Blog: Personal Injury

View Post     Are Accidents with U-Haul Trucks the Same as Other Truck Accidents? U-Haul trucks range in size from small pickups to large box trucks. These trucks, which are rented to the public, don’t require a special license or experience to operate. That means people who are not used to driving larger trucks […]

Off-Road Vehicles in Nevada It’s not legal to ride off-highway vehicles on the roadway in Nevada, and most dirt bikes fall under this designation. However, there are some differences in the law for dirt bikes compared to other off-highway vehicles, such as ATVs or dune buggies. Find out more about whether you can ride a […]

Is it a Bad Idea to Loan My Car to a Friend? Collisions on the roadway can lead to a lot of complications. At the very least, you must work with your own insurance company and go through the claims process to ensure repairs to your vehicle are covered. In more complex situations, you may […]

Some law firms will charge you a consultation fee to discuss your case, while others will offer it for free. If a law firm does charge for consultations, they may use a fixed rate or charge their normal hourly fee. Most initial consultations do not involve a direct conversation with a lawyer; rather, a representative […]

You do not have to accept the insurance adjuster’s offer after making a claim. Sometimes, insurance adjusters make an offer before they understand the full extent of your injuries and losses. An initial settlement offer may not compensate you for future losses associated with the long-term effects of your injuries, such as rehabilitative therapy or […]

When people get hurt because of someone else’s negligence, it may be necessary to file a third-party claim. This legal process enables the injured to seek compensation for economic damages, such as medical bills or lost wages. However, some victims may also develop pain and suffering damages, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Is it […]

Victims who suffer a personal injury because of another’s negligence, have a right to seek compensation. However, the burden of proving negligence is on the injured party. In addition to providing tangible evidence, like medical bills, having a credible witness can help support a negligence claim. So what is witness credibility in a personal injury […]

What is Meant by the “Reasonable Person Standard”? The outcome of every personal injury case hinges on proving that the defendant acted negligently, which caused injury to the plaintiff. But how does the court determine whether the defendant’s actions were negligent and not simply an honest mistake or an unavoidable accident? The “reasonable person standard” […]

Personal Injury vs. Bodily Injury: What’s the Difference? While personal injury and bodily injury may sound like they are referring to the same thing, these two terms have distinct meanings when used in a legal sense. It can be helpful to remember that while a bodily injury and its associated costs may be part of […]

What Are the Differences Between First-Party and Third-Party Personal Injury Insurance Claims? After you’ve suffered losses in an accident, it can be confusing to know who to contact to begin the process of seeking compensation for your damages. Do you file a claim with your own insurance company, the at-fault party’s insurance, or both? Understanding […]