The When and How of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Insurance
Mar
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Richard Harris Law FirmIf you’re involved in a car accident in which the other person has no insurance, or a policy that doesn’t cover the damages, you’ll likely end up making an uninsured or underinsured motorist insurance claim. These two coverage types are different, but they are related, and each can play a part in obtaining compensation if … The When and How of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Insurance
What is the Role of Car Insurance Companies in Car Accident Cases?
Oct
30
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Richard Harris Law FirmMost people are aware that having car insurance is not only beneficial but, in most cases, mandatory. The fact that car insurance is there to help you in the event of an accident is common knowledge. But what exactly is the car insurance company’s role in an accident case? How does insurance (or lack thereof) … What is the Role of Car Insurance Companies in Car Accident Cases?
Are Auto Accident Injury Settlements Taxable?
Sep
09
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Richard Harris Law FirmIf you’ve been awarded a judgment, or settlement, after being involved in a car accident you might be wondering if that money is taxable. In most cases you won’t have to pay taxes on any awards you receive from a car accident case. However, as with most rules in law, there are exceptions. While the … Are Auto Accident Injury Settlements Taxable?
If You Rear-End a Car, Are You Automatically at Fault?
Aug
19
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Richard Harris Law FirmCar accidents happen every day, and the list of things that can cause an accident is long. Just as there are a variety of contributing factors to car accidents, vehicles can crash in a variety of ways. Perhaps one of the most common types of car accidents is the rear-end collision. Common knowledge holds that … If You Rear-End a Car, Are You Automatically at Fault?
Distracted Driving: the Leading Cause of Car Accidents is You
Jul
22
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Richard Harris Law FirmIn 2009 nearly 11 million car accidents occurred across the United States. That figure is the highest recorded number, and it’s not likely to slow down given the country’s growing population. Car accidents happen for many reasons, however, driver error is the single largest cause of car accidents in the United States. What Causes Driver … Distracted Driving: the Leading Cause of Car Accidents is You
The Importance of Monitoring Injuries After a Car Accident
Jul
20
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Richard Harris Law FirmCar accidents happen every day, and most of them are very minor. But even in minor car accidents, the impact is traumatic to the body. Unfortunately, most people believe that if they are only involved in a small fender bender they aren’t likely to be injured. However, many injuries take anywhere from hours to days … The Importance of Monitoring Injuries After a Car Accident
The 5 Most Common Types of Vehicle Accident Injuries
Jun
24
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Richard Harris Law FirmOver 3 million people a year are hurt in car accidents and vehicle accidents in the United States. The types of injuries you can sustain in one of these accidents varies, but there are five types of injuries that occur more frequently than all others. The two major categories of injuries caused by vehicle accidents … The 5 Most Common Types of Vehicle Accident Injuries
I was injured while visiting Las Vegas, what do I do?
Nov
07
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Richard Harris Law FirmWhat happens here, doesn’t always stay here Let’s face it, Las Vegas is a town made for parties. It’s pretty much the reason this oasis in the middle of the Mojave Desert exists. And we do it well. We have a lot of people who come here to party, in fact in 2012, Las Vegas … I was injured while visiting Las Vegas, what do I do?