If you are in the vehicle while your Uber driver gets into a motor vehicle collision, the company’s insurance policy should assume liability and cover all damages. However, this varies by state and meeting with a personal injury lawyer may make your next course of...
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What injuries qualify to hire a personal injury lawyer?
If you have been wrongfully injured in an accident, then you are qualified to receive legal help from a personal injury attorney. Whether you are unable to sleep because you have pain in your neck or back, or if you have sustained deeper injuries, personal injury...
How many accidents are caused by slips, trips, and falls?
Slip and fall accidents account for over 17,000 deaths per year in the United States, and over one million Americans suffer from an injury due to a slip, trip, or fall. They also account for most broken bones due to accidents in the United States. Slip, trip, and fall...
What happens if a pedestrian caused an accident?
Pedestrian accidents are most often caused by the negligence and recklessness of the person operating the motor vehicle or bicycle. However, in some cases, the pedestrian may be at fault. Jaywalking, or crossing the street illegally, or without a crosswalk, can cause...
How do you reduce pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrian accidents can be reduced by avoiding heavily populated areas on foot. The most pedestrian accidents occur in urban cities and heavily populated areas. Reducing foot-traffic can reduce your chances of being involved in a pedestrian accident. Additionally, do...
Are premise liability and negligence the same thing?
No, premise liability is a form of negligence, but they cannot be used interchangeably. Negligence is woven into many different kinds of liability cases Premise liability pertains to a specific type of negligence that occurs on someone’s property. It is the civic duty...
Who is responsible for a slip and fall accident?
The property owner is responsible for the negligence that occurred on their property. If you slip and fall at, say, Walmart – Walmart is responsible for your accident. If you slip and fall at a house, the homeowner is responsible for your accident. If you slip and...
What to do if you are in an uber accident?
First and foremost, make sure that you and any other people in the vehicle are safe. If someone is injured or if medical attention is required immediately, dial 9-1-1 and notify police immediately. Document the accident and file a report with Uber. If you need any...
What questions should you ask a personal injury lawyer?
It is always good to ask your personal injury lawyer what information they may need from you. Having a copy of your health insurance card, a valid ID, and any up-to-date medical information can expedite some of the prelitigation processes in your personal injury case....
When is a pedestrian at fault for a car accident?
When pedestrians do not obey traffic laws, then they are at-fault for a collision. However, that does not necessarily mean that they are the only liable party in the accident. The driver of the vehicle may be found liable for the collision as well. This creates legal...