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When a motorcyclist attempts to avoid an accident with a negligent driver but, by doing so, ends up crashing themselves, it is called a “no contact” motorcycle accident. In these cases, a driver can still be liable for the resulting damages if they are found to have contributed to or caused the motorcyclist to crash. Liability for a No Contact Motorcycle Accident Any party can be held accountable for an accident caused by their negligent or careless...

All drivers are susceptible to dozens of scenarios that can cause vehicles to break down while on the road. On a busy highway, stopping on the side of the road can quickly turn into a dangerous situation. Here are some safety tips on what to do in a roadside emergency. 1. Get Out of Harm’s Way Begin moving towards the side of the road at the first sign of trouble. Put the car in neutral and coast...

The “Eggshell Skull Rule” is a longstanding principle in personal injury law that states plaintiffs (victims) must be taken as you find them. In other words, when a plaintiff is more susceptible to injury, the defendant (at-fault party) can still be liable for their damages, even if the accident would not have injured an average person. How the Eggshell Skull Rule is Applied to Personal Injury Claims In personal injury cases, the defendant is responsible for making...

Double indemnity is a clause commonly found in life insurance and accident policies. It is a form of life insurance that requires insurance companies to pay up to double the face value of a policy to the beneficiary if the policyholder dies of accidental causes. As a result, grieving families can be provided with a range of benefits after the unexpected loss of a loved one. What Qualifies as an Accidental Death? To qualify for double indemnity...

A deposition is a legal tool used to take a witness’s testimony under oath before trial. During a deposition, lawyers for each side ask questions to establish and discover relevant facts to a personal injury case. In other words, depositions help provide a complete understanding of what occurred and who was involved. Deposition Basics Depositions are critical to the discovery phase of a personal injury case, which is when the parties obtain and share the information they...