After a crash, you may wonder, “what does the jurisdiction have to do with a car accident settlement?” Jurisdiction will dictate which court addresses a car accident case. Jurisdiction is not always entirely established, making it necessary to select from several courts in the same jurisdiction. However, a favorable jurisdiction could benefit your personal injury case
Car accidents exert a significant amount of force onto a victim’s neck and spine. As a result, cervical spine (neck) and acute lower back pain are leading complaints made by victims of motor vehicle accidents. The symptoms of trauma to the neck and back can appear immediately after the accident, or much later. The prevalence
On Sunday, August 15, 2020, Allen M had no idea his life would change forever. On this day, Allen was walking his dog on a residential street in Will County Illinois just one block from his home, when he was struck by a car and suffered catastrophic injuries. He survived the accident but was transferred from
Traffic flow and defined lanes help determine who has the right of way when entering a parking lot. Drivers in the primary lanes or driving around the parking lot typically have the right of way. However, the rules for right of way will depend on the circumstances and the area of the parking lot. Drivers
Illinois is not a no-fault state for car accidents. Instead, it follows a fault-based, or “tort,” system. That means the driver who causes the crash is financially responsible for the damages — including medical bills, lost wages, and vehicle repairs. If you were injured in a crash in Illinois, you’ll need to prove the other
In 2013, a total of 4,381 motorcycle riders died in crashes across the country. The most common type of fatality in a motorcycle accident is a head injury. Wearing a helmet reduces the risk of brain injuries by 67 percent and death by 37 percent. While the number of deaths is less now than in
Determining how much a car accident lawyer costs usually depends on how the lawyer charges for legal services, if the case goes to court, and the timeline of the case. Car accidents involving injuries and property damages need a car accident lawyer who can navigate the complexities of these cases, especially if there are multiple
When a car accident happens, an accident lawyer can help with a variety of issues such as obtaining the necessary evidence to prove liability, interviewing witnesses, getting police reports, gathering medical records, talking to insurance companies, recovering damages, and negotiating settlement offers. Do You Need a Car Accident Lawyer? When a car accident occurs, contacting
The driver who was backing up may be at fault for the accident; however, this is not always the case. If the other driver engages in reckless driving or fails to use evasive driving tactics to prevent the accident, then both drivers may share fault for the accident. In some cases, the other driver –
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