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Sep
Most Dangerous States For Car Drivers
The United States highway system connects drivers to remarkable sights and diverse communities. However, road quality, local laws, driver education, and weather conditions are factors that can make some states more dangerous to travel in than others. Many people are curious...
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Sep
What’s the Difference Between a Lump-Sum and a Structured Settlement?
A car accident settlement can be paid as a single amount or spread across payments over months or years. Most people know which option they want before they fully understand what each one means for their long-term finances. Both deserve serious consideration before you ...
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What Is Diminished Value, and Can I Claim It After My Car Is Repaired?
Your car is fully repaired. The body shop did quality work. But when you go to sell it or trade it in, the dealer pulls up the vehicle history and immediately offers less than a comparable car with no accident record. That financial loss has a name, and in many cases, you can rec...
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I Was a Passenger, Not the Driver in an Accident — Who Do I File My Claim Against?
Being a passenger in a car accident puts you in a legally unique position: you did nothing to cause the crash, you had no control over it, and you have rights against every party whose negligence contributed to your injuries. The question is identifying who those partie...
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Can I Get Compensation If the Accident Made an Old Injury Worse?
The first thing an insurance adjuster does after learning about your medical history is argue that your injuries pre-existed the crash. That argument has limits. A defendant who worsens a pre-existing condition is responsible for that worsening, and in many cases, for considerabl...
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Sep
Rental Car Accidents: What Happens If You Crash in a Rental (or Get Hit by One)
If you crash a rental—or get hit by someone driving one—what happens next is usually determined by who was at fault and what insurance applies. But unlike a typical crash, rental car accidents often involve multiple overlapping policies, including your personal auto insurance, th...
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Sep
Who Can Be Sued in a Car Accident Case?
After a car accident, most people assume that only the other driver can be held legally responsible. In reality, car accident cases often involve multiple potentially liable parties, and identifying all of them is one of the most important steps in maximizing recovery. Failing to...
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When Should You Hire an Attorney After a Car Accident?
After a car accident, many people hesitate to contact a lawyer. Some assume it is unnecessary unless the case becomes “serious,” while others wait to see how insurance negotiations unfold. Unfortunately, waiting too long often puts accident victims at a disadvantage. The timing o...
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What Should I Do At the Scene of a Car Accident?
The moments immediately after a car accident are often chaotic and overwhelming. Adrenaline is high, emotions are raw, and it can be difficult to think clearly. Yet what you do, or do not do, at the scene can have a lasting impact on your health, your insurance claim, and any pot...
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Sep
What You Should Know About Whiplash Injuries
Whiplash is one of the most misunderstood car accident injuries. It is often dismissed as “minor” or temporary, yet for many accident victims, whiplash leads to weeks, months, or even years of pain, limited mobility, and disruption to daily life. Because whiplash does not always ...
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Sep
Can A Pedestrian Be Liable In A Car Accident?
When a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle, many people assume the driver is automatically at fault. While drivers do have a heightened duty to watch for pedestrians, pedestrians also have legal responsibilities. Under Arizona law, a pedestrian can be partially, or even primarily...
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Sep
What Happens If You Lose A Car Accident Lawsuit?
Few questions create more anxiety for accident victims than what happens if a car accident lawsuit does not end in their favor. The possibility of “losing” a case often stops people from asserting their rights at all. In reality, the outcome, and the consequences, depend heavily ...
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