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What Time Are Truck Accidents the Most Common?

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Truck accidents can lead to serious and life-threatening injuries for drivers and passengers alike. Knowing when truck accidents are the most common may be able to help you avoid them yourself. However, if you have found yourself injured by an unexpected truck accident, be sure to reach out to an experienced Delaware truck accident lawyer for guidance on seeking compensation. There are several steps you can take to protect your finances in the event of a catastrophic car accident. WHERE AND WHEN ARE TRUCK ACCIDENTS MOST COMMON? Truck accidents happen the most between three in the morning and six at night. In this timeframe, most...

20 April

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Seeking Compensation After a Taxi Accident

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Seeking Compensation After a Taxi Accident

You may be wondering how you can recover financially after surviving a taxi accident caused by your taxi driver or another driver on the road. Taxi accidents can lead to serious personal injuries with expensive medical bills and if the injuries are severe enough, you may be out of work for a while. This can lead to lost wages on top of your medical expenses. However, you may be able to avoid all this if you file a strong personal injury claim. Talk to a Delaware personal injury lawyer to figure out your legal options for obtaining compensation. FILING A CLAIM AFTER A TAXI ACCIDENT Filing...

13 April

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Who Is Liable for a Delaware Rideshare Accident?

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Who Is Liable for a Delaware Rideshare Accident?

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have been increasing in use and popularity over the past few years. However, many people are still unsure of what to do after a rideshare accident because of how new these services still are. Figuring out the insurance process after one of these accidents is also a challenge because insurance coverage has not yet been fully standardized for rideshare services. If you are struggling to figure out how to obtain compensation after an unexpected rideshare car accident, be sure to talk to a Delaware accident lawyer today. RIDESHARE ACCIDENT STATISTICS Since the rise of Uber and Lyft rideshare services, car...

06 April

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Slip and Fall Injuries from Wet Leaves

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During the changing seasons and weather, wet fall leaves become more common. They fall on the ground, in the yard, on sidewalks, and on city staircases. Since these leaves can be like ice during wet weather, many people can unexpectedly slip and fall on them. Falls on the ground are one thing, but falling on hard concrete or asphalt can lead to serious personal injuries. Some people experience broken bones and others suffer from the long-term effects of traumatic brain injuries. If this happened to you on someone else’s property, you may be eligible for compensation. To find out what steps you...

30 March

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Delaware Personal Injury Claims Statute of Limitations

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Delaware Personal Injury Claims Statute of Limitations

Each state has a different statute of limitations for different lawsuits and crimes. Knowing the statute of limitations in Delaware is key for having your personal injury claim filed on time. It is also important to know the factors that go into a personal injury claim like negligence and evidence of what happened. Proving negligence involves several key factors that require evidence and sound judgment. Talk to a Delaware personal injury attorney if you have questions about this process. DELAWARE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS The statute of limitations for a standard personal injury lawsuit in Delaware is two years after the date of the accident that caused your injuries....

23 March

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Injury Laws in Delaware That Can Affect Your Claim

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Injury Laws in Delaware That Can Affect Your Claim

After being injured by someone else in an accident, you may be wondering how you can obtain compensation. Certain personal injury laws in Delaware can prevent you from seeking compensation if you are unaware of them. The statute of limitations, for example, can prevent you from ever seeking compensation once a certain period of time passes by. Understanding no-fault insurance and comparative negligence laws are important when it comes to building a defense for your claim. Feel free to talk with a Delaware personal injury lawyer if you have questions about any of this. NO-FAULT INSURANCE The state of Delaware operates under a no-fault insurance system that...

16 March

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Slip and Fall Injuries from Ice and Snow

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Slip and Fall Injuries from Ice and Snow

Falls on ice can lead to serious personal injuries because ice is hard and can be difficult to see. Ice can be on sidewalks, store parking lots, roads, and almost any surface outdoors if the temperatures are right. Injuries from these kinds of falls can lead to bone fractures, sprains or strains, and traumatic head injuries. Many of these injuries can be expensive to treat with long recovery times. However, you may not have to pay for the damages if you fell while on another person’s property. Be sure to talk to a Delaware slip and fall accident lawyer to see what your legal...

09 March

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What Compensation Can I Receive from a Personal Injury Claim?

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What Compensation Can I Receive from a Personal Injury Claim?

Different types of accidents can cause different types of personal injuries which can lead to different types of compensation. Knowing the different types of compensation you could receive can help you calculate the compensation you should receive for the damages you suffered. However, you can only receive compensation if you can prove the other person caused your injuries through an act of negligence. Talking with a Delaware personal injury attorney can help you with proving negligence. TYPES OF COMPENSATION FOR PERSONAL INJURIES The type of personal injury compensation you could receive depends largely on the type of accident and the types of damages you suffered. There are two...

02 March

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Different Types of Liability for Personal Injury Cases

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Different Types of Liability for Personal Injury Cases

Personal injuries have a variety of causes, some of which may warrant a lawsuit for significant compensation. This compensation can be used to cover medical bills, pain and suffering, and lost wages. Two common types of personal injury lawsuits involve product liability and premises liability. These both require collecting evidence and making a strong defense that connects your injuries to the third party that caused your injuries. Be sure to talk to a Delaware personal injury lawyer for guidance during this process. PRODUCT LIABILITY LAWSUITS Product liability law protects customers from negligence on the part of a product manufacturer or seller. This law allows...

24 February

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How to Obtain Compensation for a Pedestrian Accident

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How to Obtain Compensation for a Pedestrian Accident

Since you are not protected by the walls of a vehicle while crossing the street, personal injuries from a pedestrian accident can be catastrophic. Many of these injuries can lead to long-term impairments and lost wages for a significant period of time. This can be financially devastating for those with low financial resources and insurance. However, you may not have to cover all the expenses yourself. Talk to an experienced Delaware pedestrian accident lawyer if you suffered these injuries from a negligent driver. CAUSES OF PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENTS There are a variety of causes of pedestrian accidents that involve pedestrian and driver errors. The important thing for your case...