How a Personal Injury Victim Recovers Compensation

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When someone is injured due to the negligence of another person or party, the person who was injured may be entitled to receive compensation for damages and losses. This is often done by filing a personal injury claim. It is very important for the person who was injured, and needs help, to understand the steps … Read more

Who Pays In A Multi-Vehicle Accident?

When multiple vehicles are involved in an accident, it may be difficult to determine who is to pay the costs associated with injuries and damages.  In fact, there may be multiple people, insurance companies, employers, and even government agencies involved in the litigation that follows a multiple vehicle crash.  It is important to remember some basic facts to determine who is ultimately responsible for paying for damages in such a case.

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The Facts About Auto Accidents and Back Injuries

A car accident often causes both minor and serious injuries.  Many people complain of aches and pains after an accident, and fortunately, most of these go away fairly quickly.  However, back pain is one of the most common long-term injuries people suffer following a car crash, and many of these injuries do not simply resolve themselves.

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Five Things To Do Before A Vehicle Accident

Sometimes, a bit of planning can go a long way to forestalling negative consequences.  This is especially true when planning for a disaster.  We all know that planning for a blizzard or a flood should happen before the first snowflake falls or the water appears at our doors, but what about planning in case something terrible like a car crash ever happens?  Although no one wants to think about it, the best time to plan on how to handle a vehicle accident is before it ever takes place!

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Alaksa Car Accident Facts

In recent years, according to the Alaska Highway Safety Office, there has been an increase in the number of car accidents involving injury and fatality in the State of Alaska.  This increase may reflect an increase in the number of drivers, an increase in reckless or careless vehicle operation, or both.  Here are some facts about the number of car accidents in our state: 

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Car Collisions and Neck Injuries

Neck injuries are some of the most common types of injuries to occur during car collisions.  However, the term “neck injury” is not very specific, so people have many different ideas of what these injuries constitute.  By understanding the major types of neck injuries that are common during vehicle accidents, victims can better comprehend their long-term recovery prospects and how much money it will actually take to seek the medical treatment they need, as well as other expenses they may encounter during and after recovery.

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What Can I Do About a Hit-and-Run Accident?

What Can I Do About a Hit-and-Run Accident?

Hit-and-run accidents, which are crashes in which one or more drivers flee the scene, are far more common than most people realize.  What is even more surprising is that many hit-and-run crashes involve serious or even fatal injuries.  When a driver flees the scene of an accident, he or she not only breaks the law … Read more

How To Protect Yourself After a Motorcycle Crash

How To Protect Yourself After a Motorcycle Crash

Motorcycle crashes are one of the leading causes of serious injury and death in vehicle accidents. When adjusted for population, motorcycle crashes are 29 times more likely to be fatal for the rider or passenger than car crashes, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.  Additionally, one out of every hundred motorcycle riders is … Read more

How Does My Driving Record Affect My Car Accident Claim?

How Does My Driving Record Affect My Car Accident Claim?

If you have been injured in a vehicle accident, it is likely that you are focused solely on the damage caused by that particular crash.  You are probably not thinking about that speeding ticket you had three years ago or how someone filed a claim against you for hitting their bumper in a parking lot.  … Read more