Driving a car is one of the most dangerous activities that Americans participate in on a regular basis. It’s how our society runs, and is often unavoidable outside of urban areas. Every day, more than 90 people die in car… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘catastrophic accidents’
The Hazards of Pedestrian Parking Lot Accidents
Unless you rely on public transportation, you probably make use of parking lots regularly. Owing to our cultural reliance on automobiles, parking lots dot the American landscape. It’s easy to zone out as we walk to or from our cars… Read More
Causes of Catastrophic Car Accidents
Car crashes stand as one of the leading categories of catastrophic accident in the United States. After all, driving a car is arguably the most dangerous activity that most Americans partake in daily. And their consequences can be devastating. Vehicular… Read More
The Consequences of Motorcycle Crashes
Drivers of motorcycles are inherently more vulnerable to crashes than those in closed vehicles. It has been estimated that motorcyclists are as many as 27 times more likely to die in a crash than other vehicles. Furthermore, motorcycle crashes have… Read More
The Basics of Defective Product Lawsuits
A defective product lawsuit could occur if an individual is injured or killed as a result of using a product as it was intended to be used. Defective products have resulted in both catastrophic injuries and wrongful deaths—two legal scenarios… Read More
A Brief Guide to Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury isn’t typically at the front of someone’s mind, but there is a critical difference between catastrophic injuries and personal injuries when it comes to lawsuits. Here are some things you should know about catastrophic injuries in this… Read More
The Elements Of An Auto Accident Claim In Maryland
Before you can receive compensation for the injuries and damages caused from an auto accident, it must first be determined who was at fault. If you believe that the other person was at fault and that the accident occurred as… Read More
Three Examples Of Catastrophic Injuries
Catastrophic injuries differ from regular personal injuries because of their severity. Often times, people who suffer catastrophic injuries will have to deal with regular medical treatments and care for the duration of their lives or at least an extended period… Read More
3 Common Types Of Wrongful Death Cases
Wrongful death is when a person dies directly because of a negligent act of another person. This is separate from murder, manslaughter, and true accidents. It can be difficult to prove liability in a wrongful death case because you have… Read More
The Most Common Problems Related to Catastrophic Auto Accidents
In 2015, a study discovered that your chances of being injured in a car accident are 40%. With such high rates of casualties, it’s important to understand where your need for compensation lies. A catastrophic auto accident can end up… Read More