Archive for 'Car Accident' Category
Recent Crash Fatality Statistics in Arizona Although you would expect fewer car accident fatalities when everyone is driving less during the pandemic, the country has seen a surge in these tragic losses of life over the last few years. Unfortunately, Arizona is not an exception. Data on 2021 crash fatalities in Arizona has recently been […]
Technology is quickly advancing, and cars can now drive without a human operator. Many questions can come up with this new technology, especially after a car accident. The biggest question is probably, Who is responsible for autonomous car accidents? If you’ve been injured in a self-driving car crash, you may be able to collect compensation […]
Car accidents often leave you with many questions and concerns. If you had a car seat in your vehicle, you may be wondering, do car seats need to be replaced after an accident? The answer depends on the details of the accident. After a collision, you can count on Silkman Law Firm Injury & Accident Lawyer […]
When you sustain injuries from a drunk driving accident and want to file a claim, one of the first things you will need to know is the kind of damages you qualify for. What are Damages? “Damages” is a legal term used to refer to compensation awarded to you in court and are generally classified […]
It can be overwhelming to deal with the aftermath of a car accident. While seeking a doctor and getting checked out should be high on your list, so is finding legal help. Here is why. You Are Filing for a Claim If you believe the car accident was not your fault and you want to file a […]
June is known as National Safety Month. During this month, it’s important to be aware of one of the largest causes of personal injury—auto accidents. Statistics show that 1.3 million people die in road crashes each year, an average of 3,287 deaths a day. Many causes contribute to this horrifying statistic—alcohol, texting while driving, etc. […]
Approximately 75 million riders use Uber, and 23 million riders use Lyft. These ridesharing services are convenient, but can cause complications regarding accidents. If your Uber driver gets into a car crash, who’s to blame? If you’re injured by a Lyft driver, can you file a claim? Here’s what you need to know about ridesharing and […]
Windows open, music blasting, Mr. J was headed south on the 101 to work when his whole world exploded into chaos. Eyes alertly watching the road, Mr. J could see a large 18-wheel truck turn on its blinker and start moving into his lane. The problem for Mr. J was that the big rig truck […]
There’s one question we hear a lot from people – “Do I really need to call the police if someone hits me? I mean, what if I’m not that injured or there’s not much damage to my car?” We know what’s motivating the question. The vision of calling the police –sitting in the middle of traffic (or […]
We can all accept that accidents will happen, and we do our very best to avoid them. Unfortunately, though, we don’t always have control of what happens, and that’s when accidents can be the most tragic. What do you do when you’re out for a drive and you get into a motor-vehicle accident that is clearly not […]
