Legislation affecting the process and outcomes for Louisiana car accident settlements was debated in the state legislature throughout 2020 and was ultimately signed by Governor John Bel Edwards, taking effect with the arrival of 2021. The changes were a part of the Civil Justice Reform Act. What are the new changes and what do they mean? That depends on perspective, but … [Read more...] about Pros & Cons of the New Louisiana Car Accident Settlements Law
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The Debate Over Michigan’s New Personal Injury Protection Reform
Personal injury protection in Michigan underwent historic change in July 2020 when new legislation went into effect. The reform of the state’s auto insurance requirements offers consumers the chances to save money—or expose themselves to unnecessary risk, depending on your perspective. For 47 years, dating back to 1973, Michigan had a requirement that drivers purchase … [Read more...] about The Debate Over Michigan’s New Personal Injury Protection Reform
Will Louisiana Car Accident Bill Lower Premiums or Hurt Victims?
A Louisiana car accident bill whose aim is to lower auto insurance premiums in the state has passed both houses of the state legislature. The Omnibus Premium Reduction Act is headed to the desk of Governor John Bel Edwards. It is expected the governor will sign the legislation, but the bill did not pass without strong arguments on both sides. The motivation for the bill came … [Read more...] about Will Louisiana Car Accident Bill Lower Premiums or Hurt Victims?
The Stakes Are Large with Multiple Car Accident Insurance Issues
It’s a nightmare scenario: On your morning commute, someone a few cars behind you rear-ends the driver ahead of them. That triggers a chain reaction where each car bumped hits the vehicle ahead of them. Or it’s pushed out into the next lane and extends the damage. Unsurprisingly, these types of accidents result in more serious injuries and higher odds of fatalities than a … [Read more...] about The Stakes Are Large with Multiple Car Accident Insurance Issues
California Case Joins List of Highest Personal Injury Settlements of All Time
The list of the largest personal injury settlements ever awarded received a new addition this past December. A jury in California’s Kern County awarded over $70 million dollars to the Cuevas family for an accident that happened in the summer of 2017. Tomasa Cuevas, the mother of the family, was driving with her 2 children, Alex and Maritza. They collided with a big-rig truck. … [Read more...] about California Case Joins List of Highest Personal Injury Settlements of All Time