On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Aug 24, 2020 | Car Accidents
Over time, you generally hope to see a decline in motor vehicle accidents. Different factors play into it, such as advances in technology, new safety laws and general awareness of the risks on the road. When you look at motorcycle injury statistics, though, you can...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jul 24, 2020 | Car Accidents
When your teenager gets their license, it can be a proud moment. Your child is likely excited to get behind the wheel on their own and enjoy their freedom. Their excitement may keep them from driving safely, so take a moment to remind them of some important driving...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jul 14, 2020 | Car Accidents
Language shapes many of our perceptions, and our perceptions influence how we react to an event. That’s why even representatives from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) say that you should stop calling vehicular crashes “accidents.”...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jul 1, 2020 | Car Accidents
If you are responsible about alcohol consumption, you probably think that most other adults are too. While you might occasionally hear stories of drunk driving crashes on the news, it’s possible that you assume that these are limited or rare occurrences. ...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 23, 2020 | Car Accidents
Distracted driving is dangerous for you and everyone else travelling on the roads you take. But learning how to avoid or manage summer-specific driving distractions may help save you from collision and injury. There are measures you can take to help keep you and your...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 22, 2020 | Car Accidents
Even a single-vehicle accident can lead to personal injury and wrongful death claims. When one person is driving others, it’s expected that they will be cautious. If they are not supposed to be driving or are not being safe, then others could get hurt. Take, for...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Jun 16, 2020 | Car Accidents
When someone is liable for your injuries in a car accident, that does not mean that you a guaranteed to receive compensation. The actions you take following the accident can define how much you earn from the settlement if anything at all. There are many everyday...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | May 26, 2020 | Car Accidents
When you get hurt in a car crash, you likely need insurance to cover your medical costs and the expenses related to repairing your vehicle. Provided that the other driver was clearly at fault, you might expect that their insurance will pay for all of your costs and...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | May 20, 2020 | Car Accidents
Defensive driving is a terrific way to actively take part in how safe you are on the road. With proper defensive driving, you not only drive in a safe manner yourself, but you attempt to minimize your danger by assuming that other drivers may not be so careful as you...
On behalf of The O'Neil Law Firm, P.C. | Apr 23, 2020 | Car Accidents
Whenever you decide to be on or around the roads as a pedestrian, you know that you’re putting yourself at risk. Drivers don’t always look out for you, and you could end up in a collision that you never expected. Even when you follow the rules, there’s no guarantee...
