What You Need to Know About Liability in Truck Accidents
Truck accidents are a totally different level of accident both in terms of scope and liability. This is because most truck accidents involve a large truck, such as an 18-wheeler, dump truck, or garbage truck, that collides with a passenger vehicle or personal truck.....
What is a Reasonable Doubt?
Most Americans know that in criminal cases a defendant cannot be convicted of a crime unless the jury finds that the government (state or federal) has proven its case “beyond a reasonable doubt.” But just what is a “reasonable doubt” and where did this standard come...
What is personal injury? | Richard Banta Law
Personal injury is defined as any sort of bodily injury to a person. There are several different types of personal injury categories. Following is a list of few popular ones: Car Accident Cases: The most common type of personal injury claim arises from a car accident....
What You Should Know About Giving A Statement After A Car Accident | Richard Banta Law
There is a chance that if you have been in a recent car accident, you may have heard from an insurance claims adjuster that is seeking a recorded statement from you. In some cases, a recorded statement from a person in a recent accident may speed along an...
Is a Wrongful Death Award Paid to the Deceased’s Estate?
Laws surrounding wrongful death lawsuits, including who can file one and who receives the payout varies by jurisdiction. However, if a person dies as a result of the negligence or a careless act of another, he or she can be considered as having suffered a wrongful...
The Insurance Claim Process for Car Accidents
How a Lawyer Can Help with the Insurance Claim Process After A Car Accidents If you suffered significant property damage or were seriously injured in an accident caused by someone else, you might be wondering how an attorney can assist you with the claim process. You...
Do’s and Don’ts to Remember in the Event of an Accident
Getting in an accident is one of the most stressful events a motorist will encounter. Whether a car, truck or automobile accident, the initial rush of adrenaline and anxiety caused by the sudden impact can cause many people to do or say things in the heat of...
Can I Sue My Ex Spouse for a Personal Injury They Caused Me?
Typically, you may seek compensation for any injuries caused by the negligent actions of another person or entity. However, the law is not always clear when it comes to seeking compensation if the person who caused your injuries is a former spouse. In the past, a...
What Should You Do If Your Uber Driver Gets In A Car Accident?
The convenience, reliability, and low costs of the popular ride-sharing program, Uber, has made commuting very easy for many people. However, with Uber completing thousands of rides on a daily basis, there is a high chance of drivers being involved in accidents,...
Seat Belt Laws
Car Accident Lawyer According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of death for both males and females from birth to 54 years of age. More than half of all...
