Man calling help after a car crash accident on the road
Independence Day is one of the most-traveled holidays of the year. Drivers should be especially vigilant on this holiday and the weekends before and after it. With all the excitement surrounding this special day, it’s important to always wear your seatbelt, follow the speed limit and other applicable laws, and eliminate distractions so you can …
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On Sunday, March 18th, Arizona woman Elaine Herzberg was killed by a self-driving car. This is believed to be the first pedestrian fatality by a self-driving car. The car, owned by Uber, contained a human driver who was supposed to take the wheel if the system malfunctioned. The driver made no attempt to stop the …
In the event of a car accident, all involved parties are quick to blame each other for what has just occurred. While there may be instances in which the accident was caused due to more than one person’s misconduct or negligence, the reality is that most accidents have one driver to blame for the situation …
Accidental injuries are the fourth most common causes of death in the United States. In 2014, more than 35,000 U.S. deaths were caused by auto accidents. Car, truck, motorcycle, and bus crashes still kill tens of thousands of Americans each year. Six factors, listed below, cause most of these deadly accidents. All statistics were gathered …
Last month, we reported that self-driving cars will be on national highways within five years, and are already on roads in San Francisco. Our auto accident attorneys recently learned that the California Department of Motor Vehicles may issue regulations on this new technology next year. Home of Silicon Valley, its no surprise that California is …
As automakers, tech companies, and the government push to make driverless cars a reality, customers and legal experts consider the implications on auto accidents and liability. Who will be responsible in the event of a crash? How will courts and states govern this new technology? Our team of auto accident attorneys considers the legal implications …
On New Yeaкs Eve 2013, a mother and her two young children were crossing the street in San Francisco when tragedy struck. An Uber driver, using the company™s mobile app hit the family, killing the 6-year-old daughter and injuring her mother and brother. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report on the consequent …
Toyota was recently hit with an $11 million injury verdict in a case centering on acceleration defects in a 1996 Camry. The car’s defects caused a serious crash, leaving three people dead and two others critically injured. Car accident lawyers at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm explain the details of this case and others like it throughout …
In a perfect world, everyone who drives would be fully insured and properly licensed. In the United States, this is not always the case, and accidents commonly occur with drivers without insurance, without a valid license, or both. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm explain how to go about filing an injury …
Despite widespread laws allowing drivers to use hands-free systems in their cars, several new studies have found that these are actually making distracted driving worse. Legislatures have touted voice-activated smartphones as better and safer alternatives despite any clear evidence to their point. Now, it is becoming increasingly clear that these are far from a safer …
Our team of auto accident attorneys frequently helps clients who struggle with navigating the complexities of insurance coverage. Oftentimes, those seriously injured in a car accident require immediate hospitalization, emergency surgeries and even extended stays in the hospital. If that person does not have health insurance, trying to pay for the bills and attempting to …
Car and truck accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm report on the whopping crash cost statistics recently released by the National Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The federal agency analyzed the economic damages of car and truck crashes in 2010, when nearly 33,000 people were killed and 4 million injured. About 24 million vehicles were …
Parents of high school drivers are well aware of the heightened risk younger people pose on the roads, and recent research details what precise habits are most associated with crash risks. The studies outline the usual suspects: eating, texting, dialing a phone, but one of the most dangerous distractions was merely having another teen in …
Along with New Year’s Eve, March 17th is popular as one of the most alcohol-celebrated days of the year. Americans of all nationalities love St. Patrick’s Day because it give us an excuse to ring in spring with a green beer and friends. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm highlight a few …
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) conducts annual crash tests, which provides performance data for vehicles sold in the United States. The latest IIHS tests found that only one out of 12 minicars earned an acceptable rating, and none were ranked as good. Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm analyze the …
Here in Chicago, as in other major cities throughout the country, the prevalence of transportation services such as Uber, Lyft and Sidecar has revolutionized how we get around town. These companies operate on iPhones and Androids, allowing riders to beckon a car at the click of a button. Riders are then charged the meter fare …
The auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm recently became aware of a case out of the Bronx, NY, wherein a 19-year-old girl took to social media after hitting a woman with her car. The woman, a 55-year-old grandmother, eventually died from head trauma, and the teen’s Twitter account, which she posted on …
As the winter months approach, crashes and near-misses on Northern highways proliferate, causing sharp increases in injuries and fatalities. In an effort to curb these crashes the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), along with several other transportation agencies recently initiated its annual winter campaign: “Ice and Snow – Take it Slow.” Auto accident attorneys at …
On Monday, November 9th, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in an important case regarding outstanding medical bills for a man injured in an auto accident. At issue is whether or not the injured man has to pay back his insurance company for his medical bills, even after his lawsuit has settled. Our …
Auto accident attorneys at Pintas & Mullins Law Firm remind the public to take every precaution this Halloween weekend on the roadways and out in urban areas. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is partnering with the State Police in cracking down on drunk driving starting on Thursday, October 31 and lasting throughout the weekend. The …
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