When someone suffers an injury in a car accident, they often do not understand their rights to collect compensation. The fact is that while many people can collect compensation for the injury they suffered, as well as the damage to their vehicle, often, their pain and suffering go uncompensated. Because each accident is different, and […]

A deposition is a proceeding during which the attorneys will ask you a series of questions about the car accident. Once the deposition is complete, the court reporter will prepare a transcript for review by both sides. Your lawyer will evaluate the transcript to determine the next steps in your case. These next steps can […]

Someday, motorists will be able to put their destination into their car’s GPS, then doze off on the way there. That’s not the case for today’s drivers, however. They must remain alert and awake behind the wheel or else they could cause serious accidents.  When a driver operates a vehicle while fatigued, they risk endangering […]

If you suffered injuries in a recent crash, you likely have questions about how to get paid after a car accident. The answer will depend on the case’s facts, applicable laws, and other details. In many cases, victims hold the at-fault driver accountable to recover compensation for their medical bills, lost income, and other losses. […]

In a car accident, you are generally responsible for paying your own medical bills until you recover compensation from the liable party. A claim or a lawsuit may provide you with the compensation you need, either from the liable party’s insurance company or on occasion from their own pocket. Accident victims should not have to […]

You can analyze evidence to tell who hit who in a car accident. Knowing how to tell who hit who in a car accident is essential to showing which driver caused the crash and is liable for the damages suffered. There are several ways police officers, attorneys, insurance adjusters, and other parties determine what happened […]

After a collision, it’s typical for car insurance rates to increase. How much your car insurance will go up after an accident depends on several factors, including your driving record, claims history, insurance provider, location, age, and gender. Each of these factors could cause your auto insurance rates to rise or fall. Generally, auto insurance […]

Yes, your auto insurance provider likely requires you to notify them about a crash regardless of fault. Insurance policies are contracts between the policyholder and the insurance company, and these contracts often have many stipulations. One of them is usually that you must call your insurance company after a crash, even if it’s not your […]

Generally, collision claims are final. A car accident claim cannot be reopened after the agreement is signed, even if additional injuries or expenses occur. You only have one chance to negotiate a fair settlement, so it’s vital to understand the potential settlement range of your case before you begin. The best way to know how […]