Dealing with the aftermath of a truck accident can be overwhelming. In addition to physical and emotional recovery, you’ll likely have to navigate the claims process with insurance companies. While these companies may seem helpful, their primary goal is often to protect their bottom line, which can lead to challenges when seeking fair compensation. Our…
If you were injured as a result of someone else’s actions, it may be a good idea to file a personal injury claim lawsuit against that individual. You are, in general, guaranteed the right to compensation if he or she was responsible for causing your injury. Before you file, however, you should have a basic…
Suffering an injury is never something you expect. When a plaintiff brings a personal injury claim, they must show that the defendant’s negligence caused the injury. To do so, a plaintiff, or their car accident lawyer in Washington, DC on behalf of them, must prove these four elements exist in a lawsuit. The Defendant Had…
A DUI manslaughter charge is one of the most serious outcomes of driving under the influence. When a person with prior DUI convictions faces this charge, the legal landscape can become even more severe. Courts often take a prior DUI history as an indication of continued risky behavior, leading to potentially harsher penalties and fewer…
Types of Criminal Offenses A criminal offense is any violation of local, state, or federal law. Punishment for criminal offenses ranges widely but can include fines, community service, probation, or even jail time. Although you might think that having a criminal offense isn’t a big deal, it can potentially impact you for the rest of…
How a Criminal Conviction Can Impact Your Life When you’re facing a criminal charge, it’s imperative to contact our MD criminal offenses attorney. Individuals accused of crimes usually focus on staying out of jail and feel tremendous relief when they manage to avoid this outcome. Unfortunately, they fail to recognize that a criminal conviction can…
Over time, circumstances can change for both parents and children, making it necessary to revisit and modify an existing child custody agreement. Courts typically aim to create custody arrangements that are in the best interests of the child, but what was suitable at the time of the divorce or separation may no longer work down…
Taking Precautions to Prevent Motorcycle Accidents Most motorcycle accidents involve a car, truck, or another similar vehicle. In more than 2/3 of those accidents, the car driver ventured into the motorcycle rider’s right of way. If you’re injured in a crash that is the fault of another driver, you may have a right to compensation…
The Do’s and Don’ts of a Motorcycle Accident Motorcycles pose a unique combination of excitement and risk for owners. Because there is less protection when driving a bike than when driving a vehicle, drivers are more vulnerable to injuries. The thrill of riding a motorcycle also lends itself to a greater amount of risk-taking as…
What Happens When You Are Convicted of Drunk Driving Drinking and driving are never acceptable. The risk of injury to you or someone else is the reason it’s against the law. Perhaps you got behind the wheel thinking you were within the legal limit, or you have a problem you’re trying to get under control….