Fault in Accident Cases

A common question asked by injured persons with respect to a personal injury claim is: how much is my claim worth? For those who have heard the response from a personal injury lawyer, it was likely something like: ‘it depends’. This is because there are a number of factors that determine the worth of any claim. This article will discuss some factors that Read More

When settling a personal injury claim there are a number of questions that arise. This article will answer some of commonly asked questions regarding settling a personal injury claim. Question: How soon do I need to notify people of my intention to file a claim for my accident injuries? If Read More

Many passengers - especially spouses of at-fault drivers - will refuse to bring a claim against the person that was driving their vehicle. “That’s my husband” or “that’s my best friend” or “that’s my wife’s parents”- we hear it all the time. “I don’t want to bring a claim Read More

This is a question that comes up quite often. It is very common for two people to cause an accident, not just one. In that context, different states handle liability claims in different ways. As an example, I practiced in North Carolina for years. In North Carolina the rule Read More