What Is a Class Action Lawsuit? Exploring These Claims
Many people are familiar with what a lawsuit is: a dispute or claim that is filed in court and either settled or brought before a judge for a formal judgment. People file lawsuits against individuals, companies, corporations, or other entities they believe have caused them injury—whether physical, emotional, or financial. But what is a class…
Read MorePlane Crashes in 2018: What Do These Accidents Tell Us?
Understandably, plane crashes in 2018 dominated the headlines. During those 12 months alone, there were more than 500 deaths related to air travel, which is a tremendous spike in comparison to the 44 lives lost in 2017. With the increase in low-cost options, a rise in disposable income, and more working-age adults flying for both business…
Read MoreTruck Accident Injuries: What Happens Next?
Any car or truck accident can have devastating and even tragic consequences, but semi-truck accidents can be especially catastrophic for crash victims and their families. Statistics show that car and truck accident injuries are often far worse when a semi-truck or 18-wheeler was involved in the crash. Victims of these kinds of accidents often sustain…
Read MoreTurbulence-Related Injuries: What Are Your Legal Rights?
It all started with that unsettling feeling in the pit of your stomach when a flight attendant asked passengers to return to their seats because rough conditions were ahead. Or, perhaps there was no announcement, but instead what felt like a sudden sharp drop in altitude, followed by a prolonged bumpy ride. As you tightened…
Read MoreHit By a Company Vehicle: What Should I Do?
If you have been hit by a company vehicle, or someone you love was involved in a crash with one, you’re probably wondering what your rights are. What are your options for legal action and how can you attain the justice you deserve? A company vehicle is any truck, bus, van, or car that is…
Read MoreHow Much to Expect From a Car Accident Settlement
If you or someone you love has ever been involved in a serious wreck, you probably already know that determining who is at fault can be a complicated process, even if the other driver was clearly driving carelessly or recklessly. This situation can become even more complicated if there were multiple cars involved or if…
Read MoreTexas Motorcycle Laws: Creating Safer Roadways
Road safety is a far more complicated prospect for motorcyclists than it is for drivers of cars and trucks. When accidents happen involving larger vehicles, those vehicles’ drivers and any passengers have at least some exterior protection provided by their seatbelts, along with the steel frame of the vehicle. Motorcycle operators and passengers, on the…
Read MoreWho Is At Fault In A Car Accident
It can be difficult to determine who is at fault in a car accident, but determining fault is important. Even minor fender-benders can wind up being costly due to vehicle damage and any injuries that may have resulted from the crash. In the case of more serious car accidents, especially those resulting in severe injuries…
Read MoreAircraft Accidents Due To Human Error
Unless you suffer from a general fear of flying, when you board an airplane, you probably aren’t thinking about possible causes of a plane crash. That’s a good thing, and not only because it is not constructive to worry. It’s also good to keep in mind that flying is a safe mode of transportation. Even…
Read MoreRailway Accidents: Causes and Safety Measures
When railway accidents occur, regardless of the causes or the safety measures that were in place, we can’t help but wonder about the safety of train travel. After all, when a vehicle as large and heavy as a train crashes, the resulting injuries and loss of life can be both tragic and extensive. What does…
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