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The human brain can be injured in a number of ways. Some injuries are caused by internal factors, including infections, tumors, and strokes. When a brain injury is caused by an external physical force, it is considered a...more
Winter weather significantly increases the risk of motor vehicle accidents. Snow, ice, and reduced visibility contribute to thousands of crashes each year, raising complex legal questions about fault, negligence, and...more
After a car crash or other injury, many people wonder when they will finally receive their settlement money. Bills pile up quickly, and waiting can feel like another layer of stress. It is important to understand how long it...more
In Florida, filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company after a car accident generally requires proof that you suffered a “significant” or “permanent” injury in the crash. ...more
When a lighted intersection isn’t functioning properly, the lights for one set of lanes typically begin flashing red, and the adjacent set of lights typically begin flashing yellow. Knowing what to do at these intersections...more
Some injury symptoms develop over time. For example, you might feel dazed after a car accident, but otherwise feel fine until hours or days later. The steps you take after experiencing delayed pain and other symptoms...more
If you’ve been involved in an auto accident, making informed decisions will be critical for protecting your legal rights. This includes making an informed decision about whether to talk to an attorney. If you have an accident...more
When a driver’s negligence causes a traumatic brain injury, your life can split into “before” and “after” the crash. The bills start arriving before you even leave the hospital, while you’re still trying to remember what...more
If you have been injured in an accident, you need to make an informed decision about whether to pursue legal action. All types of injuries can lead to financial and non-financial costs; and, if you have grounds to pursue...more
California’s roads are busy, and the state’s population is constantly on the move. With millions of drivers on the highways, collisions are unfortunately common. While liability insurance is legally required, not every driver...more
GEICO is one of the largest auto insurance companies in the United States, and many California accident victims find themselves dealing with GEICO adjusters after a crash. While GEICO promotes its friendly customer service...more
Over the past few weeks, several insurance companies operating in the Italian market have been facing a new wave of tax questionnaires and audits on how to apply the Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) to driver accident (infortuni...more
Having participated in mediations as an advocate and as a mediator, I can say that the mediation process lends itself well to the resolution of all kinds of personal injury claims....more
Key Points: The Appellate Division, First Department, affirmed that defendants may obtain discovery of third-party litigation funding agreements, breaking with prior public policy protections....more
If you have been injured in a car accident, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether to hire an attorney to represent you. ...more
Rideshare passengers and other individuals injured in rideshare car accidents have clear rights under Florida law. With this in mind, if you were injured in a collision caused by an Uber or Lyft driver, you will want to talk...more
After a car accident, one of the first steps drivers often take is filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. If the other party is insured through Allstate—or if you carry Allstate coverage yourself—you’ll...more
Stone v. Hopkins, No. 24-00734, 454, 2025 N.Y. Slip Op. 04341, 2025 WL 2091919 (N.Y.A.D. 4 Dept., July 25, 2025) - The plaintiff brought this action seeking damages for injuries she sustained when the vehicle she was...more
Extenuating circumstances may be present in both civil and criminal cases. In a criminal case, extenuating circumstances are factors present in the case that make the defendant’s actions seem less severe. In civil cases,...more
According to ConsumerShield, a car crash occurs in the United States every five seconds. In 2023, this amounted to a total of 6.14 million crashes. These crashes lead to an estimated 5.1 million injuries per year requiring...more
If you’ve been seriously or permanently injured in an auto accident in Florida, you have the right to seek just compensation for your financial and non-financial losses resulting from the accident. ...more
Brown v. City of Buffalo, No. 24-01627, 373, 238 N.Y.S.3d 358, 2025 N.Y. Slip Op. 03902, 2025 WL 1776988 (N.Y.A.D. 4 Dept., June 27, 2025) - The plaintiff brought this negligence action for damages after he sustained injuries...more
Personal injury lawyers throughout the U.S. advertise with billboards and commercials showing car accidents. But Florida, like a handful of other states, has laws that restrict the ability of car accident victims to file a...more
In Jena Lhotsky v. Guy Sutcliffe, No. 2024-CA-1521-MR (Ky. Ct. App. Oct. 17, 2025), a recently published opinion, the Kentucky Court of Appeals proposed a substantial change to how courts across the Commonwealth analyze...more
You know the emergency response is not good when you get a call at 4:30 a.m. telling you to turn on CNN. On January 5, 2020, a Z&D Tour Bus carrying 59 passengers on board rolled over on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in...more