How To Handle a Hit-and-Run Accident

How To Handle a Hit-and-Run Accident

According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, a hit-and-run accident, in which at least one driver flees the scene before police arrive, occurs approximately every 43 seconds in the United States.  More than 2,000 fatalities were caused in 2015 by hit-and-run drivers.  Hit-and-run accidents do not only affect motorists; many pedestrians and bicyclists are also victims of these crashes.

There is a pervasive myth that you cannot collect any damages if you were hit by a hit-and-run driver.

This is untrue, but the persistence of this belief probably costs drivers millions of dollars every year.  The fact is that even if the driver is not caught, you can, in many cases, collect from your own insurance company or that of a third party, who will then take the responsibility of finding and seeking compensation from the hit-and-run driver.

The reason that many people believe that you cannot collect in these accidents probably stems from the idea that the driver who caused the accident would not have left the scene if he or she had insurance, a license, or both.  While this is certainly the case in some situations, it is not always true.  Furthermore, your uninsured motorist coverage should pay at least a portion of your damages even without compensation from the disappearing driver.

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What Is Chronic Pain Syndrome?

What Is Chronic Pain Syndrome?

Chronic pain syndrome is a disabling set of conditions that affect about 25 percent of those with serious injuries.  According to a recent study, chronic pain is the leading complaint among ambulatory patients after surgery or injury.  Chronic pain can impact all areas of a patient’s life and lead to depression, anxiety, and other long-term effects.

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Can I Recover Damage From a Crime?

Can I Recover Damage From a Crime?

One question that sometimes arises for personal injury victims is, “Can I recover damages if I am the victim of a crime?”  The answer to this question is not as simple as it might seem.  While it is obvious that you have been injured and that the perpetrator is responsible, it is not always clear that the person who committed the crime will be required to pay for your injuries.

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What To Do If You Are Bitten By A Dog

What To Do If You Are Bitten By A Dog

Dog bites may not seem like a serious problem, but they account for a large number of emergency room visits.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are more than 5 million dog bites in the United States every year, many of which children are victims.  While some breeds bite more commonly than others, all dogs are capable of biting if they are frightened, cornered, hurt, or simply left unsupervised.

It is an owner’s responsibility to ensure that his or her pet is always under control.  Therefore, a bite is never the victim’s “fault.”  It is important to know if you are bitten by a dog, what to do in order to protect your rights.

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Can I Collect Damages for A Staph Infection After Surgery?

Can I Collect Damages for A Staph Infection After Surgery?

According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, infections caused by various species of Staphylococcus bacteria, as well as Streptococcus and Pseudomonas species, are responsible for most post-operative infections.  Post-op infections are one of the major causes of extended hospital stays and even permanent injury or death.  How do people get infections in a supposedly sterile environment?  If I am the victim of a post-operative infection, can I collect damages for my increased medical bills as well as my pain and suffering?

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What Is Personal Injury?

What Is Personal Injury?

If you have been the victim of a personal injury accident, it is important to understand some basic legal terms that may apply to your case as well as how your case is likely to progress toward a conclusion. Of course, your attorney will handle the progress of your case, but many clients like to know what is happening “behind the scenes” to recover compensation for them.

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How to Choose the Best Personal Injury Attorney For You

How to Choose the Best Personal Injury Attorney For You

When you or a loved one has been seriously injured, it can be one of the most difficult challenges you’ve ever faced. You could be out of work, in need of serious medical intervention, and even unable to financially support your family. This is when you need a personal injury attorney.

It can be hard to know where to begin in choosing a personal injury attorney

Especially since you may be at one of the most vulnerable moments of your life. You want someone who is going to support you and get you the best possible results they can. How do you make sure of this? The most important way is to do your research! Below are a few ways you can narrow down the huge pool of personal injury attorneys out there and find the best one for you.

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Importance of Physical Therapy After an Injury

Importance of Physical Therapy After an Injury

As if accidents aren’t bad enough, injuries stemming from them can be even more traumatic. Broken bones from a severe car wreck, a herniated disk from a slip-and-fall, strained neck muscles from a high-speed hit and run…no matter what type of injury you’re experiencing, you deserve time and support to heal.

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What is a Personal Injury Lawyer, and Why Should You Hire One?

What is a Personal Injury Lawyer

Crashes, and slips, and injuries, oh my! We go through life understanding that there are risks out there, but we’re able to keep ourselves safe on a daily basis. That being said, on the off chance that you do get seriously injured, you have options. This is especially true when someone else is at fault for your significant injuries.

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How Social Media Can Damage Your Personal Injury Claim

How Social Media Can Damage Your Personal Injury Claim

Billions of people around the world have at least some sort of online, social media presence. On a daily basis, we may find ourselves sharing photos with loved ones, updating our professional network, or retweeting things we agree with. Social media is one of the main ways we communicate with one another, and it can feel like second nature. So how would that be affected by a personal injury claim?

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