Evaluating Your Options

• Don't Handle A Dog Bite On Your Own—Call A Pro

  28 January 2020

  It's unfortunate when a dog attacks. The aftermath is painful, but the effects can last a lifetime. While it may be easy to just let it go, you or your loved one deserves justice. So where do you turn? The first step after getting medical treatment is to contact a good personal injury attorney who is willing to fight your case. They will help you decipher what plan of action to take next.

• How Does Ridesharing Affect Personal Accident Liability?

  27 January 2020

  Accidents between privately held vehicles are often relatively simple affairs. Since most accidents involve only two drivers, the assignment of blame and liability rarely involves other parties. While commercial vehicle accidents can be more challenging to handle, ridesharing services have made the landscape more complicated for accidents involving vehicles that would not traditionally fall under the commercial umbrella. There are several situations where you may find yourself involved in a personal liability suit involving ridesharing, and the unique circumstances surrounding each scenario will significantly influence the assignment of liability.

• What Happens If You Have Hit A Pedestrian With Your Car?

  23 January 2020

  It's an accident that is happening more frequently in recent years. A car hitting a pedestrian and causing either serious injury or even death. It has become a real prospect because cities continue to grow and more people are walking and crossing streets than ever before. What happens if you have hit a pedestrian with your car? Is there a way to defend against charges? Here is what you need to know if you have hit a pedestrian with your vehicle.

• Is A Business Liable When A Convenience Store Brawl Breaks Out?

  22 January 2020

  People suffer injury from slip and fall accidents inside convenience stores quite often. Questions of negligence arise regarding the store employees' contributions to any harm. If employees don't mop up spilled coffee after learning about the mess, the store might be held liable for any resulting injuries. What if a less common incident, such as a fight breaking out, occurs inside the store? Employees aren't security guards, so they can't be expected to break up a fight.

• How Personal Injury Representation Can Strengthen Your Case To Get The Compensation You Need

  20 January 2020

  You can try negotiating with an insurance company when you are injured by another person in an accident. You might get a settlement offer, but this is usually much lower than what you would get if you have a personal injury attorney. Insurance companies are interested in settling matters quickly, and you will likely get an offer that is tempting enough for you to consider it. A personal injury attorney takes a careful look at the merits of your case and will determine if an offer is reasonable or you should pursue further compensation for the injuries you have.