Experiencing an injury due to an accident can be overwhelming and stressful. In the aftermath, many victims unintentionally make mistakes that can hinder their ability to recover fair compensation. Being aware of these common pitfalls—and knowing how to avoid them—can make a significant difference in the outcome of your personal injury claim. Here are five…
Read MoreEmergency Preparedness Guide: What to Do After an Accident Being involved in an accident, whether it’s a car crash, slip and fall, or workplace injury, can be overwhelming and chaotic. Knowing how to respond immediately can significantly impact your health and any potential legal claims. Here’s a guide on the essential steps to take if…
Read MoreThe Importance of Dash Cam Footage in Personal Injury Cases In recent years, dash cams have gained significant traction among consumers, and for good reason. These devices serve not only as a witness to your driving but also as crucial evidence in the event of an accident. We here at VanDerGinst Law emphasize the importance…
Read MoreStay Safe This Holiday Season: A Travel Safety Checklist The holiday season is a time for family gatherings, celebrations, and making memories. For many, it also means hitting the road or taking to the skies to visit loved ones. Whether you’re driving across town or traveling across the country, safety should always be a top…
Read MoreHit-and-Run Accidents: What to Do and How VanDerGinst Law Can Help A car accident is always a stressful experience, but it becomes even more overwhelming when the other driver flees the scene. Hit-and-run accidents leave victims not only dealing with the physical and emotional aftermath but also the financial strain of paying for medical bills…
Read MoreComprehensive and Collision Insurance: How They Protect You and How VanDerGinst Law’s Attorneys Can Help Car accidents, theft, and damage caused by natural disasters or vandalism can result in expensive repairs or replacement of your vehicle. While liability insurance covers damages you cause to others, comprehensive and collision insurance are key coverages that protect your…
Read MoreUninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage: Why You Need Protection and How VanDerGinst Law’s Attorneys Can Help Car accidents are stressful enough, but if the other driver doesn’t have enough insurance—or any insurance at all—the situation can become even more complicated. Between medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other damages piling up, uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Distracted Driving: Protecting Yourself and How VanDerGinst Law Can Help Every day, distracted driving causes thousands of accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the road. Whether it’s texting, talking on the phone, or even fiddling with the GPS, distracted driving is a leading cause of preventable car accidents. At VanDerGinst Law, our experienced…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Large Truck Accidents: A Crucial Issue Addressed at the Big Truck Seminar When you share the road with a large truck, you’re sharing it with a vehicle that can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and stretch as long as 80 feet. The size and weight of these vehicles create significant risks, especially…
Read MoreTo ensure the safety of our children, it is crucial to understand and abide by the traffic laws surrounding school buses. Each state has specific regulations in place to protect students as they travel to and from school. Stopping for School Buses. One of the most important aspects of school bus traffic laws is knowing…
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