Who Is Responsible for an Accident Involving a Broken Down Car?

You might strike a car without warning in the middle of the night. You discover that the car was parked along the side of the road. After the accident, the other motorist might claim that they were not at fault for the accident because their car was breaking down. However, a driver who is operating a car that is breaking down has responsibilities as well. The Responsibilities of the Driver [Read More]

How To Determine Liability In A Wrongful Death Case

One of the first questions a wrongful death lawyer has to address with a case is determining who the liable party is. Legally speaking, liability and responsibility aren't always the same thing, especially when it comes to who is at fault. A wrongful death attorney will look at the following three things when considering who to pursue a case against. Proximate Cause The first problem to sort out before identifying a defendant in a case is figuring out what and who represent the most proximate cause of the incident in question. [Read More]

Who Is Responsible For Car Accidents In A Parking Lot Or Garage?

Parking lots and large garages can be difficult for drivers to navigate. Accidents happen frequently, particularly during the winter when the ground is slick and the lots are crowded with seasonal shoppers. Because cars are often cutting through the lot irregularly and moving in different directions, it's easy to get confused about the rules. This can make it exceptionally difficult to figure out who is responsible when an accident does occur. [Read More]

When Sporting Events Turn Violent: Who Do You Sue?

Sometimes you see it on the news. Sometimes TV coverage of a live event catches what happens. What is going on? Some sporting events that go horribly wrong and become violent, and people are injured as a result. Is there reasonable grounds for a lawsuit? If so, who do you sue? Here is what a personal injury lawyer might have to say about the matter.  People Hit with Fly Balls Have to Sign a Waiver, So. [Read More]