What If I Don’t Know Who Caused My Car Accident?
If you do not know who caused your car accident, contact the police. They can secure the scene and collect evidence to determine liability. Authorities can also investigate a hit and run case and help you identify the liable party. Here, we answer the question, “What if I don’t know who caused my car accident?” […]
What Is the Average Settlement for a Headache After a Car Accident?
It is hard to determine an average settlement for a headache due to the numerous factors involved in the accident. For instance, a settlement for a mild concussion could be $15,000 to $30,000. However, a settlement for a severe traumatic brain injury could be more than $100,000. Remember that treatment for the injury is just […]
Do Insurance Companies Pay for Drunk Driving Accidents?
If you are involved in a drunk driving accident, the at-fault party’s insurance will pay for your injuries and related damages. According to the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI), damages may include medical costs, lost pay, pain and suffering, and property damage, among others. The insurance company may pay up to 100 percent of your […]
Can You File a Diminished Value Claim After a Texas Car Crash?
Texas is a diminished value state, so you are entitled to diminish your car’s value if you have been in a car accident. However, to file a diminished value claim, the other driver or party must be at fault for the car accident. If you are the victim of a car crash, you will first […]
Can Uber Be Held Responsible for the Acts of Its Drivers?
Uber can be held accountable for the actions of its drivers. If you have been injured in an accident involving an Uber, you may have the right to financial compensation. Rideshare accident claims are often more complex since it is not always clear whether Uber or another party is responsible for covering the losses victims […]
Do Uber and Lyft Drivers Have Insurance?
Yes. Uber and Lyft drivers have personal insurance policies to cater for damages caused by accidents involving them. While the companies also have a $1 million auto insurance policy, it only applies to certain cases. For example, the driver liable must have been available for rides at the time of the crash. You may qualify […]
Can a Car Accident Cause Paralysis?
Traffic accidents are among the most common trauma-related causes of spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and paralysis. So, yes, a car accident can cause paralysis. Paralysis may include paraplegia, which affects the lower body, or quadriplegia affecting the arms, trunk, and legs. If you or a loved one is living with paralysis after another […]
Do I Have a Case If I didn’t Visit the Doctor After My Car Accident?
If you didn’t visit the doctor after your car accident, it could be more difficult to prove that you were injured in the accident, but you may still have a valid personal injury case. Sometimes, wounds do not develop noticeable symptoms immediately. Also, even if you do not have medical bills, you might have other […]
What to Do If You Are a Victim of a Staged Auto Accident
If you are a victim of a staged auto accident, you first need to seek medical attention and report the accident to the police. If possible, speak with any witnesses and take photos or videos of the crash scene. Proving a staged auto accident can be difficult, so gather as much evidence as you can. […]