A car accident involving a child has both immediate and long-term effects. Babies and kids don’t exhibit the same symptoms of trauma as adults do after an accident. It can be difficult to identify the kind of medical help a child currently needs, and how much emotional support and mental therapy they will need in […]

You’ve probably heard that lawyers can be very expensive to employ. That might be the case in many situations, but not all. If you or a loved one has been in a serious car accident, it’s important to understand how much you might be on the hook for when retaining a lawyer. Will it be […]

Getting medical attention is the first priority after any accident. But for anything more serious than a fender bender, the help of an experienced professional can make a big difference from the start. An attorney can help a victim get the necessary treatment and care—and give them the best chance of getting full compensation for […]

This piece was originally published 2/15/2020, and has been revised and updated on 10/6/2022. According to the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, 72% of children killed in motor vehicle crashes were occupants of a vehicle. (Pedestrians and bicyclists made up 17% and 3%, respectively.) While even one death is too many, it is worth noting […]

Your parked car has been hit by a truck. What should you do? Your next steps depend on a variety of factors. If anyone was inside the parked car when it was struck, call first responders right away to address any possible injuries or existing dangers.

It is a good idea to enlist the help of an auto accident attorney after any crash that involves property damage or personal injury. It is even more important if you are hit by a delivery truck. Delivery truck accidents are more complicated than a typical incident with two private vehicles and their drivers. Not […]