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I Was a Passenger in a Car Accident

October 9, 2019

I Was a Passenger in a Car Accident When you climb into the car with another person, you’re trusting the driver with your safety. Luckily for many of us, our friends or family members are courteous and take care to protect our safety. But not all of us are so lucky. You were a passenger in… Read More

How Do I Find a Good Personal Injury Lawyer for Car Accidents?

How Do I Find a Good Personal Injury Lawyer for Car Accidents? No one wants to have to seek out an attorney, but when you’re involved in a car crash, it might be necessary. A serious wreck can leave you with major injuries, expenses, and trauma. You may need compensation to deal with all of these… Read More

Does Washington State Have No-Fault Insurance?

Does Washington State Have No-Fault Insurance? Car insurance in the United States generally uses two main systems: tort (or fault) insurance and no-fault insurance. In tort systems, motorists and their insurance companies take each other to court if they can’t work out an agreement after a crash. In no-fault systems, motorists give up their right to… Read More

Justice Sought in Wrongful Death Case

Justice Sought in Wrongful Death Case An ongoing case has raised an important question because of a potential quirk of Washington State law: can the survivors of a victim of wrongful death pursue legal action if they aren’t US residents? The attorneys for the defendant in a case involving the death of five students at North… Read More

Lane Splitting in Utah and Elsewhere

October 3, 2019

What is Lane Splitting? Lane splitting (or filtering) is the practice of motorcycles driving in between lanes of traffic when the traffic is stopped. A common practice across Europe and Asia, in the US it is only legal in a limited number of states. States with a Craig Swapp & Associates Office Utah – Lane splitting… Read More

Good Samaritan Law in Utah

October 1, 2019

In Utah, when a person witnesses or comes across a serious car accident or other emergency that person often instinctively wants to help. In this day and age, the fear of inadvertently causing more damage or injury to the accident victims, and the subsequent potential lawsuits can hold people back from providing help in an emergency.… Read More

Benefits of Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

With mounting medical bills, damaged or destroyed property, and a host of injuries, the days following a personal injury are a stressful time. Pursuing fair compensation after an accident is just one more thing to deal with. Hiring a personal injury attorney is the best solution to getting expert help, and having your personal injury claim… Read More

Free Rides for Drunk Drivers

While there may be no such thing as a “free lunch” there are a couple of free and a handful of cheap ways to get a ride if you’re intoxicated.  These ride options are subject to change. The cost and availability are dependent on your location. The important thing is to never drive home while drunk.… Read More

Cost of a Personal Injury Attorney

September 11, 2019

After a personal injury from a car accident, slip-and-fall, dog bite, or any other accident, people may be hesitant to employ a personal injury attorney. A major reason for this hesitancy is the fear of racking up more costs. This fear generally comes from the lack of understanding of how attorneys are paid and how that… Read More

Is It Illegal to Talk on the Phone while Driving?

Across the USA, it is illegal to text, surf the web, use social media, etc., on a cell phone while driving. However, in recent years it’s become less clear whether speaking on a handheld cell phone is illegal or not. This is confusing, especially for drivers who frequently cross state lines. State by State The legality… Read More