When it comes to any type of auto accident, the very best policy is to speak with an attorney before speaking with your insurance company. Knowing your rights and understanding the damages you may be eligible to pursue as a victim can make the difference between getting what you deserve and settling for less.It is essential to get in touch with your insurer following an accident in order to begin the claims process and get the investigation of...more
If you have had the misfortune of having to require the services of an accident lawyer, you want to take time and make a serious search to finding a good lawyer. You certainly wouldn't want to fall prey to an under-qualified hack or even worse a con-man. Personal injury is law is very serious and often the pain and traumas that follow motorcycle accidents are often misrepresented. It is important that you don't fall prey to some dubious sites...more
Whiplash is a very common injury sustained by children and adults alike and whilst most people who have sustained a whiplash injury decide to make a claim for whiplash injury compensation, not everyone makes this choice. Likewise, not all parents of children who have been injured in accident choose to pursue a claim for compensation on behalf of their child - often parents are more concerned with getting their child back to a full state of health and putting the, probably distressing, matter behind them. So what happens if you had an accident as a child and sustained a whiplash injury but, for whatever reason, your parents or carers decided not to make a claim on your behalf? Is there anything you can do and are you out of time for making a claim? This article seeks to answer this question. The important fact to note here is the limitation date regarding whiplash injury claims. The limitation period refers to the amount of time you have, following an accident, to make a claim for compensation. The normal rules, where an adult has been injured in an accident is that the accident victim has 3 years from the date of the accident in which to pursue a claim. If the 3 year time limit...more
Filing a claim against an insurance company can be an overwhelming process. These companies have made a business out of insuring vehicles -- and a lot of that business profit comes from the fact that regardless of the high rate of car accidents in American society, it is still a low risk incident. But they also make a lot of their profits on the...more
Unresolved debt leaves frustratingly slow growth as the best likely outcome, writes Satyajit Das.In 2008, panicked governments and central banks injected huge amounts of money into their economies, in the form of government spending, tax concessions, ultra-low interest rates and non-conventional monetary strategies code for printing money.The...more
According to the National Center for Statistics and Analysis (NCSA), there are about 250,000 child injuries due to car accidents. This translates to about 700 children getting hurt everyday because of road mishaps.In another study, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also found out that child pedestrians also account for 30% of the total deaths for people under the age of 15.Clearly, children are more susceptible to injuries than adults. They are smaller and more fragile. They can easily be thrown around inside a vehicle during a collision. In addition, injuries to children can leave permanent damages that they may have to live with the rest of their lives.Causes of Child Injuries in Car AccidentsHere are some of the most identified causes of child injuries in car accidents: Improper installation and use of seat belts - Most car seatbelts are designed for average adults and does not fit properly to a small child. There are guidelines on how a child should be safely restrained inside a car. Improper installation and use of safety seats - Incorrect placement of seatbelts over safety seats and booster seats, infant safety seats facing forward instead of...more
Motor Vehicle Accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers. Teenagers have more accidents during the summer months than other times of the year due to a number of reasons. One reason is that there is more time available for the myriad of...more
Accidents are unanticipated and cause much damage to our lives. Personal accident insurance is of great help to tackle financial crises during the recovery period. It is the best way to ensure ones future and handle any unforeseen difficult...more
In Florida, for the year of 2010, there were a total of 235,461 motor vechicle accidents. There was a total of 195,104 injured from these accidents in 2010. Among car accident victims, the most common type of injury is known as a whiplash injury....more
Riverside auto accident lawyer has noted national cable news which presently reported that Riverside's I-10 highway has the highest number of car accidents. It is the deadliest road for car accidents, claiming 182 lives in a period of five-year...more
According to the Association of Chief Police Officers in Scotland (Acpos), uninsured drivers are responsible for around 160 fatalities and 23,000 injuries every year in the UK, costing the taxpayer some £500 million. These shocking statistics...more
California Auto Accident You have just been involved in an auto accident, would you know who to call for assistance and why? Millions of Americans sustain grave injuries some life threatening each year. Unfortunately, not many know of...more