What Are Damages?
Damages are compensation, usually in monetary form, awarded in a civil court case for an injury or loss caused by another person’s negligence.
What Are Damages?
According to the American Bar Association (ABA), damages are tangible and non-tangible losses that can be quantified and documented, providing direct financial assistance to an injured party. Examples of damages can include medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage.
Damages are important in restoring the injured party to the position they would have been in had the wrongdoing not occurred. This concept is fundamental in both tort and contract law, where it addresses breaches of duty or contract, provides a financial measure of reparation, and is even more important in personal injury cases where the injured party receives compensatory damages for medical bills and pain and suffering.
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Who Is At Fault in an Intersection Accident?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 36% of car accidents occur at intersections. While there are various intersections a driver may encounter in their commute, laws regarding who is at the right of way will ultimately determine who is at fault in an intersection accident.
If you or a loved one have been injured in an intersection car accident, contact the car accident attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys today. We help car accident victims seek compensation in Wilkes-Barre, Philadelphia, and all across Pennsylvania.
Types of Intersections: Left Turn Accidents
Intersection accidents may occur at several intersections, specifically if one driver is making a left turn against oncoming traffic. These intersections include:
- Traffic Light Intersections
- Stop Sign Intersections
- Uncontrolled Intersection
- Uncontrolled T-Intersection
Traffic Light Intersection Accidents
When drivers approach a traffic light intersection, […]
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How Long Does It Take Lyft to Investigate an Accident?
With the increased utilization of rideshare services, it’s no wonder there has been an increase in the amount of accident fatalities. One study concluded that from 2011 to 2016, there was an increase in occupant and pedestrian fatalities of two to three percent.
Suppose you are injured in a car accident while a passenger in a Lyft or in a collision with a Lyft driver. In that case, you may wonder how long it takes to investigate an accident and, ultimately, allow you to secure compensation. The Lyft accident lawyer of Munley Law is here to explain.
How to Report An Accident With Lyft
According to Lyft’s website, for riders or other drivers involved in collisions with a Lyft driver, you should call 911 if the accident is severe. As a passenger in the Lyft, you can call 911 utilizing the Safety Center in Lyft’s app. […]
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Speeding Accident Lawyer
Car Accident Lawyers Helping Victims of Speeding-Related Crashes
Speeding causes thousands of deadly crashes every year. Excessive speed increases the likelihood that a driver will lose control of their vehicle and cause a crash. What’s more, collisions that occur at a high rate of speed result in more injuries and are more likely to be fatal.
If you were injured in a car accident with a driver who was speeding or driving aggressively, that driver should be held responsible for the harm they’ve caused. However, you will still need to prove that the other driver was at fault for the crash and the economic and noneconomic damages you have suffered. Even if your case seems straightforward, insurance companies are unlikely to provide maximum compensation unless you have legal representation. That’s where a car accident lawyer at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys can make a big difference. […]
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Allentown Workers’ Compensation and Third Party Claims
Allentown Work Injury Lawyers: Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys Will Help With Third-Party Claims
Work-related injuries can be catastrophic and disastrous. You can sustain long-term injuries or permanent disability as you carry out your daily duties at your workplace. If you get hurt at work in Allentown, you have the right to file a workers’ compensation claim. However, workers’ compensation might not be enough to cover all of your economic and non-economic losses. In many cases, you may be entitled to pursue third party claim damages in addition to your workers’ compensation benefits.
If you get injured at work due to another person’s actions (other than your employer or coworker), you have the right to file for a third-party claim. For instance, if you are driving as part of your job and are struck by a reckless driver, you may file a workers’ […]
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What Should I Do If I Am Involved in Lyft Car Accident? or Hit by an Uber Driver?
If your car is hit by an Uber driver or you are involved n a Lyft car accident, you may be able to collect damages, especially if you were injured. In general, it will largely depend if the driver was “on the clock” when they hit you, or if they were driving as an individual. This will determine who is responsible for your losses.
If you were involved in an accident with a Uber, Lyft or another rideshare driver, the car accident attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys can help you through the legal process.
What You Need to Know About Uber or Lyft Car Accidents
Who you can take legal action against following a car accident involving a rideshare driver will depend if the rideshare driver was logged into the app and working, or already off the clock. […]
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