Category: Auto Accidents

Car accidents happen in Benton almost every day, and many can be resolved without becoming personal injury lawsuits. For example, a simple fender-bender that only results in property damage may be quickly resolved through an insurance claim. However, a collision may quickly escalate into a legal case when very serious. Disputes about liability, serious injuries, [&hellip

Car accident victims should be able to file an insurance claim and receive fair compensation for their property damage and injuries. Unfortunately, insurance companies will often deny car accident claims or offer low settlements that are far less than you deserve.  As a former insurance adjuster, Justin Minton, founder of our personal injury law firm, know

Over the past decade, there has been a boom in emerging technologies and implicitly, an increase in the study and use of autonomous vehicle technology. Companies like Google and Tesla have been developing and testing these so-called “self-driving cars.” Despite the many safety features put in place, these vehicles have their flaws.  A 2022 study&n

An unexpected car accident can result in anything from a minor inconvenience to life-changing, catastrophic injuries. Immediately after an accident, getting yourself and others to safety is likely your first concern.  In the hours and days that follow, though, there are a number of questions that may occupy your thoughts: How am I going to pay […]

Rear-end collisions can happen in the blink of an eye, causing significant damage and injury. If you were hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. You must prove the other party was responsible for or contributed to the accident to receive compensation.  Yet, determining […]

Arkansas, like most states, requires drivers to maintain minimum insurance requirements in order to legally operate a vehicle on the state’s roads and highways. Some states follow “at-fault” car insurance rules while others operate under a “no-fault” insurance system.  When it comes to no-fault insurance, Arkansas is considered to be an “add-on” state.

You have probably heard that most car accident lawsuits never end up in court. The Bolch Judicial Institute at Duke Law School noted that around 1 percent of civil lawsuits – which include car accident cases – filed in federal courts result in a trial. However, civil trials can and do happen, so it pays to get […]

Car accident lawyers work hard to help accident victims file personal injury claims to work for financial recovery. After a collision, you might be dealing with serious injuries, medical expenses, and lost wages, but experienced car accident lawyers can guide you through these challenges. A personal injury lawyer can help you communicate with the insurance comp

Are you worried about losing a car accident lawsuit? Whether you are the victim or accused party involved in the car accident lawsuit, your goal is to receive a positive outcome, which cannot always be guaranteed. Losing a case is different for the plaintiff and the defendant. It’s crucial for you to know what will […]

Serious car accidents tend to take you by surprise. If you sustained serious injuries in the incident, you are likely suffering physically and reeling emotionally. As you try to pick up the pieces, how long you have to file an injury claim may be the last thing on your mind. When you or a loved […]