step towards winning the compensation that victims need to recover. If you’ve been injured, it helps to understand how the process works.
Hiring an...
Insurance companies have, understandably, developed a reputation for being unfair to car accident victims - even when the victim is their own policyholder. Denied or undervalued auto accident claims are common, and they leave victims unsure of which steps to take next.
Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with...
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is more than just a bump to the head. It dramatically alters an individual’s cognitive functioning, behavior, and personality. Car accident victims frequently experience TBIs, and they are often unsure of what to do next.
Understanding your rights, potential damages, and the...
At-fault drivers who flee the scene of an accident literally add insult to injury by taking off. While the victim should do everything possible to assist law enforcement in catching the driver, this does not always happen. What are the victim’s legal options at that point?
Knowing the answer...
Dashcams are more common than ever, allowing drivers to document their commutes by way of video recordings. The value of dashcam footage is truly seen in car accident cases. Thanks to these videos, it is much easier for the victim to claim the compensation they deserve.
If you or...
