What you need to know to establish liability for different types of accidents and injuries, and how to use it to increase your compensation.
People are injured every day because a person or business did something wrong or failed to do the right thing. When another party is at fault for your injuries, you expect them to pay for your losses.
Liability is a legal term for fault. Legal liability means that a person or other entity (like a corporation) is responsible for doing something that resulted in personal injuries or property damage.
You must establish the wrongdoer’s liability before you’ll see a dime in compensation from them or their insurance company.
Liability is the starting point of every injury claim or lawsuit, no matter how you or your family member was injured. In most injury cases, liability is established by proving a person or business was negligent.
When liability is clear, the insurance company will accept your injury claim and it’s easier to get a fair settlement. Sometimes proving liability is tricky, like when more than one party might be responsible for your injuries.
All too often, the insurance company tries to deny or reduce payment on a claim by pointing the finger of blame at the injury victim.
Here’s where we unpack liability for different injuries and accidents, common insurance company tactics, and what you can do to protect your right to fair compensation.
General Liability Rules for Injury Claims
Learn the rules for liability and negligence that apply to every kind of injury claim. The burden is on you to show why the at-fault party should pay for your losses. We show you how.
The Essential Guide to Liability in Personal Injury Claims
Learn how to establish who is responsible for paying your injury claim and what the insurance company will try to use against you.
All About Negligence and Why it’s Critical to Your Claim
When someone else caused your injury, you’ll have to prove negligence before the insurance company will pay your claim. Here’s what you need to know.
The 4 Elements of Negligence You Need to Win Your Injury Claim
Proving Your Injury Case: How to Win an Insurance Claim or Lawsuit
Everything You Need to Know About Proximate Cause
Proving Fault in a Personal Injury Lawsuit: Your Burden of Proof
Proving negligence and liability in court is the foundation of a successful personal injury lawsuit. Here’s what you’ll need to win your case.
What You Need to Know About Injury Liability Waivers Before You Sign
There’s more to injury liability waivers than just another form. Here’s what you should know before signing away your right to compensation.
Parental Liability for Injuries Caused by Their Children
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Liability for Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car accidents are the most common reason for personal injury claims. Find out how to establish the at-fault driver’s liability and convince the insurance company to pay the full value of your claim.
Using Auto Accident Liability to Negotiate a Higher Settlement
See how insurance companies determine auto accident liability and what you can do to prove the other driver’s responsibility for your damages.
Using Police Reports to Win Your Car Accident Claim
How Predetermined Fault Affects Car Accident Liability
Proving Liability After Getting Hit by a Drunk Driver
Proving Liability in Multi-Car Accidents
Learn how insurance companies determine liability in multi-car accidents and the evidence you’ll need to file a strong claim for injury compensation.
Liability for Car Accident Wrongful Death
After a fatal car accident, don’t rely on the insurance company. Here’s how to protect your wrongful death claim against the driver and other parties.
Bicycle Accident Injury Liability
Serious injury claims arise from bicycle accidents with motor vehicles. Learn more about proving motorist liability for your personal injuries and related losses.
Proving Liability When Motorists are at Fault for Bicycle Accidents
Winning a bicycle-car accident claim depends on proving the vehicle driver’s fault for your injuries. Here’s how to build a strong insurance claim.
3 Essential Steps to Increase Bike Accident Claim Compensation
How Bicycle Helmet Laws Impact Fault for Accident Injuries
Find out how insurance companies find fault with bicycle accident victims for not wearing a helmet, and how to fight for fair injury compensation.
Top Safety Tips to Avoid Deadly Bicycle-Car Accidents
Slip and Falls and Other Premises Liability Claims
Property and business owners are obliged to keep their premises safe for visitors. See how to file an injury claim when you’ve been hurt by a slip and fall caused by unsafe conditions.
What You Need to Know about Liability in Slip and Fall Injury Claims
The Duties and Liability of Property Owners and Visitors
Establishing Property Owner Liability in Personal Injury Claims
Using Building Code Violations to Win Your Case
How to Prove Liability and Win a Dog Bite Injury Claim
Blaming the Victim for Their Injuries
Insurance companies look for any opportunity to deny or reduce injury claims, most often by blaming the victim. Find out how to fight back against the insurance adjuster’s decision.
Pure Contributory Fault
Learn why the insurance company can deny your injury claim in contributory negligence states, and what you can do about it.
Pure Comparative Fault
You can seek financial compensation for your damages, even when the insurance company blames you for the accident.
50% Modified Comparative Fault
You can still get compensation, even if you share some blame for the accident. Learn how the 50 percent comparative fault rule will affect your claim.
51% Modified Comparative Fault
Learn how insurance companies use the 51% bar to reduce or deny compensation to injury victims. Here’s how to get the settlement you deserve.
How a Pre-Existing Injury Can Affect Compensation
You’re entitled to fair insurance compensation even when you have a prior injury. Here’s what you need to know to build a strong injury claim.
Proving Liability in Special Circumstances
Personal injury cases against government agencies, large corporations, or multi-national companies are difficult to win. You’ll need a skilled personal injury attorney to firmly establish negligence and liability.
Proving Liability for Injuries Caused by Serving Alcohol
Find out who’s financially liable for serving alcohol that leads to serious injuries. Get the compensation you and your loved ones deserve.
The Injured Patient’s Guide to Medical Malpractice Claims
What a Personal Injury Class Action Lawsuit Can Do for You
Learn why personal injury class actions can be the best, and sometimes the only way to make negligent corporations pay fair compensation to their victims.
How to Establish a Product Liability Case for Injuries
Liability for Gun Accidents and Injuries
Gunshot victims and their families have a right to fair compensation under the law. Learn how to pursue the settlement you deserve after a gun accident.
Filing Personal Injury Claims Against Government Agencies
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Injury Claim Liability Questions & Answers
Car accident with no one at fault?
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Are we liable for our adult child living at home with his own insurance policy?
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Am I at fault if a tire blew out?
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Being sued for non-collision accident?
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Insurance refusing coverage because they can’t contact their insured?
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Does a landlord have any liability if his guest assaulted a tenant?
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Can I be sued for my daughter’s car accident?
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