Many factors go into determining fault in a multi-car accident. Sometimes, people have a misconception that the driver who initiated the crash, perhaps a person rear-ending another vehicle, is responsible. However, while in most cases the driver who is at fault is...
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Are the Savings from Tort Reform Imaginary? (Yes!)
Tort reform, which is often marketed as the solution to frivolous malpractice lawsuits, has been a topic of hot debate in America for decades. In reality, tort reform threatens victims of accidents and injuries while providing no benefit to anyone but the insurance industry. Further, frivolous lawsuits are thrown out by judges early in...
Read MoreWhat Does My Car Insurance Cover?
There is no “one size fits all” for car insurance. Generally, people tend to opt for the “state minimum” for car insurance because it is the cheapest coverage available. However, this insurance only covers damage caused by a collision to the car, not other types of damage or loss. Furthermore, it may only cover...
Read MoreShould I Buy Rental Car Insurance?
There are many factors to consider before purchasing rental car insurance. For starters, you may already be covered by your current car insurance or your credit card; according to Merle Scheiber of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, “Your personal auto car coverage usually [includes] rental car coverage.” If your personal auto insurance plan includes...
Read MoreHow Many Actually Died Because of an Ignition Flaw in GM Cars?
Attorney Ken Feinberg was hired by General Motors (GM) to oversee its victims’ compensation fund but has stressed his independence from GM management. Feinberg announced this week how many deaths and injuries he has so far connected to a known ignition switch flaw in GM cars. The automotive behemoth has publicly attributed 54 accidents to...
Read MoreAre Punitive Damage Caps Constitutional?
Punitive damages refers to financial compensation awarded to an injured party that goes beyond mere compensation for losses. A damages cap is a law that limits the amount that can be awarded regardless of the facts of the individual case. Punitive damages...
Read MoreIs the Metro Safe For All Riders?
Washington, D.C. Injury Attorneys Examine New Rail Extension Since it opened in 1976, millions of people have depended upon the DC Metro every day to get to work, school and local attractions. Consisting of five different lines and over 100 miles of track, Metrorail is second only to the New York City subway in terms...
Read MoreWhy Is the NHTSA So Slow to Respond to Fatal Vehicle Problems?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation, has as its mission statement: “Save lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes.” Lately, though, the agency seems far more interested in kowtowing to corporate interests, as it offers lax regulations, gives away high safety ratings and allows car manufacturers to opt out...
Read MoreWhere Are the Worst Drivers in America?
Washington D.C. is notorious for its busy streets, fraught with dangers and hazardous conditions for all drivers. However, if you stay alert and cautious behind the wheel, you can reduce your chances of getting hurt in a traffic accident. To make sure that we avoid accidents, the best thing we can do is remain...
Read MoreJudge Rules BP Grossly Negligent in Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill
Large corporations frequently disregard safety regulations in an effort to increase their bottom line. When they do so, tragic accidents can occur, resulting in injuries and death. Sometimes the number of injuries and deaths can be staggering. In 2010, an offshore oil drilling rig owned by BP blew up off the coast of Louisiana when...
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