Negligence rules help govern how compensation is distributed in a personal injury lawsuit. Washington, D.C., does not follow a comparative negligence model. Instead, it subscribes to the strict contributory negligence rule. That means a person who played any part in causing the accident that harmed them cannot recover compensation. How can contributory negligence impact a […]
People severely harmed in car accidents may have legal options for recovering compensation from at-fault drivers or other liable parties. However, injury victims must file their claims within the statute of limitations, which creates a deadline for filing lawsuits. In Washington, D.C., the statute of limitations on car accident claims is typically three years from […]
After a car crash, you may have multiple options for seeking compensation for your medical bills and lost income, depending on whether you live in a “no-fault” or “at-fault” jurisdiction. Washington, D.C., follows a modified “no-fault” system for car accidents. You will likely turn to your car insurance provider for compensation for medical expenses and lost […]
In Washington, D.C., it is illegal for anyone under the age of 16 to ride a bicycle without wearing a properly secured bike helmet. While it is not illegal for someone over the age of 16 to ride without wearing one, wearing a bike helmet is the best way to avoid a head injury. […]
Loss of enjoyment of life is a type of non-economic damages awarded to accident victims who suffer injuries that affect their ability to do activities they enjoyed before an accident. A claim for loss of enjoyment of life can provide money to compensate for the physical and emotional toll injuries take on a victim. While […]
Fault in a Virginia car accident case is determined by evaluating the drivers’ actions. The driver who acted carelessly and caused the accident may be found at fault for the accident and the resulting damages. Showing who is at fault in a Virginia car accident is not always an easy task. It often depends on […]
Car accidents can be extremely costly. In fact, during one recent year, traffic crashes caused an estimated $671 billion in lifetime medical and lost-work costs in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). That total includes $456 billion in losses connected to non-fatal injuries. Each state takes a slightly different […]
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