Immediately after an accident, the name and the laws of the state seldom seem relevant to the victims of an accident, but as time passes and the reality of the situation begins to hit home, understanding them becomes something of paramount importance. Just like any other state in the United States, ...
Personal injuries are defines as any kind of physical, mental, or emotional damage sustained from an accident through no fault of the victim's own. Many types of personal injuries exist and occur, including: road traffic accidents, work accidents, slip, trip, and fall accidents, medical negligence c...
No matter where you live, suffering from a personal injury can be a scary thing. Fighting for the compensation you deserve is challenging. But there is hope, and you can get a great outcome for your case. Before you head to court, here are a few things you should know about personal injury cases in ...
Although car accidents aren't the leading cause of death in the United States, they are a significant factor. But how do we stack up against other countries? Fortunately, car accident fatalities make up tiny a fraction of a percentage of deaths they cause. The worldwide average is roughly 18 out of ...
Trucks accident or 18-wheelers accident in El Paso can cause serious injuries to passengers when an accident occurs. Trucks traveling at high speeds with fully-loaded trailers cannot stop quickly. They must allow enough room between vehicles and adjust their driving to account for the road condition...
When a property owner's negligence causes you to slip, fall, and suffer an injury, you have a right to seek compensation for your damages. Property owners have a responsibility to maintain their premises to safe conditions, and this includes attending to any slip-and-fall hazards that might be prese...
In legal terms, negligence is defined as a "failure to exercise the degree of care expected of a person of ordinary prudence" which results in exposing others to "a foreseeable and unreasonable risk of harm." However, determining negligence in an accident is rarely cut-and-dry, and the law recogniz...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that the economic toll of motor vehicle accidents in the United States amounts to $277 billion per year—or almost $900 per person living in the United States. Motor vehicle accidents cause a further $594 billion in terms of loss of l...
Traffic accidents happen every day in Houston. Recently, police reported two separate wrong-way drivers in the same location on the same day. Unfortunately, one the wrong-way driving incidents resulted in a deadly motorcycle crash. The First Accident In the first accident, a motorcycle driver was k...
Well, you may be asking who is a workers compensation attorney Macon. Well, you need to know that these are lawyers who specialize in representing workers, who have been injured and disabled – permanently, temporarily, or a combination of both – and family members of workers who may have died while ...
Recently, a driver struck one of the medical buildings at Regional Medical Center of San Jose so hard that the building's integrity had to be checked. The driver of the vehicle was not on the scene when the authorities arrived. The hit-and-run crash reportedly happened in the early-morning hours, a...
EnterAny traumatic event can bring about symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and an auto accident is no exception. If you're suffering from PTSD after a car accident, it is possible to pursue damages through an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. Bringing in an Expert Because ...
Reckless driving is at the top of the list when it comes to what causes most traffic accidents. Recently, vehicles along Interstate 95 South witnessed a three-vehicle crash that left one dead and more injured. A man from Peabody was killed during the crash while at least four others, including a ch...
Most employees tend to avoid lawyers even when they have been injured on the job and are worried stiff about their future. True, the legal process is not always easy to conceive. However, the workman's compensation lawyers Macon are a helpful lot and will charge you no fees until you receive the ben...
If no agreement is reached soon, the Justice Department plans to file a civil lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV because of excess diesel vehicle emissions. In January, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) accused Fiat Chrysler of illegally using undisclosed software to allow diesel ...
You may have heard that if you're pulled over by a police officer in Pennsylvania, you are not legally required to comply with every request or demand. But what if the officer asks you to get out of your vehicle? Supreme Court rulings held that an officer who pulls you over for allegedly violating ...
As personal injury attorneys in Rock Hill, South Carolina, we know that even some of the most common legal encounters, such as routine traffic stops, can raise questions. For example, anyone who has watched a crime drama on television has heard police issue the warning, "You have the right to remain silent," to a suspect. But does this right apply during a traffic stop?If a police officer stops a driver on the road, it is because of a perceived criminal or civil infraction. A traffic stop allows the officer to investigate the possible offense, collect information (including driver's license and vehicle registration), and issue citations as necessary. It is unconstitutional (Delaware v. Prouse, 1979) for an officer to stop a vehicle for the sole purpose of checking documents, so if you are stopped by the police, you can assume that the officer suspects you of an infraction.With this in mind, many drivers are tempted to invoke their Fifth Amendment right to remain silent in order to avoid making self-incriminating statements. According to the ACLU, both drivers and passengers do have the right to remain silent during a traffic stop. Neither police officers nor prosecutors may use a person's silence in this situation to assume of guilt. However, if the officer perceives your silence as resisting arrest or obstructing his/her duties, it may become reasonable suspicion and lead to further detainment or a search of your person or vehicle. If you choose to invoke your right to silence during a traffic stop, make this clear to the officer by stating so aloud. You might say, "I invoke my Fifth Amendment right to avoid self-incrimination," or "I would prefer to speak with my attorney before saying anything else."In short, drivers in South Carolina do have the right to remain silent during a traffic stop, but it may not be the best course of action. If you have been stopped by the police while driving and have questions about your rights, contact the experienced attorneys at Lewis Law Firm today. If your rights have been violated, or if you would like to build a defense before appearing in court for a traffic infraction, we can help you take your next step in the right direction.
Smartphone technology is still an imperfect science. For all that we're now able to do, software and hardware alike are both still far from infallible. This is an unfortunate lesson one babysitter was tragically forced to learn first-hand after she was unable to reach 911 due to a T-Mobile glitch. A...
Swedish waste management company Renova is working with Volvo Trucks to create the very first autonomous garbage truck. It's part of an effort to make garbage collection safer and more efficient. Removing human error from the equation could help keep other drivers and pedestrians safe from garbage t...
For most cyclists being able to take your bike on the roads is more than just a mode of transport, it's a lifestyle that comes with many different rewarding experiences for those lucky enough to appreciate it. Unfortunately cycling comes with its fair share of ever increasing risks. Where more and m...
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