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Do Pedestrians Always Have the Right-of-Way?

There is a common belief that pedestrians always have the right-of-way. In truth, they often -->

What Questions Should I Ask My Car Accident Attorney?

You find yourself the victim of a motor vehicle accident. You immediately call a car -->

What Is Dram Shop Liability?

If you’ve experienced an injury due to the negligent actions of an intoxicated person, you -->

What Happens in a Car Accident Lawsuit?

Navigating a car accident can overwhelm you, especially when considering the additional complexities of pursuing -->

​What Can a Lawyer Do for You After a Car Accident?

Thousands of automobile accidents occur in the United States every year, leaving many to deal -->

How Often Do Car Accident Claims Go to Court?

Most car accident cases settle during negotiations, but there are instances when these cases go -->

How Much Should You Ask for in a Car Accident Settlement?

In a car accident settlement, you can ask for an amount that covers all crash-related -->

How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for a Car Accident?

A pre-determined, mutually agreed-upon percentage of the final court award or insurance settlement. Dealing with -->

Getting Into a Car Accident in a Friend’s Car: Who Is Liable? The Car Owner or the Driver?

Some car accidents may involve vehicles with drivers who don’t own them. Often, vehicle owners -->

TOP VETERAN RESOURCES FROM 2022

The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) sends out weekly newsletters to Veterans and their families. -->

What Do Car Accident Lawyers Do?

If you or a loved one gets into a car accident, an attorney with experience -->

Why Do I Need a Lawyer if I Just Suffered a Concussion?

Have you ever heard someone say, “it’s just a concussion” after an accident? Concussion has -->

When to Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident

After a car accident, those involved are often encouraged by well-meaning family and friends to -->

Did You Get Hurt or Lose a Loved One Because of a Metro-North or MTA Train Accident?

New York’s Metro-North and MTA trains and subways service millions of commuters around the city -->

What to Expect After a Car Accident

After a car accident, you might not know what to expect regarding the events immediately -->

What Is the Statute of Limitations in a Car Accident Claim?

Individuals injured in a car accident can seek compensation for their injuries using two methods. -->

What Is Considered Reckless Driving?

Reckless driving is a serious offense that often leads to serious accidents. Drivers must remain -->

What Happens if You Get PTSD After a Car Accident?

After a car accident caused by another driver’s carelessness or recklessness, there is often a -->

​What Happens After a Deposition in a Car Accident Case?

A deposition is a powerful tool for attorneys preparing a car accident case for court, -->

​Types of Car Accidents

Car accidents often come out of the blue. One minute, you may think that everything -->

What Causes Rollover Accidents?

You’ve probably passed one of these accidents on the road or seen them portrayed in -->