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Why a Fender Bender Could Be Much Worse Than You First Think
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on January 27, 2023Even at slower speeds, car crashes can cause significant injuries. We often think that the injuries are not going to be that bad if the vehicles involved did not suffer significant damage. However, this is often not the case. Crash victims may even downplay the severity of vehicle damage, not realizing how easy it is […]
Read moreWhat Happens in a Deposition For an Auto Accident Claim?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on January 06, 2023One of the reasons crash victims hesitate to contact an attorney is because they think an attorney will need to file a lawsuit. The thought of answering questions in a courtroom makes many people anxious. However, crash victims may also need to answer questions in a deposition before the trial begins. A deposition provides an […]
Read moreFault for a Collision That Occurs During a U-Turn
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on December 28, 2022A U-turn is a traffic maneuver that can be incredibly dangerous, even when the driver making the maneuver is being cautious. Unfortunately, drivers are often not careful when they make U-turns. Drivers who are nearby may also fail to exercise caution, increasing the risk of a collision that could cause injuries. Below, we discuss liability […]
Read moreWhat to Know About Building a Case Against a Drowsy Driver
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on December 21, 2022Many people are too fatigued to drive, particularly in the early morning and nighttime hours. Unfortunately, fatigue and lack of sleep do not stop many people from getting behind the wheel to go to work or school, pick up their children, or run an errand. Sadly, fatigued driving often results in dangerous collisions. Even if […]
Read moreWhere Should You Go For Medical Treatment After Getting Injured in a Car Crash?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on November 30, 2022Even if you do not feel much pain or have good reason to think you are seriously injured, you should get medical treatment after a car crash. You could be in shock and the adrenaline running through your body could be masking symptoms of an injury. If you wait to seek treatment, your injuries could […]
Read moreWhat Injured Victims Need to Know About Their Duty to Mitigate Damages
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on November 23, 2022When you seek compensation after suffering an injury in a car accident, the insurance company will want to know about your medical treatment. For example, they will want to know how soon after the accident you sought treatment and if you have continued your treatment. If you did not seek treatment soon after the crash, […]
Read moreWhat Should You Do First? Call a Lawyer or the Insurance Company?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on November 04, 2022Many vehicle crash victims talk to an insurance company before talking to a lawyer. While these victims may still recover compensation for their damages, their conversation with the insurance company could hurt the strength of their case. That is why it is generally best to talk to a lawyer before talking to the insurance company. […]
Read moreWhat if a Car Crash Aggravates a Preexisting Injury? Can You Still File a Claim?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on October 21, 2022Auto accidents are physically traumatic events that put drivers and passengers at risk for serious injuries. Any preexisting injuries, such as to the neck, back or the brain, could be aggravated during the crash and get worse. The insurance company may tell you they will not provide compensation for a preexisting injury because they are […]
Read moreCan the Car Insurance Company Appeal the Jury’s Award of Compensation?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on October 06, 2022If your car accident case goes to trial and is left in the hands of a jury, there is a good chance the jury is going to award significant compensation to the victim. Attorneys are unlikely to take cases to court unless they think there is a good chance that they can secure a verdict […]
Read moreWhat Should You Do if the Other Driver Lies to the Insurance Company About the Crash?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on August 29, 2022Many people try to avoid responsibility for their actions, like drivers who cause others to get injured in car crashes. At-fault drivers may lie about what happened to attempt to avoid financial responsibility and an increase in their insurance premium. When this happens, victims are understandably angry because the at-fault driver is making the process […]
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