Depending on the facts and legal issues, witnesses could be critical to the outcome of your personal injury case. Usually, the more credible witnesses you have, the stronger your case. That can mean a higher settlement amount, an insurance company more eager to settle, and less likely to push a case to trial.If you or a loved one are injured due to another party, Aaron Hicks at the Hicks Law Firm will assist you in any way we can. Our firm serves clients with personal injury claims throughout Orange...
Posted by Aaron Hicks on 12/04/2023
You were recently injured in a roadway accident. Whether you were driving in a car and another vehicle hit you, a distracted truck driver collided into your car, or you were biking or walking when you were struck, all of these are common roadway accidents that result in personal injury. Now you have high medical bills and other expenses to pay, which isn’t fair. The person who was responsible for the accident should have to compensate you. That’s where Robin D. Perry can help. The...
Posted by Robin Perry on 09/14/2021
If you live in the Atlanta metro area, you already know how problematic the roads can be. Atlanta has some of the worst traffic in the nation. It was ranked 9th in total congestion delays in 2020. The average commuter spends an average of 37 hours a year just stuck in traffic.Unfortunately, all this traffic makes Atlanta one of the worst cities to drive in.According to U.S. Insurance Agents, Atlanta, unfortunately, ranks in the top ten most dangerous cities to drive in. (Number 6, following Baton...
Posted by Edward Kim on 08/05/2021
There are many accidents that can potentially lead to brain injuries. The brain is one of the most delicate parts of the body, and we rely heavily on this organ to think, feel, and move. Even a slight knock to the head can have serious consequences in the future, and the medical community now considers even mild concussions to be serious health concerns. If you want to avoid a number of notable issues, you should do everything you can to avoid these accidents. Of course, sometimes accidents...
Posted by Mary Alexander on 06/22/2021
Even a safe and skillful driver can still end up in a serious crash. Indeed, motor vehicle collisions are the leading cause of accidental injuries in our region. The Virginia Highway Safety Office (VHSO) reports that there were 128,172 accidents reported in the Commonwealth in 2019. Altogether, these wrecks resulted in 65,708 reported injuries and 827 confirmed fatalities. If you were hurt in a crash in Hampton Roads, you need the maximum available compensation to pay for medical care, cover...
Posted by Carlton Bennett on 12/04/2020
The civil law system exists in Virginia to make sure accident victims are made “whole.” Put simply, a motorist who is harmed through no fault of their own should not suffer financially because of the accident. Instead, the driver who is to blame should bear the financial burden. For this reason, our clients can often receive compensation for medical care, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering following a Virginia car accident.Unfortunately, not every accident victim receives...
Posted by William Breit on 12/04/2020
The current COVID-19 pandemic has changed the lives of Iowa residents in numerous ways, as most of us are encouraged to implement social distancing, refrain from going into work if possible, and to avoid unnecessary travel. These closures, interruptions, and cancellations, however, could have more than just an impact on our day-to-day lives. Some people, for instance, may be concerned over the effect of the current pandemic on a wide range of legal claims, including car accident claims and other...
Posted by Walter Thomas on 07/27/2020
While it is true that many aspects of our lives are currently on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are also certain things, including legal matters, that cannot be put off indefinitely. Although court closures and mandatory stay-at-home orders may have made it more difficult to pursue a legal claim at this time, doing so is still possible with the help of an experienced and diligent lawyer, so if you were injured in an accident in Virginia and have questions or concerns about a pending or...
Posted by Herbert Maxey on 07/27/2020
The novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic is keeping most of the US at home, but the New York State Department of Health continues to encourage residents to get out for fresh air and exercise. Many pedestrians are hitting the sidewalks, parks, trails, and other outdoor spaces that remain open. Add to that the number of essential workers heading to work Manhattan, and you’ve got a large number of people still getting around on foot. That means pedestrian accidents are still a very real threat...
Posted by Steven Mandel on 06/22/2020
