A hit and run accident usually causes a few unique legal issues. There are significant criminal and civil consequences for the party that leaves the scene, as well as complications for victims seeking compensation. Legal consequences for the responsible party...

If you are injured while taking public transportation, you may be able to file an injury lawsuit against the company that runs the transport line. Public transportation includes buses, trains, and subways. Personal injury lawsuits can be quite complicated, so...

When most people think about the legal results of car accidents, it is typically regarding multi-vehicle wrecks. However, it is important to understand the legal options available to pedestrians after they have been hit by a car. The compensation a...

Over a million U.S. drivers were arrested for driving under the influence in 2010. A high occurrence of drunk driving leads to serious accidents and debilitating injuries. A number of legal issues arise once a drunk driver strikes a pedestrian,...

Getting into a car accident brings about several basic human instincts. When someone feels they have done something wrong, their first impulse may be to flee the scene of the wreck. Although this person may think they have gotten away...

If you received an injury while working on a construction job, you may be entitled to benefits such as worker’s compensation or payment of medical expenses. Worker’s compensation typically prohibits an employee from suing their employer. All the employee must...

In car accidents involving a pedestrian, the pedestrian may be partially or wholly to blame. Pedestrians are vulnerable to being hit by vehicles because they have no protection against these large machines. Unfortunately, a pedestrian can be seriously injured in...

When a pedestrian is hit by a car, their legal claim will almost always be against the driver of the car. However, pedestrians are sometimes able to bring a claim against the city in which they were hit. Unsafe streets...

Although millions of bikers ride safely throughout America everyday, the dangers of motorcycle accidents are still present. The risks are so high because motorcycles are more dangerous to operate than other automobiles. According to a report from the National Highway...

If you have thought about finding a personal injury lawyer after an accident, you likely have questions about confidentiality. Some of those questions may include exactly what you can tell your attorney and what information they will keep private. Understanding...