A personal injury lawsuit involves many steps, one of which includes having your deposition taken. Being deposed can be stressful for good reason, as the goal is to obtain information that could actually weaken your case. That doesn’t have to happen if you are prepared for your deposition-here are some things you can do to […]
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According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic, 75 percent of all trucking accidents are caused by the driver of a passenger automobile. Many of these accidents occur while passing a semi truck, as many motorists do not use the proper techniques when doing so. Here are some tips you can use to ensure your safety
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Head-on collisions are more dangerous than any other type of accident, and often occur when drivers go the wrong way. They can lead to serious injury or death, as was the case in December when seven people were hospitalized after a wrong-way driver caused a series of accidents along Interstate 95 near Hillsboro. Wrong way
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Orlando Truck Accident Attorney Expert Weighs In Trucking accidents are more likely to cause serious injury or death, yet many can be avoided by taking a few simple precautions beforehand. Here are the five most common types of trucking injuries motorists are likely to encounter. 1. Improper Loading A semi truck that is poorly loaded
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How does the Florida Statute of Limitations and Discovery Rule Apply To Your Case? A “statute of limitations” is a law that sets a time limit for a victim to sue someone for damages. Every state has different statutes of limitations for different types of accidents, and these laws may vary based on the age
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Taking Notes After an Accident Can Be Critical to the Success of Your Personal Injury Claim When you are involved in a car accident that was not your fault, it is easy to become confused and fail to take the steps that are necessary to preserve the evidence. This failure can become a serious problem
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If you are a plaintiff in a personal injury lawsuit, your insurance company may request you undergo an Independent Medical Examination (IME) to verify your medical condition. The term IME is inaccurate, at best, because there is truly nothing “independent” about them. In fact, the examiners selected are chosen and paid for by insurance carriers
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The recent airbag recall surrounding Takata airbags continues to grow in scope as more vehicle manufacturers have come under fire for not immediately recalling all of their products with these potentially deadly defective airbags. Controversy continues to rage over what course of action should be taken to ensure that everyone who is in danger has
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There are many actions on the part of semi truck drivers that can have deadly consequences. For example, speeding, talking on a cell phone or ignoring the need for rest breaks can all lead to tragic results for truck drivers and their innocent victims. However, poor truck maintenance may also play a role in deadly
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One of the most dangerous things you can do as the victim of a personal injury accident is to give a recorded statement to an insurance adjuster or anyone else involved in the case. It is inevitable that the insurance company and defense attorneys will ask you for a statement, but giving one without consulting
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