auto accident
The Power of Evidence Patterns and How They Shape Law Cases
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Consumer Protection, Health & Wellness, Medical Malpractice, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on May 31, 2023
By William J. Price Evidence is vital in law cases. It can sway what happens and affect how juries decide and resolve disputes. Looking for patterns in the evidence helps us understand how serious a situation can be and the significant role it plays in law cases. Patterns In Auto Accident Evidence How certain...
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What Types of Compensation Can You Receive After a Car Accident?
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on April 5, 2023
Auto accidents can be devastating and life-altering for anyone involved. In addition to physical injuries, victims may face emotional and financial stress as they recover. Fortunately, compensation is available for those injured in an auto accident. Types of Compensation Auto accident victims may be entitled to several types of compensation. The most common types...
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Why Gathering Evidence Is Essential After an Auto Accident
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on March 29, 2023
Car accidents can be incredibly stressful and overwhelming, especially if injuries or property damage are involved. However, it's crucial to take the time to document as much evidence as possible immediately following the accident. Doing so can significantly impact the outcome of any potential insurance claims or legal proceedings that may follow. Why Should...
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When is it safe to pass a school bus in Ohio?
Posted in Accident & Injury on August 15, 2022
Being stuck behind a school bus while rushing to work can be frustrating, but school bus safety is more important than shaving a few minutes off your commute time. From 2010 to 2019, there were 1,199 people of all ages killed in school transportation-related crashes—an average of 120 fatalities per year. Bus drivers, pedestrians,...
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You’ve Been in an Accident. Now What?
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on June 15, 2021
Being involved in an accident is stressful. It's natural to wonder what steps you should take in the aftermath of such an event. However, first things first - try to remain calm and focused. The Ohio car accident attorneys of Elk & Elk have compiled a list of things to do at and after...
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A Troubling Trend on the Roads
Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on May 3, 2021
Wrong-way auto accidents have always been a problem. Unfortunately, this devastating threat is not going away. [caption id="attachment_33953" align="alignright" width="271"] Wrong-way crashes are increasing.[/caption] According to data from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (AAAFTS), there were 2,008 deaths from wrong-way driving crashes on divided highways between 2015 and 2018. That is up 34...
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Auto Accident FAQs
Posted in Accident & Injury on February 5, 2021
Auto accidents are a major public health concern. According to the Association for Safe International Travel, approximately 38,000 people die every year in crashes on U.S. roadways. An additional 4.4 million people require medical attention for accident-related injuries. Road crashes cost the U.S. more than $380 million in direct medical costs. After an auto...
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Do I Need Uninsured Motorist Insurance?
Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident on February 26, 2020
Here's an important question to ask yourself: How much could you afford to pay out of pocket if you were injured or your car was damaged by an uninsured driver? What if you were the victim of a hit-and-run? If you have been injured or involved in a hit and run accident in Ohio,...
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Understanding auto accident case terms: asymptomatic vs. symptomatic
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 3, 2019
By William J. Price Terms used to describe injuries in auto accident cases can be hard for those outside of the legal profession to understand. One common example of this challenge is the difference between "asymptomatic" and "symptomatic" injuries. This concept is rarely discussed in everyday life but is a very important factor in...
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How a bad attitude can hurt your personal injury case
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 19, 2019
By William J. Price A personal injury client's credibility and character have an underestimated impact on the value and outcome of their case. Tensions run high after serious accidents and the physical, emotional, and financial traumas can lead victims to say or do things they usually wouldn't. Treating people poorly in the aftermath of...
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