If you’ve taken a rideshare, you might have done so to be safe. You might have had a few drinks, you’re in an unfamiliar place, or you just didn’t feel like driving. Unfortunately, your driver or another party was careless, and now you’ve been injured in a car accident. If you believe your rideshare driver was responsible for your accident, you might be worried about your legal options to get compensation. If they were responsible, though, you may have options to seek compensation for your losses. Responsibility...Continue Reading...
Texting, talking, eating, or playing with the radio are all things many people do on a daily basis. While they may insist they’re being safe, though, they could be putting your safety and even your life in danger. If another driver is not making safety their priority, understanding just how dangerous their actions are may help you. It may help you understand the situation and avoid an accident of your own, and it can help you prepare for a lawsuit if another driver hurts you. Young Drivers May Be More Distracted When we think...Continue Reading...
One moment, you’re on the road, listening to the radio, and enjoying your drive. The next moment, bam, someone has rammed you and you’ve lost control of your car. Now, you’re hurt and struggling to recover both physically and financially. When you’re hurt in a car accident, it can be tough to act even in the immediate aftermath of the crash. That’s why you need to make sure you take these first steps for your claim. Get Medical HelpStopping your injuries from worsening is the first step to recovering from...Continue Reading...
If you’ve been injured, you may be due compensation for your losses. Unfortunately, a single mistake could lead to you losing the compensation you should have received for your losses. That’s tough, especially considering how expensive your injuries could be. Fortunately, you have a chance to recover if you avoid some of the following common mistakes that many people filing a personal injury claim make. That means more compensation for your future and a better chance of recovery. Underestimating Your Claim’s WorthMany...Continue Reading...
A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, can be devastating, and it doesn’t just go away. You might suffer from long-term effects of your head traumatic for the rest of your life. That makes it difficult to return to your job, your family, and to the simple tasks you used to do every day. If you have questions about the impact of a TBI, reach out to a Manhattan personal injury attorney for answers. Limited FunctionThe brain is the control center of the body. It controls the flow of signals to the rest of the body. When that’s interrupted,...Continue Reading...
If you’ve been injured in a serious accident, you might now be facing losses and injuries that make your life harder. You might now struggle to do things that once didn’t bother you or cause you pain, which makes your recovery harder. Worse, you might have had a preexisting condition. Now, not only has your condition worsened, but the insurance company may try to use your previous injuries against you. If you’ve been injured and your preexisting condition has worsened, you may need a lawyer’s help to recover. Since...Continue Reading...
Chicago is a large urban area with a lot of congestion, so car accidents inevitably happen every day. While some car accidents are minor fender benders, others are more severe and can result in significant injuries. Injuries can lead to physical, emotional, and financial distress.If you’ve experienced a wreck and you know someone else was responsible, you may need to file a lawsuit to recover compensation for your medical bills and other losses. A Chicago car accident attorney from Lane & Lane, LLC can assess the severity of your accident,...Continue Reading...
If you or a loved one has suffered from sexual abuse, it can be difficult to speak up and file a claim for compensation. Unlike a typical accident, sexual abuse is deeply personal. The physical and emotional trauma that results from it can last years. Once you get the courage to talk about your abuse, holding the liable parties accountable for what happened can release you from your suffering. Our team at Lane & Lane, LLC has handled many sexual abuse cases, and we can support you in your pursuit of justice. It’s essential to get...Continue Reading...
