Car accidents can be very traumatic experiences. In addition to the injuries you may sustain after the accident, you may have to deal with medical bills, auto insurance deductibles, and lost wages. Good documentation can go a long way to strengthen your personal injury claim. If you are injured in a car accident, you will want to document the following: Photographs – Pictures … Read More
When You Can Sue For PTSD After An Auto Accident
Being involved in an accident on the road can be very traumatic and can cause a lot of suffering. Most likely, you will be entitled to receive compensation for damages to yourself and the vehicle. In some circumstances, an injury victim can be entitled to recover after suffering an emotional, or mental health injury, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD is … Read More
Social Media and Your Personal Injury Case
Social media is ubiquitous. There are very few Americans who don’t have a social media account on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or Snap Chat. With so many people logging on to social media accounts and posting more and more personal information, you can be certain that insurance companies are taking notice and advantage of the situation. More and more insurance … Read More
Comprehensive, Collision, and Gap Insurance
When it comes to property damages, many accident victims feel the most mistreated by their own insurance company. This is because they feel that since they are paying for insurance to the company, that company owes them something. However, it is here that insurance carriers are typically the most “reasonable” in the claims process. I want to qualify this by … Read More
What To Do If You Are In An Auto Accident
Being involved in an accident is a traumatic experience and it is important that you remain calm. The following is a list of important steps you should take after an automobile accident: CHECK FOR INJURIES Immediately after an auto accident, and if you are able to do so, you should check to see if anyone is hurt. If you suspect … Read More
Types of Personal Injury Claims
Personal injuries can occur as a result of may types of circumstances and every case has its own unique characteristics. In the broadest terms, personal injury refers to a claim being made by someone who has been harmed by another’s negligence. Personal injury claims are generally organized into broad categories. CAR ACCIDENT CLAIMS The most common personal injury claims are auto … Read More
Common Mechanical Issues Leading To Car Accidents
There are over 19,000 auto accidents in Albuquerque each year (New Mexico Department of Transportation). The main cause of these accidents is distracted driving (National Highway Safety Traffic Administration). However, this is not the only factor that can result in a crash. A considerable number of accidents are caused by mechanical issues, which if they are not checked, could leave … Read More
What Do You Mean He Has No Insurance?
When someone else causes a car crash, you assume that his insurance is going to pay for the damages. Legally speaking, you are correct. The other driver is liable for the damages caused by another driver’s negligence whether the damages be property damage, diminished value damages, medical expenses or pain and suffering. Unfortunately, in New Mexico, you may find that many … Read More
Car Crash Case Questions
Some people are lucky and can go their entire life without being involved in a car crash — then there is the rest of us who are not mercifully free from having someone drive right into our car while we are sitting in it. When that happens you realize that car accidents are more complicated than you ever imagined. Here are some … Read More
Dog Attacks And The Health Effects Of Dog Bites
Dog attacks are more common in New Mexico than in some parts of the country. This is mostly because people tend to have houses and yards where many dogs are kept. Throughout any given year, the dog bite attorneys at Whitener Law Firm regularly see dog bite claims. WHO IS AT RISK OF A DOG ATTACK? The most common type of … Read More