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When you're involved in a car accident, a key factor in determining the amount of compensation you receive is the amount of available insurance coverage. However, you have no control over the amount of insurance that another driver carries. That's where uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) insurance come in.  They are coverages that you may add...

Negligent drivers continue to cause fatal car accidents on our nation's roads. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's latest projections on traffic fatalities in 2022 show that 31,785 people died in car accidents in the first nine months of the year, a decrease of 0.2% compared to the previous year. The numbers show that despite...

Photos of your crash can serve as important evidence in your legal case. If you were involved in a car accident caused by negligence, you have the right to seek financial compensation. But it can be an uphill battle, as some drivers will lie about what happened, and even if they do not, you can be assured...

What is D.C. doing to reduce roadway fatalities? With traffic deaths on the rise, D.C. has a long way to go to reach its goal of zero traffic deaths by 2024. The District hoped to progress toward the goal, but serious and fatal car accidents remain a problem, primarily due to reckless and negligent drivers....

Intersections are a frequent site of serious and fatal collisions. The City Council for Washington, D.C., recently voted to ban right on red turns for motorists but will continue to allow cyclists to continue through intersections without stopping if the intersection is clear, according to a DC'ist and WAMU news story about the proposal aimed...

Technology can help present information to a jury in a clear and compelling way. If you file a personal injury lawsuit seeking damages (the legal term for financial compensation), you and your attorney may need to go to civil court to present your case for compensation. This process is called a trial, and your case...

  You were in a car accident, and the police were called. After ensuring everyone was safe, they conducted an initial investigation and completed an accident report. This report contains information such as the date and time of the crash, the names and contact information of everyone involved, a description of the accident, and whether...

If you've been injured in a motorcycle accident that was not your fault, you may be wondering how a lawyer can help you and whether you should seek legal advice. Motorcycles are often overlooked while on the roads, but all motorists are responsible for sharing the road and being safe drivers. That includes but is...

First responders put their lives on the line daily for those in need of help. But unfortunately, far too many first responders lose their lives or sustain severe injuries helping others on the roadside or doing their duty (i.e., the police officer conducting a traffic stop). While many states have a "Move Over" law to...

A car accident can happen anytime in Rockville and instantly change victims' lives. They can be left with a wide range of serious injuries, including head, neck, or back injuries. Other types of injuries can also be life-changing – such as injuries to the eye, which of course is very fragile due to its soft...