How Los Angeles Vehicle Accident Attorneys Respond to Clients’ Common Questions

Do I have to stop after a vehicle accident? Certainly, as the Tort Law in California, you may be held liable for hit and run if you will not stop..

Do I have to stop after a vehicle accident?

Certainly, as the Tort Law in California, you may be held liable for hit and run if you will not stop. Depending on the extent of harm and damages incurred, you may be fined and/or imprisoned along with the cancellation of your driver’s license. This is, even if you have not committed any fault or traffic violation that caused the accident.

Henceforth, you should have a dialogue between the other parties and exchange some vital information. These include your:

Names

Driver’s license number

Vehicle identification number

Address

Contact information

Insurance company information and policy number

Do I have to help someone who has been injured?

Yes, you have an obligation to act accordingly and help those people who obtained injuries from the accident. If you lack adequate training on first aid procedures, better call any emergency response unit and take all the injured individuals to the nearest hospital for proper treatment and medication. The simplest way is dialing 911 to report the accident.

In addition, you have to make sure that all these people are already on a safer place away from further dangers such as car explosion or fire and being hit by other vehicles on the area. Placing warning signs at the scene of the vehicle mishap is also advisable to inform the other motorists of such incident.

Is it necessary to gather some facts from the accident scene?

In most personal injury lawsuits filed in courts, the evidences played important role in achieving justice and suitable compensations. Thus, it is a must that you take an account of the things that transpired. Aside from the other driver’s personal information, you should record the following:

Names and contact information of possible witnesses including their own statement of the accident occurrence

Names and badge numbers of the police authorities that responded in the scene and where to get a copy of their report

An illustration of the vehicle accident that describe the positions of the vehicles and/or people involved
                                                                                                                                 

Weather and traffic conditions

Traffic signs that are possibly violated by the other parties

It will also be helpful if you have a camera to take some pictures of the damages, physical injuries and the surroundings.

Do I have to accept any fault?

If you believe that the whole incident is due to your fault, it is highly recommended that you keep your shut and limit your words especially those that point out to your liability. There is a great probability that you are just mistaken of your idea that you are the only person to blame. Always remember that anything that you say may later be used against you.

Contact your vehicle accident attorneys for proper advice. He will assess your case and assist you in whatever legal actions you need to pursue.

How can I find a credible vehicle accident attorney?

Many law offices and private practitioners are handling this type of cases in Los Angeles. You just have to make sure that your legal counsel has enough qualities in order to have better chances of winning your case.

Determine his legal background and check his professional records. Never hire vehicle accident attorneys who have yet to win any case. It is also advisable to verify their names with the California Bar Association for possible injunctions.

Further answers to your inquiries regarding vehicle accidents may be obtained by contacting our vehicle accident attorneys who are well trained in providing expert advices and representations to our clients.

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You may have thought it was safe to help motorcycle accident victims, pull injured people and puppy dogs out of burning cars and help people out of burning airplanes. That may no longer be the case. 

Never before has it been more true in California that no good deed goes unpunished. California Auto Accident Good Samaritans beware - save a life, help a car accident victim or a person in any other type of car or motorcycle or truck accident and if you accidentally cause a personal injury or some additional harm to the person, now you too can be sued by a lawyer on behalf of the victim you tried to help anywhere in California.

The new ruling comes by way of the highest court in California, the California Supreme Court, which means that the only way this interpretation of the law can be changed is by a subsequent ruling by the same court, which is unlikely, or by the State Legislature, which, even though it has its share of lawyers, right now can’t even agree on a budget.

The Court’s 4-3 ruling on December 18, 2008 comes as a result of an auto accident that occurred on Halloween night in 2004. A women was a passenger in a car that ran into a light pole at 45 mph. Her friend, who was in the car behind her, pulled the first woman by her arm from the wreckage in the belief that the car was about to explode and then allegedly dropped her. Unfortunately, the woman’s injuries left her a paraplegic and she sued her friend who pulled her out of the non-exploding car in the belief that the Good Samaritan’s rescue efforts caused her paralysis.

The Supreme Court was forced to interpret the California Good Samaritan law which is in the section of the state code dealing with emergency medical care and which states, ‘No person who in good faith, and not for compensation, renders emergency care at the scene of an emergency shall be liable for any civil damages resulting from any act or omission.’

Interpreting that law, the California Supreme Court held that the state’s Good Samaritan law only protects you from being sued if you render medical care at the scene of an emergency. If on the other hand you are just rendering aid or help in a non-medical way, such as pulling someone out of a burning car, you can now be sued. That doesn’t mean you will be found liable. That’s for a judge or jury to decide. But the fact that you can be sued, means that without insurance to protect you, you will undoubtedly need an attorney or lawyer to represent you, you will need to pay that lawyer his or her attorney’s fees and costs to defend you, which in a typical personal injury case can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

Worse yet, if by chance your actions as a Good Samaritan cause significant injury and a judge or jury of your peers decides that you really botched it when you took the actions that you took, perhaps in a mistaken belief that you were doing a good deed, a court of law could find you responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars or millions of dollars if the resulting injuries are severe.

Whether or not any of these situations were covered by the Good Samaritan Law in California to begin with, it is possible that these situations could also now put you into hot water and into court as a possible defendant in a personal injury lawsuit:

1. Donations of bad food - Have you ever given old canned food to a food drive and failed to look at the dates on the cans? What if the food in those cans were beyond the expiration date and causes food poisoning? You might be held responsible in such a case, Good Samaritan Law, notwithstanding. Beer that is past it’s expiration date probably won’t be a problem for you but if someone serves it to a minor who drinks it and gets into a car accident, the server may face a lawsuit.

2. Donations of organs - Say you are still alive and donate an organ that fails after it is given to a sick patient or you give an organ upon your death that does no more good to the person it is given to than it did for you? Sounds like the deed of a Good Samaritan. And if you drank too much wine while you were alive and your shot liver is given to someone else upon your death, your estate may regret all that wine you drank while you were alive if the liver recipient doesn’t do well with your alcohol soaked liver. Still, we hope this is not the case.

3. Jumping into a swimming pool to save a drowning person - If, in pulling that person to the side or lifting them out of the pool you cause them injury, you can clearly be sued under this new ruling. And, if you proceed to give the person artificial respiration, but botch that as well, or if you botch it so badly, a jury or judge decides that you weren’t even rendering medical emergency treatment, a vindictive jury may hold you responsible for causing the swimmer’s death or additional injuries, such as brain damage.

4. What if you’ve been watching too many movies and you knock a person down or jump onto them to protect them from being shot by a bank robber running away and in so doing break their neck? Guess what? You may have just won yourself another lawsuit.

5. And if you swerve to avoid hitting a dog and hit another car instead? I hate to tell you, but in this situation, courts and insurance companies will almost always find you to be at fault, in the belief that a dog’s life has little value (this is not my opinion) and if you cause injury to another human just to save the life of an animal, you take the fall.

6. If you help someone out of a burning airplane, push them out the door into the chute and they take a header onto the tarmac, guess what? Some lawyer may slap you with a lawsuit.

7. If you see someone choking on a piece of meat in a restaurant and rush to perform the Heimlich maneuver, don’t bruise their ribs getting the person to cough up that piece of food. Otherwise, you guessed it. An attorney’s lawsuit may be served on you with your next meal.

8. Finally, what about EMS helicopter pilots? There has been a rash nationwide of EMS helicopters crashing as they transport accident victims from the scenes of their auto accidents to nearby hospitals. Since the pilot is not rendering medical treatment, it’s likely that they can be sued and can be found at fault if a judge or jury finds them responsible for some negligence in their piloting of their helicopter   

Can a person be sued for not coming to another’s aid? Apparently not, according to the California Supreme Court decision. But a person who does come to the aid of another has a ‘duty to exercise due care.’

If you do pull someone from a burning car, here are some facetious do’s and don’ts:

1) First, do not yank the car accident victim’s arm out of their socket when pulling someone from a burning car. Instead, first put on gloves, put on a fire retardant suit, and then with the flames licking at your suit, gently apply a neck brace, back brace, full body brace and with full medical precautions, gently lift the person from the burning wreckage. In the event, you see gas seeping from the gas tank and flames getting closer to the gas, move faster.

2) Once you remove the auto accident victim from the burning car, do not drop them on the sidewalk. Instead, gently place them on a warm blanket (not the wet grass where they might catch a cold).

3) Immediately, if not sooner, start applying bandages to every part of their body, thus qualifying your actions as emergency medical care. If you can do this while gently lifting them from the burning car, even better.

4) Request bystanders to take pictures with their cell phones of you applying bandages to the personal injury victim and acting like a doctor, even if you don’t have a medical license. If by chance you are not a doctor or paramedic, quickly go online, take a crash medical course to become a paramedic, and be sure you pass the test. Then print out your license for all to see.

5) Call only the finest medical personnel in the state to the scene of the accident in case your 911 call results in medical malpractice being performed by a newly licensed paramedic and your call is determined not to be an act of administering medical care in an emergency. Obviously, you will want to get onto the internet with your phone or computer and research the local medical professionals. If you can’t get onto the internet to research who would be the best emergency personnel to call to the scene, make the 911 call anonymously.

6) If the car that you thought was going to explode just doesn’t seem to want to explode, and you were a little rough in pulling the auto accident victim from their car, you may want to call a tow truck driver to push the car further away as this may prevent other injuries and help your situation. Just be sure to first ensure that any resulting explosion doesn’t hurt any bystanders or the victim you yanked from the car.

7) Keep administering medical care to the vehicle accident victim until medical personnel arrive. Since you’ve administered medical care, even if you are not a doctor, the car or truck or motorcycle accident victim is potentially now your patient, and there are rules about abandoning patients.

In the event the auto or motorcycle accident victim you’ve saved is delirious, you may also want to provide psychiatric counseling to them, which could conceivably also be considered medical treatment.

9) If weather conditions are bad or it is nighttime, and an EMS helicopter arrives at the scene instead of an ambulance, in view of the rash of EMS helicopter accidents in the U.S. you may want to suggest to the accident victim that he or she walks to the hospital as it may be safer. However, keep applying bandages throughout the walk and again, do not abandon your patient.

10) Proceed only to the hospital in your area with the best mortality rate. After walking ten or fifteen miles after a horrific car accident, because you stupidly declined medical treatment at the scene, you do not want to walk your patient into a hospital with a high medical malpractice rate or one with a higher fatality rate for car accident victims than ninety percent of the other hospitals in the state.

The California Supreme Court decision is rewriting the rules of liability in auto and car accidents, in motorcycle and truck crashes and in personal injury situations in general in the golden state and may make people think twice before acting as a Good Samaritan.

If you’ve had a personal injury accident in San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, Santa Barbara, Yorba Linda, Tustin, Ventura, Oxnard, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Santa Ana, Orange, Fullerton, Costa Mesa, or anywhere in Southern California, we have the knowledge and resources to be your California Personal Injury Lawyer and your Southern CA Personal Injury Attorney. Be sure to hire a California law firm with auto, motorcycle, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, car, bus, train, boat and airplane accident experience, wrongful death experience and insurance law expertise who can ensure you are properly represented and get the compensation you deserve.

By: R. Sebastian Gibson

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Chicago Man Says He Wasn’t Driving In Fatal Hit-And-Run

Chicago man says he’s wasn’t driving in fatal hit-and-run. The owner of a Porsche that ran down two pedestrians in Fort Lauderdale says he was not the driver of the car at the time of the accident.

 
Car Accident On Icy Roads End In Chicago Man’s Death

Icy roads are the culprit again, as a 53-year-old Chicago man died recently in a car accident while driving in Indiana. The man was hit head on by a pickup truck, which had lost control after skidding on ice.

Auto Accidents Caused by Driving Under the Influence of Drugs

Auto accident lawyers are relatively busy filing auto accident lawsuits in the wake of drug related car accidents, as the damage done is often exacerbated by the behavior which occurs immediately following the accident.

Dropped Fire Hose Causes Pileup on Interstate 64 

The hose caused a 10-car pileup behind the truck, but all of the damage was minor, fortunately. Johnston City’s fire chief apologized and said the city’s insurance carrier would cover the damage, although he did not have a cost estimate at the time.

Maryland and DC Area Drivers at Risk For Serious Injury 

The car underrode the semi, the trailer sheered through the car’s passenger compartment instantly killing the three adults in the front seat. The children fortunately survived the accident with minor injuries.

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Advice on what to do and expect after you’ve had a car accident.

No matter how many safety features car-makers add to our vehicles, there is still the human element to deal with. Somebody runs a red light, doesn’t brake fast enough, or is in too much of a hurry to notice the 18-wheeler in the next lane and an accident is the result. As more and more people get on the road, the odds increase that something will happen to you and your vehicle. Because of that fact, having quality insurance is important, whether an accident (and the resulting ticket) is your fault or not. But what happens when the accident is your fault? What if there are a few accidents and tickets that are your fault? Here’s some advice on what to do and what to expect after you’ve had an accident.

Double-Check Your Coverage
One of the first things you should look into after you’ve had an accident is what exactly your auto insurance covers. Different policies from different auto insurance providers will cover you against different incidents and for different amounts. Knowing what you’re covered against is a good first step to knowing what to expect financially for the future.

Contact Your Auto Insurance Provider
Even after you’ve exchanged information with whomever you’ve had an accident with, you should call your car insurance provider to let them know what has happened. While they are sure to find out eventually, calling them allows you to give your side of the story, and being proactive never hurts either.

Work With Your Car Insurance Provider
Depending on the accident, and how many you’ve had, your car insurance provider may increase your premiums, require you to attend classes about responsible driving, or they may simply cancel your policy. Be aware of these possibilities and be ready to work with your car insurance company to overcome any issues that may present themselves.

Get the Forms You Need
Depending on the severity of the accident, and how many you’ve had, your auto insurance provider, or the courts, may require that you get certain forms that acknowledge your status as a high-risk driver, or that you don’t have car insurance at all. If you have North Carolina auto insurance this form is called a FS-1, and if you have Virginia car insurance it’s called a SR-22, but they’re essentially the same thing.

Getting Your FS-1/SR-22
Most auto insurance providers will file these for you if either they or the courts dictate that you must have one, however, if you don’t have car insurance and you need either the FS-1 or the SR-22, you clearly can’t rely on your car insurance company to file them for you. There are typically locations throughout any town or city that can provide the form and file it for you for a fee. Having this form is not a form of car insurance, but more an acknowledgement of your risk status or lack of auto insurance.
                                 

                                                           
Be Prepared
While you can’t truly prepare for an accident, being prepared for what happens after you’ve had one, including knowing what to do, can help save you time and money down the line. If you’re a high-risk driver then being prepared for the worst is probably the best idea as it will allow you to be prepared for whatever might come. That doesn’t mean, however, that the worst will happen.

About the Author
Christy Winston is a Branch Manager for Insurance Doctor, which can be found at: http://www.myinsurancedoctor.com . Insurance Doctor is a leading provider of North Carolina auto insurance and Virginia auto insurance for drivers of all records.

By Big Oak SEO Published: 9/28/2007

Mississippi Traffic Cameras: Good Or Bad

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Ocala I-75 Ten Car Crash Leaves Two Women Dead 

As reported by the Star Banner on Monday, a Ford F-150 pickup truck traveling south on I-75 spun out of control this morning causing a 10 car wreck resulting in two drivers dying. 

Stripper Sues Employer Because She Got Too Drunk 

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Car Accident? Injured? Get a Free Attorney Consultation

When it comes to settling claims, having an experienced attorney fight your claim can make all the difference between success and failure. Here are the top four reasons to get an attorney consultation.

When it comes to settling claims, having an experienced attorney fight your claim can make all the difference between success and failure. Yet, people still shy away from consulting an attorney. Why? Is it because of some myths associated with them? If you need more proof to be less wary of consulting attorneys, here are the top four reasons:

Reason 1: Most initial accident or injury claim consultations are absolutely free, with no obligation to continue further legal counsel. So you do not have to hire the attorney no matter how many questions you ask about settlement tips, injury claims, etc. This should be enough reason to motivate you to see a qualified injury claims attorney for settlement tips.

Reason 2: By consulting an attorney, you are also exercising your right to speak to an attorney before you provide any information to the insurance company. If you plan on submitting a written statement before consulting an attorney, you could be harming your accident claims case without even realizing it.

Any negotiations with your insurance company before you consult an attorney can go against you in many ways. One important way is that the company pegs a certain settlement value to your claim, which is usually lower than compensation amount you deserve. Later, even if you engage an attorney, the provider will always bargain based on their ‘original’ settlement value.

Reason 3: No one can advise you about all the damages that you are entitled to better than an experienced attorney. He will also be able to inform you about the right parties and policies to file claims with, since such subtle legal changes make all the difference. With such appropriate knowledge, you will no doubt file your vehicle repair claim, medical claim, etc. with all the right parties.

Reason 4: Getting fair compensation from an insurance provider is rarely easy. The need of an experienced personal injury attorney to successfully resolve your case cannot be emphasized enough. In fact, there are studies that prove that insurance providers pay more compensation when the claimant has involved an attorney.  

In other words, if you don’t want to hire an attorney because you think it’s a hassle, you are in for more trouble than if you have an experienced attorney on your side.

By Diana Joseph Published: 4/24/2008

Dallas: Two People Died In Bizarre Car Accident

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The Dallas Morning News

The veteran cop is recovering at home after being banged up in two car accidents in less than 24 hours this week, the first one coming while he was on patrol in Far North Dallas. "My biggest injury is just disbelief," said Felini, 42.

Rockwall Man Killed In Dallas Motorcycle Accident 

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Shelly Greco-United Auto Refuses To Pay 

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Dallas Car, Truck, SUV Accident Attorney 

The Dallas roads have become more and more unsafe as drivers take to the roads, either by themselves or with family and friends.

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After being involved in a car accident, it is natural to feel disoriented and scared. However, you need to remember that you are entitled to compensation. These are some easy car accidents tips to help you file your claim:

Call the police
Getting medical attention for your injuries will, of course, be your first instinct. However, once you are through with that, remember to inform the police about what has happened.

Note important details
Another important car accident tip would be to exchange contact information with the other driver. Also, ask for details of his insurance company and note down the registration number of the car he is driving. If possible, take a few moments to jot down what you remember about the accident so you don’t forget any important facts.

Remain tight-lipped
Take care not to discuss unnecessary details about the accident with the other driver or an insurance agency representative who may come on the scene. This is an important car accident tip because, legally, you are not bound to discuss matters related to the accident except with the authorities. This holds irrespective of whether you believe that the accident was your fault or not.

Contact your insurance company
Always contact your insurance company so they have your side of the story. It may sometimes seem easier to deal with the other driver directly, without involving a third party. However, you could be in trouble if, later, the other driver does not stick to his word or claims injuries that were not present at the time of the accident.

Consult an attorney
If your injury, or the damage done to your car, is significant, immediately contact an attorney-preferably one who specializes in car accident cases. This is the most important of your car accident tips, as a good attorney can help you get maximum compensation for your case.

Diana Joseph has an in-depth knowledge in dealing with injury claims. She has written numerous articles on injury claims issues, particularly those involving car accident and other topics of claims. Apply for your claim compensation now!

By Diana Joseph Published: 9/22/2008

Man Paralyzed in Illinois Motor Vehicle Accident

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Valentine’s Day Crash in Bartlett

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St Louis Missouri Auto Accident Lawyers

The man was driving his car down the Interstate late Saturday night when he drifted across the road, hit a nearby guardrail, and overturned his vehicle in the Missouri auto accident.

Whiplash Information :: Sacramento Brain Injury Lawyer

A terrible car accident involving a sister and brother tragically left the sister dying in her brother’s arms. Moseley Collins obtained $1200000.00 (policy limits) for the surviving sibling. The accident occurred in El Dorado County.

Car Accidents Are Leading Cause of Spinal Cord Injury

A recent article published in US News and World Report on Friday, February 6, 2009 by “Health Day” reporter Steven Weinberg indicated that car accidents are the leading cause of spinal cord injury in the United States for those aged 65 .

 Chicago Auto Accident Lawyers

Police report that the driver of a 1990 Ford Thunderbird was headed west on Galena Blvd. at a high rate of speed, when he ran a stop sign causing the Illinois auto accident. The vehicle then drove off the road and hit three teens.

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If you sustained injuries during a car accident, you are generally considered a victim, unless evidences turns out that you are partly at fault or fully liable for the occurrence of such accident.

As a rule, though, injured individuals in accident cases can bring up a claim or even a lawsuit for them to be compensated and be able to recover damages on the expenses and other losses they incurred upon the occurrence of the accident. They might be able to recover expenses on their property, medical treatment and other economic damages.

Furthermore, part of the recovery they may receive would also involve a settlement for the physical and emotional pain and anguish they have suffered.

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Litigations regarding car accidents could turn quite complicated on some issues. Thus, if you were injured and you firmly believe of not having anything to do in causing the accident, then you have to retain an experienced and proficient accident attorney who specializes in motor vehicle accidents.

Having expert lawyer services, especially when you found out that your injuries are severe and disabling with a profound effect on you and your family’s lifestyle is a wise action to ensure having a good chance of receiving just and fair recovery.

Here are some of the recovery you are entitled to receive:

Damages - in all cases involving negligence, the victim can recover fair compensation for the:

physical & mental pain and anguish they have gone through
medical treatment and rehabilitative costs
lost income during period of recuperation and future loss of income
permanent impairment and disfigurement

Typical damages:

medical bills for necessary future treatments
loss of pleasure in life
damages to physical property

If you sustained past injuries not related to those you have recently acquired, it would not have any effect on your right to receive fair compensation. If you have proof to show that your recent injuries aggravated past injuries, then you can even recover additional damages for such reason.

Damages to family members - if you are not a direct victim of a car accident, but a spouse or child, as a family member of the victim, you also have the right to recover damages:

Either the husband or wife of the victim can file a claim on "loss of consortium." This connotes the negative effects that the accident brought about to their marital relationship with the victim.

Loss of consortium may be the loss of the spouse’s companionship, love, comfort, affections, moral support, sexual relations, solace, ability to bear or have children, and the physical help in maintaining and operating a home.

It must be noted down if the conditions that bring about the loss of consortium are permanent or temporary.

Insurance - as a victim you may also be entitled to get compensation form an insurance company for the damages and loss you have felt and incurred. If the negligent party does not have sufficient insurance or is not insured enough to cover the damages, then you can also claim compensation from the company where you have insurance.

Check out your insurance policy if you are also entitled to benefits that they may provide for injured clients and their families. 

Remember that the total amount of damages you can recover depends on the factors like:

-Who is liable or at fault
-The ease with which the other party’s liability was established
-The severity of injuries
-The types of medical treatments
-Amount of available insurance coverage

For further questions and explanations on the compensation, you and your family might be able to recover, it is best to consult with an accident attorney.

Learn more about filing accident claims in the state of California by consulting with qualified and highly experienced Accident Attorneys California.

By Mesriani Law Group Published: 10/30/2007

 
WTHR - Indianapolis News Weather -Family sues over death

Auburn - The family of a 66-year-old man who was found dead the day after he was in a car wreck has filed a lawsuit against the police agencies that investigated the crash.

Woman Sues Godsmack Singer For Car Wreck

Woman sues Godsmack singer for car wreck  A Chelmsford woman and her parents are suing rock star Sully Erna of the band Godsmack because of a car accident last year.

Pierce Transit Shuttle Van Involved In Injury Accident

The auto accident occurred when the van was rear-ended by a semi-truck which pushed the van into another vehicle. Washington State Trooper Brandy Kessler says that the semi-truck driver was driving too fast.

Drunk Driver Kills Friend in 1993 and then Female UK Co-Ed in 2008

In 1993, Houser was arrested and charged with DUI manslaughter following a car wreck on Russell Cave Road in Lexington, Kentucky that killed his friend .

Federal Truck Wreck Lawsuit Filed

Federal truck wreck lawsuit filed. The family of a Pennsylvania woman killed in a tractor trailer accident in November has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit. The woman was killed when a tractor-trailer struck an overpass.

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Everyone who owns a vehicle in the State of Colorado is required to carry a minimum amount of liability insurance on his/her vehicle in case they are involved in a collision.

If you are a victim of another’s driving errors or carelessness, contact a qualified Denver Auto Accident Attorney today. Denver Car Accident Attorneys specialize in personal injury law as it relates to motor vehicle accidents, and are familiar with the issues you are facing.

How Can a Denver Car Accident Attorney Help?

If you have been injured in a car accident through no fault of your, you may not be aware of your legal rights. A qualified Colorado car accident lawyer can be of assistance in helping you to learn of your rights, and defend those rights in a court of law by getting you the compensation you deserve.

What Can I Collect?

Under the laws of Colorado, you are entitled to be compensated for:

-medical and rehabilitation expenses
-lost wages
-damaged or lost property

up to the limit of the defendant’s policy. If the insurance company is treating you unfairly, you may be entitled to additional damages as well. Your Colorado car accident lawyer will make certain that your are treated in accordance with the law by the insurance company.

Can I Sue For Pain and Suffering?

You certainly can, and your Denver auto accident attorney will do his/her best to make sure you get as much as possible. Be aware however that (1) pain and suffering is subjective and difficult to document and quantify; and (2) you cannot get blood out of a turnip; such damages are filed against the individual, not the insurer, and there may be no assets for which you can sue. Your Denver car accident lawyer can advise you further in this regard.

Is There a Difference Between a Lawyer and an Attorney?

We have used the terms ‘Denver auto accident attorney’ and ‘Denver car accident lawyer’ synonymously here, but there’s a distinction: a ‘Denver auto accident lawyer’ a licensed professional with a law degree, but a ‘Denver car accident attorney’ may not be; anyone, even you yourself, could act as a ‘legal representative.’ with ‘power of attorney.’ The safest course of action is to make sure your Colorado car accident attorney who is also a licensed lawyer as well

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 Oregon Personal Injury Lawsuit Seeks $13 Million for Boy

The defendants in the case are Matthew Ellmers who is accused of negligence for causing the auto accident, Kimberly Snyder, who lent her Isuzu Rodeo to him .

Missouri’s Courts Allow Interested Parties to Join Lawsuits
 Through What is Called Intervention :: Missouri Accident Lawyer Blog. … Today, Judge Dildine, in the Circuit Court of Lincoln County, Missouri granted our Motion to Intervene and assert claims for Wrongful Death on behalf of a family whose mother was killed in a car wreck in Lincoln County.

Toomey Family Files Lawsuit
Joseph Toomey, a 16-year-old Satsuma High School football standout paralyzed in a 2007 automobile accident, has filed a lawsuit against General Motors Corporation, Mobile County, the Mobile County Commission and the City of Prichard.

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It is liberating to know that you can pick the type of transportation you want to use-whether it be a bus, a car, or a motorcycle. That is why you can also be involved in many different types of personal injury claims cases. The most vulnerable type of transportation is the motorcycle. That is why there are so many motorcycle personal injury attorneys.

A personal injury attorney knows about the laws of the state in which they are practicing and serving clients. A personal injury attorney is there to help you alleviate the burden of medical expenses by helping you get the right type of compensation for your motorcycle personal injury claims case. Furthermore, a personal injury attorney is aware of the state laws which are relevant to a case.

This means that they know about the statutes of limitation and what you, as the client and victim, can do in order to get the compensation for the damages caused. With the aid of a personal injury attorney, you will be able to get secure relief for medical expenses, loss of income, partial or permanent disability, property damages, and psychological suffering. This also helps you move on with your life without having the harsh impact of personal injury bog you down. What you have to remember is that a personal injury attorney will help you make the claims, but you will be required to act fast.

Often the most successful personal injury cases have been those where the person acted fast and provided all the necessary documentation. This, in turn, means consulting with a personal injury attorney who understands your situation. You don’t even have to go to them. Most personal injury attorney are more than happy to come to you. This way you have no excuse to let the fact that you have been a victim go unpunished. It is your right to speak up and get compensated for someone’s injurious act against you-so use it.

Author: Emanuele Allenti

 Claiming Compensation After a Motorcycle Accident

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Legal Issues Regarding Motorcycle Accidents in Dallas

Over the past decade, motorcycle rider fatalities and registrations have been on the rise. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has reported that 4810 motorcyclists died in 2006.

Freestyle Motocross Racer Killed During Backflip

According to reports by Motorcycle injury lawyers in California, American freestyle racer Jeremy Lusk, resident of Temecula California died from head injuries after a motocross accident while doing a backflip.

Motorcycle Riders On Congested Los Angeles Highways

Be sure you get professionals who specialize in accidents and personal injuries in the Los Angeles area, when you or one of your family members are forced with needing to retain a  motorcycle lawyer because of an accident or injury.

California Car Accident Lawyers

An Orange County motorcycle rider, who was hospitalized for two months for extensive injuries he sustained in an accident on Pacific Coast Highway, has filed a defective road lawsuit against Caltrans. 42-year-old James Kubeck.

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Have you been the unfortunate victim of an accident? After you receive medical attention, the next thing to do is file a claim for compensation for your injuries. Remember, however, the claim process can be quite complicated. Mistakes in your claim can lead to its rejection.

There’s where a good accident l awyer comes in. Here’s a guide to finding one.
                                                                     
How to Avoid Bad Accident Lawyers

The process of finding a good accident lawyer begins with knowing what to avoid. Nothing can stop that lawyer with little experience in injury claims or a poor track record from posing as an expert. Also, being featured in a legal directory or the Yellow Pages is no guarantee of success.

Avoid lawyers if they:

• Ask you for money. Avoid a lawyer who demands payment or promises you a definite win without understanding the case.

• Demand a percentage share of the compensation amount.You should demand a "no win, no fee" agreement only. This means that the lawyer is paid only if you win the claim. The advantage of doing so is that the lawyer will take on your case only if you stand a good chance of winning.

• Do not have experience in injury claims. Remember that laws differ, depending on the type of accident. For example, the claim procedure for a workplace accident is different than one for car accidents. Ask your lawyer to state the type of injuries he or she has dealt with.

• Do not have a good track record. Your lawyer should also be able to provide references from other professional lawyers as well as previous clients. Speak to the clients to be able to understand their experience. At the same time, don’t just rely only on somebody’s recommendation or success. Their case may be different from yours.

Before you interview your accident lawyer, read up on cases and speak to a lot of people with a similar experience. Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Ultimately, your preparation and knowledge will help you find an accident lawyer who is perfect for your needs.

Diana Joseph has an in-depth knowledge in dealing with injury claims. She has written numerous articles on injury claims issues, particularly those involving car accident and other topics of claims. Please contact her for further information on claims related issues.

By Diana Joseph Published: 7/29/2008

Pedestrian vs. Car Accident Settlement — Chicago

Chicago Car Accident Lawyers at Abels & Annes have reached a settlement for a teen skateboarder who was hit in a crosswalk by a vehicle that failed to yield the right of way. 

Wife of Car Accident Victim Reaches $521500 Settlement 
Wife of car accident victim reaches $521500 settlement :: Chicago Car Accident Lawyer Blog. 

Man Charged With DUI in 6-Car Crash - Chicago 

Cruz was charged with felony aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, driving with a suspended license, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, and leaving the scene of a property damage accident.

Five Hurt As Vehicle Rams Parked Squad Car - Chicago 

A 30-year-old Minnesota man has been charged with driving under the influence after the vehicle he was driving crashed into a parked police car early Sunday morning in an accident that sent five people to the hospital.

Car Accident On Icy Roads End In Chicago Man’s Death

Icy roads are the culprit again, as a 53-year-old Chicago man died recently in a car accident while driving in Indiana. The man was hit head on by a pickup truck, which had lost control after skidding on ice. 

Two Ejected In Chicago Rollover Accident 

A rollover car accident with two people receiving personal injuries from being ejected caused all outbound lanes on a Chicago expressway to be closed early this morning. 

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Having an auto accident that involves a truck can be a devastating experience. Quite literally, your life can change in an instant, especially if one or more of the members of your vehicle were killed or seriously injured in the accident.

When a 15-ton tractor trailer or delivery truck crashes into your automobile, the odds are stacked heavily against those riding in the automobile: they will likely incur some sort of physical or mental trauma as a result. At minimum, having an accident with a truck will often leave the passengers of the automobile severely affected and in need of medical, legal and financial assistance.

If you have been involved in a truck accident, it is important that you take all of the necessary steps to ensure the best physical, emotional, and financial outcome for yourself and your fellow passengers.

Here are 7 tips for what to do if you have been involved in an accident with a truck:                            

Tip 1: Contact the authorities:

Immediately following the accident - provided that you are able to move and that it seems safe to do so - contact the police or state patrol. It is essential that you summon one of these city or state-level authorities to be present in order to attend to any injured or potentially injured people, as well as to take witness statements and gather evidence concerning the causes and nature of the accident.

Tip 2: Obtain the insurance information of the truck driver:

Whether or not you are able to contact an authority right away, be sure to request the driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle plate information from the driver of the truck. These will be important items to have on record. Remember, even if you, your passengers and your vehicle seem to have made it through the accident relatively unharmed, it is always important to document the event. Some of the effects of the accident may show up later.

Tip 3: Do not admit fault:

Some people who have just suffered the shock and emotional trauma of a truck accident feel the need to immediately talk about their experience with others. It is very important that while you remain at the scene of the accident you avoid admitting any degree of fault concerning what happened. Unless you are a lawyer, it is likely that you are unaware of all of the potential ramifications related to determining fault in an accident. Even if you feel you were partially at fault, it is generally your right to refrain from making any statement to police or to other drivers that might be self-incriminating. Just give your contact and driver information, and ask the authorities if you are free to leave the scene. If the answer is no, then request that you be given the opportunity to have an attorney of your choosing be present during any questioning, and do not answer questions after that point.

Tip 4: Check your car and the surrounding area for damage:

If you happen to have a camera at the scene of the accident, be sure to take as many pictures as you can. Get photos of your car, the truck with which you collided, and any relevant surrounding items such as telephone poles, other cars, etc. Specifically, take photographs of the accident scene, any tire tracks or skid marks, and any damage to either vehicle. Cell phones with cameras have made this easy to accomplish. It is best to share those photos only with your lawyer, until the attorney informs you that you are required to furnish them to anyone else.

Tip 5: See a doctor:

Once you leave the scene of the accident, your first stop should be at the office of your doctor or a nearby hospital, depending upon the severity of your injuries. If you feel you are unable to drive, request an ambulance or have a friend or relative take you somewhere that you can receive medical attention right away. If you do not immediately feel that you have been injured, you may find that in the days or weeks following your accident you begin experiencing pains in your body. If this is the case, be sure to visit a doctor and to report your problems at that time. The longer you wait to seek medical attention after the accident, the more difficult it will be to substantiate a claim for personal injuries, should you or any passengers suffer injuries from the collision. It is safest to seek medical attention immediately, because you may be injured and not be capable of knowing it due to increased adrenaline or even shock.

Tip 6: Notify your insurance company:

In Texas, you should notify your insurance company as soon as reasonably possible after having had an accident. Different insurance policies have different "Duties after Loss" provisions and requirements. It is best to send a letter giving written notice of a claim as soon as possible, even after you have called to report the collision. Once your immediate medical needs have been attended to and you have adequately documented the accident, notifying your insurance company should be your first priority. You may share details of your accident with your insurance company as reasonably requested. It is almost never a good idea to give any statement, recorded or otherwise, to the trucker’s insurance company.

Tip 7: Contact an injury lawyer:

It is always wise to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible following an accident. There are many possible ramifications of being involved in an automobile accident with a truck, including those that can affect your long-term health, your finances, and your mental well-being. In most cases, your lawyer will conduct his or her own thorough investigation in order to determine where you stand legally as a result of the accident. Your lawyer will want immediate access to any and all documentation you may have made of the accident. Your lawyer acts as your ally in making sure that you are fairly compensated and that your legal rights and financial standing remain in the best possible condition as a result of the accident.

Being involved in an accident with a truck is something that can change your life in the blink of an eye. Taking the right steps at the scene of the accident and during the days and weeks afterward can make a world of difference in your quality of life for years to come.

Author: Daniel B. Ross

Daniel B. Ross is licensed as an attorney by the Supreme Court of the State of Texas. Mr. Ross focuses on personal injury law and has years of experience fighting for the rights of clients who have been involved in truck accidents. You may contact him through his Web site: http://www.myaustininjurylawyer.com

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Fort Myers Florida I-75 Motorcycle Accident

Beef O’Brady’s on Palm Beach Boulevard in Fort Myers Shores in Lee County is holding a benefit to assist the family of a Fort Myers cheerleader seriously injured in a South Florida motorcycle accident. … This often stacks the odds against Florida motorcyclists if they have the misfortune to be in an accident with a car, truck, or SUV.

Orange County DUI Accident Injures Three

Three people – Jiwon Lee, 27, of Brea, Sarah Garrat, 25, of Bellflower and Ayesha King, 23, of Los Angeles – were injured in a Sunset Beach auto accident on November 12, 2008.  

Man Dies at Local Landfill

One man is dead after an accident at a landfill in Kearny Mesa on February 6th. 42-year-old Lee Haleem was unloading a truck at the Miramar Recycling Center when his handcart forklift began to fall over.

Truck Accident in Chicago Injures 3

When someone is a victim of an automobile accident they have the right to fight for damages as a result of the accident. At LawLeaf we understand the importance that a plaintiff have the right to seek full compensation for injuries.

Truck Accident Lawsuit Results in $23.5 Million

The truck accident lawsuit was filed by Terry Frederick and his wife as a result of injuries he sustained while in the sleeping berth of the other truck involved in the accident.

Who Is Liable for Truck Accident Injuries?

If the driver was operating the vehicle as an employee of a trucking company, then the trucking company’s insurance policy will, in most cases, be a party to any lawsuit as well.

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