Children and School Injuries: What Are Your Rights? January 15, 2022 | The Jaklitsch Law Group When you send your child to school, you expect that the teachers, staff, and administration will do everything they can to keep your child safe. However, accidents happen, and there are situations where a child might be injured on school grounds. In those cases, parents might have the option to assert a lawsuit on behalf… Read More
Don’t Be Fooled By “Minor” Accident Injuries December 31, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group Every year there are over 6 million car accidents in the United States. Of course, not all of these result in injuries, but a significant number do. In fact, over 3 million people are injured as a result of car accidents. Severe injuries are often obvious, with visible wounds or the loss of mobility. Many,… Read More
Understanding Contributory Negligence in Your Personal Injury Case December 15, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group Who is at fault for an accident isn’t always clear. Sometimes more than one person is to blame for a car accident, for example. If someone else ran a red light and hit you, they are clearly at fault for most of the accident. However, if you were speeding, that factor could play into why… Read More
Accidents Caused by Train and Train Crossings: Causes and Prevention November 10, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group When most people think about accidents, they think about car accidents with other vehicles or with pedestrians. Not many people think about the very real possibility of accidents caused by trains or train crossings. If you do not know much about train-related accidents, get to know more about accidents caused by train crossings and trains… Read More
Risk Factors for Ejections in Auto Accidents September 22, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group Ideally, your body should remain inside the car in case of a car crash. However, the impact of a collision can throw you out of the car and worsen your injuries. Understanding why that might happen can help you pursue your auto accident damages. Below are some of the things that increase your risk of… Read More
Jackknifing Accidents: Causes and Liability August 23, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group A jackknifing accident occurs when the trailer part of a semi-truck folds onto the tractor part. The size and weight of semi-trucks mean such accidents can cause catastrophic injuries and damages. Below are potential causes of jackknifing accidents. You can use the knowledge to investigate and prove your claim if you are the victim of… Read More
Safe Driving Tips During Pregnancy July 14, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group You don’t have to stop driving if you are expectant. Just be aware of the heightened risks so you can take relevant measures to deal with them. That way, you reduce your risk of accidents and injuries due to pregnancy-related issues. Below are some safety tips to help you drive safely during pregnancy. Leave Ample… Read More
Why Some Cars Burst Into Flames After Crashing June 25, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group An auto collision where the cars burst into flames is likely to cause severe injuries. Victims are likely to suffer burn and smoke-inhalation injuries in addition to injuries from the impact of the collision as well as mental anguish from being trapped in the car. Below are some of the reasons auto collisions can cause… Read More
5 Things to Do Following an Uber Accident June 24, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group There are likely more than a million Uber drivers in America and accidents involving Uber rides occur more frequently. Therefore, it is essential to know what to do if you find yourself in such an accident. In many cases, legal and insurance issues will cause the biggest challenges. However, you’ll be less stressed if you do the… Read More
Why Amputations Lead to High-Value Accident Claims May 24, 2021 | The Jaklitsch Law Group Losing a body part is one of the worst catastrophic injuries you can ever face. Losing an arm or a leg, for example, will have a costly effect on your life. That is why accident claims that involve amputations involve high damages. Below are some of the things that increase the value of amputation injury… Read More