A “sideswipe” car accident happens when the side of one vehicle brushes or scrapes the side of another while driving side by side. Even though these collisions might seem like harmless fender-benders, they can lead to serious consequences—especially on highways, where cars travel fast. How Is a Sideswipe Different from Other Crashes? Sideswipes do not look like your typical rear-end or T-bone collisions. Instead, when your vehicle and another one make contact along their sides, it can lead to sudden[…] Read More
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What to Do if Your Vehicle Was Hit by a Taxi Cab
Many assumptions can be made about taxi drivers, including that they are more careless because they spend more time on the road than most drivers, or that they are more careful because they have seen many car accidents in their time behind the wheel. Unfortunately, although taxis are involved in fewer incidents on roadways overall, they are often more severe, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is often attributed to the fact that passengers do not wear[…] Read More
What Happens if I Am Hit by an Uninsured Driver?
The fact that the other driver involved in your car accident did not have insurance does not keep you from being paid for your injuries. The legal process that you would need to follow would be different. You would be dealing with your own insurance company to receive compensation and a settlement check. You can never fully trust your own insurance company, and you still need a knowledgeable car accident lawyer to represent you in the legal process. The No-Fault Car[…] Read More