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Category: Car Accidents

What to Do after a Car Accident

Thursday, 01 April 2021 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Take a deep breath and move the vehicle to a safe area, if possible. If you are unable to move your vehicle to the side of the road, due to your physical condition or the automobile’s condition, put your flashers on to warn other drivers that you are not moving. Bring your vehicle to a
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Selfies & Live Streaming While Driving

Saturday, 20 March 2021 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Yes, taking selfies and live streaming while driving is distracted driving.  The NHTSA reports that sending or reading one text message takes a driver’s eyes off the road for 5 seconds.  How long does it take to get that perfect shot?  Or to get that camera angle just right?  Not only does the act require
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You Were Struck By An Out-Of-State Driver – Now What?

Wednesday, 10 March 2021 by Murphy & Landon
The real question is whether the person who struck you had auto insurance coverage.  Rental cars, undocumented immigrants, and out-of-state policies with different minimum limits than Delaware’s mandatory minimum coverage of $25,000 per person/$50,000 per accident, all present unique challenges that an experienced attorney at Murphy & Landon can help with. Ultimately, the question is
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Protecting Settlements and Verdicts for Injured Minors

Tuesday, 23 February 2021 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Parents and guardians often have questions about what happens to the settlement money when a case resolves in favor of a minor.  The short answer?  The money is protected for the minor until they reach the age of majority. How? It depends. Options available depend upon the age of the child and the health of
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2020 DelDOT Traffic Fatalities Statistics Show Decrease in Safety Precautions

Tuesday, 09 February 2021 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Unsurprisingly, the number of traffic fatalities decreased in 2020.  What is interesting is that the number of alcohol related fatalities, which had been on a downward trend since 2015, slightly increased last year.   There was also a substantial increase in the number of fatalities caused by a failure to wear a seatbelt.  Delaware Department of
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Why you should avoid a PIP deductible when purchasing car insurance

Wednesday, 30 December 2020 by Lauren Cirrinicione
With more people purchasing car insurance online, fewer people are consulting insurance agents. Many are learning the hard way that their large deductibles prevent them from collecting on a very valuable part of their auto insurance policy:  Personal Injury Protection or PIP. PIP is the portion of your car insurance policy that will pay for
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Top 10 Pedestrian Safety Tips

Thursday, 22 October 2020 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Pedestrian accidents increase in summer and fall.  These collisions include people who are walking, skating and riding bicycles.  With more people outdoors to step away from their computers and enjoy the weather, there are more opportunities for cars, trucks and vans to collide with them. Here are the Top 10 ways to avoid being the
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Top 10 Pedestrian Safety Tips

Thursday, 03 September 2020 by Lauren Cirrinicione
Pedestrian accidents increase in summer and fall.  These collisions include people who are walking, skating and riding bicycles.  With more people outdoors who step away from their computers to enjoy the weather, there are more opportunities for cars, trucks and vans to collide with them. Here are the Top 10 ways to avoid being the
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If You Are In A Car Accident Caused By An Uninsured Drunk Driver

Monday, 09 March 2020 by Roger D. Landon, Esq.
If You Are In A Car Accident Caused By An Uninsured Drunk Driver And You Are Seriously Injured, How Do You Get Your Medical Expenses And Lost Wages Paid?  The Answer: Through Your Own Car Insurance Have you been seriously injured in a car accident by an uninsured, drunken driver?  If so, the experienced attorneys at
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Damages In Car Accident Death Cases In Delaware

Thursday, 05 March 2020 by Roger D. Landon, Esq.
In 2018, car accidents in Delaware killed 110 people and injured more than 8,000 others.   About 36 per cent of those car accident deaths were alcohol related.(2018 traffic accidents report)     In 2017, car accidents in Delaware killed 126 people and injured more than 8,300 others.   About 37 per cent of the accidents causing death
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