Negligence Defined Negligence defined is an act of carelessness. A negligent party either does something careless or fails to do something precautionary to prevent an accident. The act can be intentional, or not intentional. The word negligence comes up often when seeking to obtain compensation for injuries and other loses. Negligence is basis of most…read more

What Can I Claim In Damages? Damages ultimately deal with money. The amount in damages is basically equal to the extent of injuries or harm caused by another party. Your injuries may be caused by the action or inaction of that party. The most important takeaway is that without damages, there is no compensation. Also,…read more

Accidents are bad experiences.  Period.  If they didn’t catch you off guard, and shake you up, they wouldn’t be called accidents. To fall suddenly, or be blindsided by an approaching object, or rear-ended by another vehicle…any accident has the potential to leave a person in a state of shock.

The first stage of investigation after an auto accident is to gather evidence.  The on-the-spot investigation is typically performed by a police officer, or officers who have been called to the location of the crash.

We are a bicycle-friendly state where vehicular cycling is a common sight, especially during the warmer weather months.  Like most states, there are laws in our state to protect bikers from cars.  However, it’s easy to understand why these laws may be challenging to enforce.  For the cycling enthusiast, this places more emphasis on the importance of awareness and self-perseverance.

The scene of an accident can be chaotic, shocking, and confusing.  Immediately after an accident, many things go through your mind.  It is important to evaluate the situation to make the best decision regarding what steps to take next.  If you, your passengers, or anyone involved has been severely injured, the most important step is…read more

In a personal injury case, it is not unusual for an injury victim to sue for compensatory and or punitive damages. Compensatory damages are designed to replace both economic and non-economic losses due to an injury caused by the negligence of another party. Losing your job, losing income during your recovery period, and/or losing long-term…read more

In an instant, your life has turned upside down from someone else’s reckless actions. You likely feel overwhelmed not knowing how to pay your medical bills from your inability to work during your recovery. When the stakes are high, seek legal help from an experienced personal injury law firm.