Teen Accidents and Who is Responsible
It’s no surprise that teen driving accidents account for a large number of car wrecks in Wichita, Hutchinson and Topeka. Combine inexperience with lack of care and throw in some texting while driving and you have a recipe for disaster. In 2010, almost 300,000 teens were injured in a wreck. When an accident with a […]
Online Legal Advice and How it Can Hurt You
When a question arises, most people go the same place to find an answer: the internet. A few clicks on your computer or pushing a few buttons on your phone will bring up thousands of answers instantly. However, finding legal advice online can backfire if the information isn’t accurate. Although much of the information can […]
When a Car Accident Can Put You Behind Bars
Car accidents happen in Wichita, Derby and Goddard every day. In 2010, over five million accidents were reported across the United States. If the injury, stress and financial issues that arise from an accident aren’t enough, many people don’t realize they could face criminal consequences as well. Before you get behind the wheel again, make […]
Seven Simple Steps to Avoid a Wichita Auto Accident
Each year, an estimated two million Americans sustain serious injuries from an auto accident and an additional 40,000 are killed. The best way drivers can avoid these life altering accidents is to drive defensively. Here are a few of the best tips to drive defensively and avoid an accident on Wichita highways. Always make sure […]
When Can Sending a Text Land You in Court
Distracted driving laws are taking even greater measures to keep highways safe. Some states don’t even require you to be in the vehicle to face distracted driving charges. Shannon Colonna learned first-hand how seriously the state of New Jersey feels about distracted driving. Colonna was texting her boyfriend, Kyle Best, when Best hit two people […]
Acquiring Medical Records for a Personal Injury Case
For any personal injury case, providing medical documents as evidence is fundamental. However, sometimes this can be a daunting task. The following steps will help you obtain the medical records needed to prove your case. If you have hired a competent personal injury attorney, the attorney will gather your records for you. You will only […]
I had an Accident in the Company Car – Am I Liable?
Many Wichita workplaces require employees to have a valid driving license so they can run errands in the company vehicle. Accidents happen, but having an accident in a company vehicle can bring up a different set of questions, namely who is responsible for the damage. Employer Liability Employers are vicariously liable for the actions of […]
Maximum Medical Improvement and What it Means
Many injuries that happen on the job will require rehabilitation. After several weeks or months of rehabilitation, your doctor may tell you that you’ve reached maximum medical improvement, or in other words, you’re as healthy as you’re going to get. Even if you continue rehabilitation, your condition probably will not improve. If your condition is […]
Myths about a Personal Injury Case in Kansas
If you’ve ever been in a Wichita auto accident before, it’s probably a scary time for you. Friends and family are all passing along words of advice on how to handle your property damage claim, which attorney you should hire and many other tidbits of information about your personal injury case. What is true and […]
If I am Approached by an Attorney After my Wreck, Should I Hire Him?
Some attorney’s use a “runner” to push their services. In other words, if they hear someone was in a car wreck, they might send this person to make money off you and your accident. In fact, sometimes they are so eager to start making money that they’ll send this runner while you’re still in the […]
How to Avoid Problems on the Highway from Heavy Storms
With all the severe storms Kansas is experiencing, people of Wichita, Derby, Andover and Goddard are sometimes forced to brave the heavy rain to head to work or pick up the kids from school. When this happens, it’s important to drive with the utmost caution. While on the roads during heavy rain, not only […]
New Studies Show Distracted Driving Even Deadlier
We have all seen the distracted driver that swerves into another lane or almost rear-ends someone because they’re on their phone. You may have even been that person at one time or another. Awareness for distracted driving has seriously increased over the last few years due the significant problems it has created on roads across […]
How Insurance Adjusters will use your Facebook Account Against you after a Pratt or Garden City Automobile Accident
Social media has become a part of every day life for most Kansans. We use it to tell our friends about updates in our lives, but sometimes the information posted on social media can come back to bite you. This is especially true in personal injury lawsuits. You may just want everyone to know why […]
Can I be sued for Causing an Accident in Wichita, Hutchinson or Pratt?
Accidents happen. A fender-bender on Rock Road during rush hour or a more serious accident on Kellogg can be a scary place to find yourself, especially if you were the one to cause the accident. If you find yourself in this position, stay calm. Don’t try to leave the site of the accident because that […]
Whiplash and Reverse Natural Curve
By now, most people are aware of whiplash and the painful symptoms it entails. Some people even know that headaches, ringing in the ears and having difficulty concentrating are all symptoms of whiplash. What many people don’t know about a soft tissue injury called reverse natural curve and how it can change a person’s life. […]
The Pros and Cons of Accepting a Lump Sum Settlement
If you’ve been hurt on the job, you may have the option of accepting a lump sum settlement. While accepting a lump sum settlement isn’t always bad, it can certainly hurt you in the long run if you don’t proceed the right way. So here’s the run down of what a lump sum settlement […]
I was in a Car Accident in Wichita, How do I Prove it Wasn’t My Fault
Sometimes when people are involved in a car wreck, they are very cordial. In other cases, they aren’t. Some accidents are hit-and-run, while others involve the driver at fault denying responsibility. When this happens, these are the steps you can take to keep from being blamed for an accident that wasn’t your fault. Take […]
Dealing with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome after a Wichita Auto Accident
Some people are lucky enough to walk away from a car accident with only minor injuries. But after a few weeks, the pain may get worse; in fact it feels like your arm is on fire. Eventually, the pain spreads. It’s so excruciating that you can’t even sleep. Although rare, this is a real disease, […]
Most Common Injuries in Wichita Auto Accidents
Car accident injuries are common, even from a low-velocity impact. Injuries range from minor cuts and bruises, to chronic whiplash and traumatic brain injuries. The severity of injuries are based off many factors like: location of the impact, health and age of the injured party, the type of automobile, speed of impact and much more. […]
What To Do if Your Vehicle is Totaled
Car accidents, even ones that don’t result in serious injury to the passengers, can result in severe damage to your car. Even low velocity wrecks can cost thousands of dollars to fix. This happens every day to people of Wichita, Hutchinson, Derby or Salina and if you are not sure how to handle insurance agents […]
