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Ways to Prove the Other Driver Was Distracted When They Hit You
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on August 20, 2020Distracted driving is especially dangerous, making up a large percentage of car accidents that happen on Maryland roads. If you have been injured by a distracted driver, you may be eligible to file a claim to pursue compensation to help cover medical bills and lost wages. But how do you prove that the other driver […]
Read moreThe Reasonable Person Standard in Cases Involving Negligence
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on August 13, 2020In a personal injury case, the reasonable person standard is often used to determine whether negligence has happened and if that negligence is linked to the accident and resulting injuries and damages. Being able to prove the existence of negligence using this standard can be difficult without legal help. At Peter T. Nicholl Law Offices, […]
Read moreDetermining Liability for a Left-Turn Car Accident
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on August 07, 2020Making a left turn is one of the most dangerous maneuvers a driver can make on the road. He or she must yield to oncoming traffic at an intersection. This is why drivers turning left are often presumed to be at fault in a crash. However, there are certain situations when determining liability in these […]
Read moreProving Your Medical Costs Are Reasonable and Necessary to an Insurer
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on July 29, 2020If you have been hurt in an accident due to negligence, you may be eligible to seek compensation to help cover your damages – including medical costs. Under Maryland law, the at-fault party would liable to pay any reasonable and necessary medical expenses incurred, as well as future expected medical expenses, caused by his or […]
Read moreHow Can I Be Compensated After an Out-of-State Car Accident?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on July 24, 2020Being injured in a car accident can already be a traumatic experience, but when it happens while driving in another state, it can be even more overwhelming. You may be unsure if your damages will be fully covered because you are outside your state of residence. Fortunately, there are certain steps you can take to […]
Read moreCould Getting a Traffic Citation Affect My Car Accident Claim?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on July 07, 2020Getting a traffic citation after a car accident can affect your claim in a number of ways. It could hurt your ability to recover compensation for your injury and damages or prevent you from pursuing compensation due to the violation, the actions of the other driver, and the direct cause of the crash. It is […]
Read moreLiability for a Catastrophic Injury in a Personal Injury Case
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on June 25, 2020While any kind of injury can be painful, certain kinds of injuries can lead to greater physical, emotional and financial hardships for accident victims. These are often defined as catastrophic injuries. To obtain compensation for a catastrophic injury, you would need to determine who was legally at fault for the accident or incident that led […]
Read moreWhose Auto Insurance Will Pay For An Accident in a Borrowed Vehicle?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on June 18, 2020A car owner may often let a friend or relative borrow his or her vehicle without considering whose insurance will pay for damages in the event of an accident. This is why it is so important to know if the person borrowing your car is a safe and responsible driver. If not, it could impact […]
Read moreHow Pain and Suffering Damages Are Calculated By Insurance Companies
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Personal Injury Published on June 11, 2020Aside from pursuing compensation for medical bills and loss of wages, a personal injury victim may also be compensated for the pain and suffering he or she has endured following an accident. These kinds of damages, however, are subjective with no monetary value, making them harder to calculate. An experienced lawyer could help you recognize […]
Read moreWill My Damages Be Covered If I Was Hit By an Uninsured Driver?
Posted on behalf of Peter T. Nicholl in Car Accidents Published on June 05, 2020Being involved in a car accident and suffering injuries can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. This can be especially heightened when you are hit by an uninsured driver. You may be concerned about how you will receive compensation to help cover medical treatment, property damage, and pain and suffering. You may also want to […]
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