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What Can I Do if an Insurance Company Denies My Vehicle Accident Claim?

After a car accident, dealing with injuries and vehicle damage can seem like a lot, but you might find relief in knowing you could have a right to seek compensation for your damages. However, insurance claims are not always approved, even when they should be. When this happens, you might wonder what you can do to have your claim appr[...]

Date: November 11, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Often Is Speeding a Factor in Fatal Car Wrecks?

Speeding is one of the leading causes of fatal car wrecks in the United States. In 2022, speeding killed 12,151 people and left many others injured. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) defines speeding as exceeding the posted speed limit, driving too fast for road conditions, or racing. Speeding endangers the lives of [...]

Date: October 21, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Do You File a Car Accident Claim Against a Government Entity?

When you sustain injuries in a car accident, the law is simple: you can seek compensation against the party responsible by filing a personal injury claim or lawsuit. If your claim is valid and you prove negligence, you can receive compensation for all of your losses. However, when filing a claim against a government entity or its emp[...]

Date: October 18, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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3-Car Accident: Who Pays?

When a two-vehicle collision occurs, identifying the at-fault party is more straightforward than an accident involving more than 2 vehicles. The responsible party pays damages to the victim of the accident. Multi-vehicle collisions are more complex, often leading to the question of who pays damages to the victim. This blog will an[...]

Date: October 17, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Can You Seek Compensation for Minor Car Accident Injuries?

Motor vehicle accidents can result in minor, severe, or catastrophic injuries. When the injuries are severe or catastrophic, the victim will likely seek compensation. Severe or catastrophic injuries are accompanied by significant medical bills and sometimes long-term disabilities that affect a person’s ability to work and lead a no[...]

Date: October 15, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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What Is the Deadliest Type of Car Crash?

Vehicle accidents can be minor or catastrophic, with some crashes more dangerous and likely to be fatal than others. There are different fatal car crash types — from rear-end collisions, side impacts, and head-on crashes to rollovers — but the data shows that some have more fatal outcomes than others. Knowing the deadliest type o[...]

Date: October 14, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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How Can You Tell Who Hit Whom in a Car Accident?

After a car accident in Texas, it is crucial to first establish who was at fault. If there is direct evidence, proving liability will be straightforward. However, as we have often seen, clear evidence is not always available after a car accident. If this is the case, fault will likely be disputed, leading to the question: How can you[...]

Date: October 11, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Five Factors That Determine How Long a Car Accident Settlement Takes

After a car accident, what follows can be overwhelming. You will be saddled with injuries, medical bills, vehicle damage, out-of-pocket expenses, and other financial burdens. As a result, injured victims who decide to seek compensation from the at-fault party often ask how long a settlement will take. Unfortunately, the car accide[...]

Date: October 10, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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When Should I Sue After a Car Accident?

After a car accident that led to injuries, expensive medical bills, damage to your vehicle, and time away from work, you might wonder what your legal options are. Injury victims often ask whether to accept an insurance settlement or file a lawsuit. This blog will discuss when you should sue after a car accident, how long you shoul[...]

Date: October 9, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks
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Who Decides Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?

Determining who is at fault after a car accident can be complex and stressful, involving different parties and factors. Despite how challenging it can be, knowing who is at fault — even if it’s a minor accident — is crucial to filing a claim or lawsuit when seeking compensation. However, one question people often ask is who dec[...]

Date: October 9, 2024 / Vehicle Wrecks