Rideshare Accidents on the Rise Use of rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft has risen rapidly since these services first became available about ten years ago. Uber is available in 65 countries and over 600 cities worldwide and 14 million Uber trips are completed each day. In the United States, Uber controls about 70% of….
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Washington D.C. Scooter Laws
Electric scooters have zipped into major cities across the United States over the last several years, and the District of Columbia is no exception. When electric scooters were first introduced into the District of Columbia in 2017, they came as part of a pilot program. This program was extended several times before the District Department….
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Riding a motorcycle around Washington DC and the surrounding communities can be a fun and economical way to get around. However, when an accident occurs, riding a motorcycle can be costly. Unlike motor vehicles, motorcyclists aren’t safeguarded by reinforced steel cages, airbags, and seat belts. As such, motorcyclists often sustain the majority of the injuries….
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Walking around Washington DC can be a dangerous way to get around. In fact, in 2018, pedestrian deaths climbed in the DC area by nearly 20%. Of the 290 traffic fatalities in the greater Washington area that year, a third were pedestrians – the most in over a decade. The increase in pedestrian accidents throughout….
Continue ReadingCan I Fire My Lawyer and Change Lawyers?
There are times when you may need to fire the injury lawyer you’ve chosen to represent you. While not an ideal situation, firing your lawyer and changing to a different lawyer could breathe new life into your case or potentially net you a larger settlement. Before you do take such a drastic step, it is….
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