Personal Injury Blog
How to Collect Evidence After a Car Crash
No matter how diligently you drive, there is always the risk of a motor vehicle collision on the roadways today. In 2020, there were 217 fatal crashes and 9,847 injury crashes in Nebraska, as reported by the state Department of Transportation (DOT).
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Winter Storms and the Dangers That Follow
Nebraska is a beautiful place to live. But you’ll want to be prepared for big storms in the wintertime and always pay attention to the weather report. When blizzard conditions hit, they can last for days at a time, so it’s crucial to stock up on provisions and take other precautions to stay safe and warm.
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How to Investigate Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Our elderly loved ones deserve to live in a safe, comfortable, healthful, friendly environment. Sadly, nursing home abuse and neglect are common occurrences today. Rates of abuse are high in nursing homes, with two out of three staff reporting that they have committed abuse in the past year, as stated by the World Health Organization (WHO).
How to Avoid Accidents with Trucks
In a collision with a fully-loaded 18-wheeler weighing 80,000 lbs. or more, occupants of a 4,000 lb. passenger vehicles are likely to suffer serious injuries. A total of 5,005 people were killed in crashes involving large trucks in 2019, including 64 in Nebraska, as reported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ( FMCSA). With the rapid increase in online buying, there are more large commercial trucks than ever on the roadways today. It makes sense to learn what to do to avoid a serious truck accident. The following tips can help you keep yourself and your passengers safe.
Why You Should Avoid Social Media During Your Personal Injury Case
Many people use social media today, for networking and to stay connected with family and friends. Although it may be a great tool for communication, social media can seriously impact your personal injury claim – and not in a good way. The best solution may be to deactivate your social media accounts for the duration of your case.
When a Dog Bites Your Child
When a dog attacks a child, it is a traumatic experience for the parents as well as the child. It is important to remain calm and get medical care for your child as soon as possible. Your child’s health and wellbeing are the top priority. The following are the steps you should take if a dog bites your child.
Motorcycle Crash? The Other Side Doesn’t Fight Fair
As riders lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle, a motorcycle crash can cause serious or catastrophic injuries. Even when another driver caused your injuries, insurance companies will fight in court to avoid paying just compensation for a motorcycle crash claim. The defense will come up with multiple strategies in an effort to minimize the insurance company’s payout.
How Poor Vehicle Maintenance Leads to Traffic Accidents
Like all machinery, to function properly, motor vehicles need regular maintenance. Routine maintenance not only extends the life of the vehicle, but also helps keep drivers, passengers, and others on the roadways safe. Failure to maintain a vehicle in safe working order can lead to accidents and injuries. Car owners who fail to inspect their vehicles and perform needed maintenance and repairs may be liable for a crash.
Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Nebraska
If you have been injured through the negligence of another in Nebraska, you are entitled to seek compensation for your losses. The responsible party should compensate you for your economic damages, such as medical expenses, lost income, and loss of earning capacity, and for your non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering and emotional distress. To recover compensation, if you are unable to negotiate a fair settlement, you will need to file a personal injury claim in civil court.
Who Is Responsible for School Zone Crashes?
School zones are designed to help keep our children safe, along with their teachers and parents. Nevertheless, children walking, biking, or riding buses to school are at risk in school zones. Some drivers fail to follow school zone traffic rules, which can lead to serious collisions. Negligent drivers can be held accountable for the injuries they cause. If you or your child has been injured in a school zone wreck, you may have a claim for compensation against the at-fault driver.
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