Making a left turn can be tricky, especially when a driver is trying to cross busy traffic. Some drivers attempt a left turn when it's too early, and this often leads to the driver colliding with another vehicle. If you are struck by a car making a left turn, make sure to remain calm and contact the authorities. After the incident, make sure to contact a personal inju
All commercial truck drivers must be screened to determine if they are engaging in drug use. Despite drug screenings being an essential part of maintaining employment as a commercial truck driver, many commercial truck drivers fail to pass these tests. Also, some commercial truck companies may fail to screen their drivers, and this can often lead to intoxicated driver
Unfortunately, when driving, you may have a sudden medical emergency that causes you to lose consciousness. This event may lead you to crash your car and possibly injure another party. However, you may be able to use the medical emergency as a defense if the other party seeks compensation for their injuries. The Timing of the Medical Emergency Whether or not you can u
The goal of nearly every personal injury case is for the claimant or plaintiff to receive damages. Personal injury attorneys help their clients pursue three types of damages, and it's important to understand what they are and why they might be awarded. 1. Compensatory Damages Yes, it might seem a little odd to call a type of damages compensatory given that all of the
There are several factors that can increase your likelihood of being the victim of a violent crime, according to Leonard Adam Sipes, Jr., Former Senior Specialist for Crime Prevention for the Department of Justice's clearinghouse. Drug and alcohol use increases your risk of being victimized as well as being by yourself. While there may be some steps you can