About Andra DelMonico, J.D.
Graduating from Stetson University College of Law with a J.D., Andra brings a straightforward approach to legal writing. With over a decade of freelance writing experience, she has a wealth of experience in writing about a broad range of legal topics. She has ghostwritten for individual attorneys, law firms, and businesses. When not writing, Andra spends her time boating and motorcycle riding with her family in sunny Florida.
Articles written by Andra DelMonico, J.D.
When Is It Worth Getting an Attorney After a Car Accident?
There is never a good time to get into a car accident. You could follow all the traffic laws and still be in an accident because of another driver. Or worse, you could be on the other side of the accident scene, in the shoes of the at-fault motorist. Before going through the claims process, consider speaking with an experienced attorney. A personal injury attorney will have the legal know-how to evaluate your situation and determine the best course of action. This could be to pursue a fair …
Determining Fault in a Motorcycle Accident
The common assumption when people hear about a motorcycle crash is that the motorcycle rider must have been doing something they shouldn’t. “There can be bias in juries where they can make negative assumptions about motorcycle riders,” says Ann Jacobs, a personal injury attorney representing car and motorcycle accident victims in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. “But the goal of the lawyer is to mitigate it.” Just like multi-passenger vehicle accidents, the subject of fault is a murky one. …
When To Consider Legal Action After a Car Accident
You have a case to sue for your car accident injuries if there is a liability dispute or if you suffered severe injuries or permanent disability. Injury victims have a filing deadline for financial recovery under the statute of limitations. Insurance bad faith could lead to an insurance denial or a low settlement offer. With a lawsuit, you can recover medical bills, lost wages, out-of-pocket costs, and property damage in settlement negotiations. You can make a fault determination with legal …
What Evidence Is Needed To Prove a Hit-and-Run Car Accident?
Nothing is more frustrating than finding yourself the victim of a hit-and-run motor vehicle accident. Gathering evidence becomes crucial so that you can locate the at-fault driver. Conversely, deciding to leave the scene of an accident may have been your decision at the moment. However, now you need to understand your legal options and the potential consequences of your actions. What Is a Hit and Run Driver? A hit-and-run is committed when someone involved in an accident does not stay at the …
Proving Liability and Damages in a Car Accident Lawsuit
Before you can begin discussing injury and property damage compensation, you have to determine who is at fault. Auto accidents tend to happen quickly and unexpectedly, making determining fault difficult. However, assigning fault is important post-accident because it can directly impact the outcome of insurance claims and future insurance premiums. “To the extent you have a pain and suffering claim, that claim and all of those intentional damages come directly from the driver who is at …
What Type of Car Insurance Is Required by Law?
The type of insurance required by law must cover the state minimum liability coverage for bodily injury and property damage. Drivers who commit traffic violations face criminal liability and driving penalties without proof of insurance or vehicle registration. In states with PIP coverage, drivers claim damage reimbursement from their own insurance company. In at-fault accident states, the negligent driver has financial responsibility for victim compensation and medical payments. Uninsured …
How Long Do I Have To Sue For My Car Accident Injuries?
You have a limited legal timeframe to sue for car accident injuries under the statute of limitations. Your lawyer must file a personal injury claim before the statute of limitations filing deadline. The statute of limitations is a deadline for your legal right to sue for personal injury claims. Liability claims against the government may have a shorter notice period. You may be entitled to a deadline extension under state law. The plaintiff's attorney will engage with your lawyer to conduct …
Common Types and Causes of Car Accidents
Driving defensively is the best way to avoid getting into a car accident. Understanding the different types of car accidents and their causes will help you look out for potential accident risks and avoid an accident. Six Most Common Types of Car Accidents While every motor vehicle accident is unique, there are some common category types that accidents can be grouped into. “They vary in the mechanism of injury but are often T bones,” says Amy Bradley, a personal injury lawyer at Blankingship …
What Kinds of Compensation Can I Claim for Car Accident Injuries?
The value of a claim for car accident injuries depends on economic and non-economic damages suffered by the injured party. Economic damages include medical bills, prescription costs, out-of-pocket expenses, lost wages, vehicle repair costs, and property damage. For injuries involving a permanent disability or disfigurement, compensation includes rehabilitation costs, home nursing care, physical therapy, necessary domestic services, future medical care, and lost earning capacity. Non-economic …
Jaundice in Newborns: Is It Due to Medical Malpractice?
Infant jaundice is something that many parents face in the first days or weeks of their little one’s life. Jaundice happens when there is too much bilirubin, a protein type, in the baby’s bloodstream. This occurs because a baby’s liver isn’t entirely effective yet. There is no way to prevent neonatal jaundice. The best thing to do is look out for the signs so that you can seek treatment. For a majority of babies, they heal and do not suffer long-term injury. Unfortunately, some babies …
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