Category: Auto Accidents

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July - 2024

Should I Buy the Extra Insurance Offered When I Rent a Car?

Introduction When renting a vehicle, you are always faced with this question:  Should you opt for the rental company’s insurance, or rely on your own car insurance? This decision can seem minor—usually, it will only require that you check a box indicating your choice—but it […]

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08

July - 2024

What if the Other Driver Who Caused the Wreck Left the Scene—Do I Have a Case?

After a wreck occurs, a bad situation can become much worse when the other driver leaves the scene. It happens all the time. In a hit and run wreck, not only does the at-fault party leave the scene—all of the information needed to identify the […]

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11

June - 2024

If I Am in a Wreck That I Don’t Think Is My Fault, Do I Need to Talk to My Insurance Company?

Introduction We’ve all been there – being involved in a car accident can be a stressful experience, especially when you believe you are not at fault. One of the most difficult questions that arise after the wreck is whether it is necessary for the person […]

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06

May - 2024

What is the Impact of Not Wearing a Seat Belt on a Car Wreck Personal Injury Case?

Introduction The decision not to wear a seat belt can significantly impact a personal injury case following a car wreck. Since wearing a seat belt is required by law, failing to wear a seat belt may limit the damages you can claim from a wreck. […]

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18

April - 2024

What Do I Need to Do to Win a Car Wreck Case in the Columbus Area?

Understanding Your Case In the aftermath of a car wreck, figuring out the steps to secure justice and compensation can be daunting. Without the right assistance, it can sometimes seem impossible. This blog focuses on what you need to prove to win a car wreck […]

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24

January - 2024

Navigating Your Rights When Your Car is Deemed a Total Loss by Insurance

Introduction Dealing with a car accident is difficult enough, but losing your vehicle can be even more challenging. You have certain legal rights when your insurance company declares your vehicle a “total loss,” meaning the cost to repair the vehicle exceeds (or nearly exceeds) the […]

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05

January - 2024

Legal Options When the Other Driver is Under the Influence but Not Charged

Introduction  Dealing with a car accident where the other driver was under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be challenging, especially if they weren’t actually charged with a crime. This blog explores your legal options in such scenarios, highlighting the distinctions between criminal and […]

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19

December - 2023

Understanding Liability in Accidents Involving Remotely Operated or Driver-Assist Vehicles

Introduction This week’s blog explores a modern and increasingly relevant question in the realm of personal injury law: If you are involved in a car wreck with an automobile that is being driven remotely or equipped with driver assist technology, who is responsible for your […]

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01

December - 2023

Navigating Conversations With Insurance Adjusters After A Wreck: A Lawyer’s Guide

Introduction In the aftermath of a wreck, dealing with insurance adjusters is an inevitable step in the process of filing a claim. The role of the insurance adjuster is to investigate the accident and negotiate the settlement on behalf of the insurance company. While they […]

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24

November - 2023

When to Visit the Emergency Room After a Motor Vehicle Collision

Introduction The aftermath of a motor vehicle collision is often chaotic and stressful, leaving you to navigate through a myriad of decisions while still grappling with the shock of the event. One crucial early decision is whether to seek medical attention, especially when your injuries […]

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