Teens on the road can be unsettling to all of us. For those of us with teen drivers in our household, you may very well worry about their own inexperience or questionable driving practices. Alternatively, you may worry about others on the road who are distracted or otherwise not driving safely. For those of us […]
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Stay Safe on the Roads this Winter
We have already seen some devastating weather patterns this winter in Arkansas. In addition to the wet and icy conditions of winter, there have also been extreme wind patterns and even tornados crashing through the state. With winter still a reality for us for a few more months, it continues to be important to stay […]
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Jury Selection and Your Personal Injury Case
Once you have reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) for your accident injuries, your attorney is likely to submit a demand letter to the insurance company providing coverage to the person at-fault for causing your accident injuries. The demand letter will detail what happened in the accident itself, your injuries, your medical treatment for your injuries, […]
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Pre-existing Conditions And Your Personal Injury Claim
Few among us can say that we have never been injured, ill, or sought medical treatment for these things or some other health condition. The aches and pains of life are far from rare. When you are injured in an accident, however, these things may suddenly get the ominous label of “pre-existing conditions” and all […]
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Can I Bring an Injury Claim Against the Government?
Have you been injured on government property? Were you injured in a car accident caused by a government employee? If so, you may be wondering whether you can bring a claim against the government seeking compensation for the harm you have suffered. While it is possible to do so, the rules are incredibly specific and […]
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What to Expect from Your Initial Consultation with a Personal Injury Attorney
Have you ever met with an attorney before? For many accident victims, it will be the first time they meet with an attorney or have any kind of dealings with a law office. While retaining a personal injury attorney to handle your injury claim can be a critical step in protecting your legal rights and […]
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What Is a Release?
You have been through a lot. You have been injured in an accident. You have gone to seemingly endless doctor’s appointments. Your life has changed. You have watched medical bills and other expenses pile up. You have waited patiently to get a good settlement offer. Finally, the process is wrapping up. You have reached an […]
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What Happens at a Personal Injury Trial?
Despite insurance companies being often difficult to work with, most personal injury claims are settled before the need for a full-blown trial arises. There are, however, instances when an insurance company refuses to increase a settlement offer to one that fully and fairly compensates an injury victim for losses sustained due to the action or […]
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What Are the Most Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents?
For 2019, the Governors Highway Safety Association estimated that there were 6,590 pedestrian fatalities for the year. Not only was this a 5% increase from the 6,227 pedestrian fatalities of 208, but it would mean that 2019 was one of the most fatal years for pedestrians in over 30 years. With pedestrian fatality numbers on […]
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How Are Pain and Suffering Damages Determined?
If you have been injured in some type of accident, whether it be a car accident, a slip and fall, or something else, you know that the pain involved can extend far beyond the physical. Being in pain, living with pain, undergoing sometimes invasive medical treatment, and the impact all of this can have on […]
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