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InsurancePersonal Injury3 mins READ
Types of Negligence & How They Apply in Different Scenarios
Personal injury law in the United States hinges on the existence of negligence. Negligence is the failure of a person to act as a reasonably prudent person under the circumstances. To prove negligence, the defendant must first have owed a duty to the plaintiff. Then, the plaintiff must have committed a breach of that duty,...Read More -
Car Accidents3 mins READ
Should I Sue a Friend or a Family Member After an Accident?
You’ve been in an accident with a close friend or a family member. It’s a sticky situation because while you are close, there is damage to you or your property. Those damages cost money. An accident is an accident, and you don’t want to be on the hook for something you weren’t responsible for. Suing...Read More -
InsurancePersonal Injury3 mins READ
Contributory Negligence, Explained
When people think of the word “negligence,” they may think of an action by another person that intentionally or unintentionally causes harm to someone else. Under the law, the person who causes damage is referred to as the tortfeasor, while the person harmed is known as the victim. But what happens when an accident victim...Read More -
Car AccidentsInsuranceMotorcycle AccidentsPedestrian AccidentsPersonal InjuryTruck Accidents5 mins READ
5 Reasons to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer
A personal injury is something none of us ever want to experience. These injuries are unpredictable, traumatic, and in most cases, expensive. Not only do you have to consider the costly medical bills resulting from your injuries, but you may also have lost wages due to time missed at work and other damages that affect...Read More -
Car Accidents4 mins READ
Teen Driver Risk Factors
Becoming a licensed driver is a significant event in any teen’s life. Unfortunately, it can be terrifying for parents and caregivers. Driving is an enormous responsibility, and it is a task that requires quick decision-making. The reality is that teens are more likely to be in car accidents because of their lack of driving experience....Read More -
Car AccidentsPedestrian Accidents4 mins READ
Safety Tips for Drivers & Pedestrians
More than 125 pedestrians were fatally injured due to motor vehicle accidents in 2021 in the state of Virginia. The total figure of pedestrian fatalities and injuries continues to increase yearly, despite the strict laws and regulations we have in place. Pedestrians and motorists must engage in safe practices while sharing the road to decrease...Read More