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Whiplash is the most common neck injury caused in a car accident, especially in rear-end and side collisions. Symptoms may not appear for a day or more after a crash, but that does not take away from their severity. Although whiplash is considered a minor soft-tissue injury, it has the potential to cause long-term…

After a car accident, you may be wondering whether you will have to go to court to recover compensation. Most car accident cases in Albuquerque settle before they reach trial. In other words, it is unlikely that you will have to go to court. Reasons Why You Might Have to Go to Court There…

When commercial products harm the average consumer, federal and state laws are in place to hold retailers accountable. Although they may not have been responsible for manufacturing the defective product, they can still be legally liable for selling it. Business Owners Have a Duty to Protect Their Customers When a business or retailer advertises…

If you or a loved one was injured in an Uber or Lyft accident, you have the right to recover compensation. The amount you are entitled to will depend on who was at fault and the extent of your injuries and other losses. Liability for an Uber or Lyft Accident Uber and Lyft drivers…

The damage caused by a house fire is often avoidable. In these tragic accidents, carelessness or defective equipment are often the culprits. However, who is liable in a house fire accident will depend on its cause and whether it was set on purpose or accidental. Liability for Accidental House Fires The damage and any…

Under the rule of premises liability, you can end up being liable if someone gets hurt while working on your property. However, since each case is unique, whether you will be financially responsible depends on your unique circumstances, including how the worker was injured and whether they carry workers’ compensation insurance. Duty of a…

When you total a car that you own, the insurer that is responsible for paying for the accident may give you the actual cash value (pre-crash value) of the vehicle. If you were leasing the car at the time of the accident, however, this can complicate the insurance process. When you lease a vehicle,…

Back pain is one of the most common complaints made by car accident victims. The back can suffer many different types of injuries in a car crash, from a pinched nerve to a severed spinal cord. If your neck, back or spine is injured in a car accident, you can experience several painful and…

The test drive is an important part of purchasing a new car. Unfortunately, experimenting with a car that you’re unfamiliar with can invite disaster – such as a car accident. If you get into a car accident during a test drive, the party responsible for paying for the damage will depend on the circumstances….

When you arrive at a hospital in an ambulance after a car accident, there is no time to check if you have health insurance coverage or other ways to pay for the medical care that you need. The law requires the hospital to treat you in an emergency regardless of your ability to pay…