Who Is at Fault When a Car Hits a Pedestrian?
Drivers are not always at fault for hitting a pedestrian. Fault turns on right of way, what each person could see, and a state rule that can bar recovery.
Personal Injury Law
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The Three Types of Product Defects That Support a Claim
Every product liability claim rests on one of three types of product defects: design, manufacturing, or warning. Which one you plead changes the proof you need.
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How Contributory Negligence Works in Virginia and DC
In Virginia and DC, any share of fault can erase an injury claim. Learn how the rule works, the exceptions, and how New York's comparative rule differs.
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What to Do After a Bicycle Accident With a Car
The first week after a bicycle accident with a car decides most of the claim. Get the report, keep the bike as it is, and lock down camera footage fast.
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How Long Do You Have to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Virginia, DC, and New York give two years from the date of death to file a wrongful death lawsuit, but notice rules and estate steps can shorten it.
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Who Is Allowed to File a Wrongful Death Claim?
In Virginia, DC, and New York, only the estate's personal representative can file a wrongful death claim. Here is who benefits and how that person is chosen.