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When Happens When a Stoned or High Driver Causes A Car Accident?

November 25, 2019

Cannabis became illegal in Iowa in the 1920s. Efforts to decriminalize it have failed, though medical marijuana did become allowable a few decades ago. CBD oil is also illegal for recreational use, but it is legal for certain medical conditions like cancer, chronic pain, MS, Parkinson’s, and seizures. Recreational users are subject to stiff penalties … Continue reading “When Happens When a Stoned or High Driver Causes A Car Accident?”

Can I File a Lawsuit if I’m Involved in an Airplane Accident or Injured During a Flight?

October 30, 2019

Flying is one of the safest modes of transportation, but accidents happen. In 2016, the NTSB reports there were a total of 1,335 accidents and 408 fatalities. That’s not even close to the number of vehicle crashes each year, but injuries do happen. If you’re injured during a flight, what are your rights? Can you … Continue reading “Can I File a Lawsuit if I’m Involved in an Airplane Accident or Injured During a Flight?”

Who Is to Blame If I’m Hit by a Car While I’m Jaywalking?

October 22, 2019

You’re pretty sure you were jaywalking when a car hit you. You’re now wondering if you’re to blame for the crash or could the other driver share some of the blame. Each year, the CDC estimates that 129,000 pedestrians are injured in crashes with vehicles. Almost 6,000 pedestrians were killed. It occurs more often than … Continue reading “Who Is to Blame If I’m Hit by a Car While I’m Jaywalking?”

How Do Personal Injury Attorneys Get Paid? Should I Hire One?

October 7, 2019

The United States Consumer Law Attorney Fee Survey offers some truth about the cost of hiring a lawyer. In 2015/2016, this report stated the average rate in the U.S. was $350 per hour. What it doesn’t cover are the details regarding how personal injury attorneys are paid. To better understand how lawyers get paid, we’ve … Continue reading “How Do Personal Injury Attorneys Get Paid? Should I Hire One?”

I Was Bit and Injured By a Dog. What Should I Do?

September 18, 2019

You’ve been bitten by a dog. You’re not alone. The CDC estimates that there are 800,000 dog bites each year. Bites are caused by family pets and dogs at friends and family member’s homes most often. They can also be strays or neighborhood dogs that get loose. What you need to do depends on the … Continue reading “I Was Bit and Injured By a Dog. What Should I Do?”

What Are Your Legal Rights After an Accident Involving a Commercial Truck?

September 3, 2019

Commercial trucks are substantially larger than most vehicles. Box trucks and 18-wheelers can cause significant damage to your car and your safety. Even with a seatbelt and airbags, you could sustain head injuries, internal injuries, bone fractures, cuts, and bruising. If you’re in an accident with a commercial truck and the truck driver is at … Continue reading “What Are Your Legal Rights After an Accident Involving a Commercial Truck?”

What Types of Injuries Does Car Insurance Cover?

August 26, 2019

Car accidents range in severity and so do the injuries one sustains during them. Whiplash, scrapes, cuts, and bruises are some of the most common. Bone fractures, concussions, internal injuries, herniated discs, ligament injuries, and post-traumatic stress disorder are also possible. How Do These Injuries Occur? In an accident, a car doesn’t just stop moving … Continue reading “What Types of Injuries Does Car Insurance Cover?”

My Child Was Injured at School. What Should I Do?

August 12, 2019

Parents do everything possible to keep their children safe. There are times when their safety and well-being are out of a parents’ hands. At school, parents can only rely on the teachers and administration to ensure their child’s protection. When your child is injured at school, it’s alarming. You hope they can keep your child … Continue reading “My Child Was Injured at School. What Should I Do?”

My Child Was Injured at Daycare or Summer Camp. What Should I Do?

July 30, 2019

The moment you put your kid on a bus or drop them off at daycare or summer camp, you expect others to care for them with the same level of care you provide. When they’re injured due to a daycare worker or summer camp counselor’s negligence or another child’s behavior, it’s alarming. Expect to be … Continue reading “My Child Was Injured at Daycare or Summer Camp. What Should I Do?”

How To Help Someone Facing Emotional Trauma After a Car Accident

July 23, 2019

Physical injuries are not the only aftermath of a car accident. Many people suffer from emotional trauma. That emotional strain can be severe or mild. No matter how serious it is, it affects everyday life. You can’t just sit back and watch a loved one spiral as the emotional toll grips them. What are you … Continue reading “How To Help Someone Facing Emotional Trauma After a Car Accident”

Category: Blog

When Happens When a Stoned or High Driver Causes A Car Accident?

Can I File a Lawsuit if I’m Involved in an Airplane Accident or Injured During a Flight?

Who Is to Blame If I’m Hit by a Car While I’m Jaywalking?

How Do Personal Injury Attorneys Get Paid? Should I Hire One?

I Was Bit and Injured By a Dog. What Should I Do?

What Are Your Legal Rights After an Accident Involving a Commercial Truck?

What Types of Injuries Does Car Insurance Cover?

My Child Was Injured at School. What Should I Do?

My Child Was Injured at Daycare or Summer Camp. What Should I Do?

How To Help Someone Facing Emotional Trauma After a Car Accident

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