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Car Accidents

Can I Sue Uber if They Crash?

Many people wonder, "Can I sue Uber if they crash?" This is a question of vicarious liability under the doctrine of respondeat superior. Under this doctrine, an employer or principal can be held vicariously liable for an unlawful or unjust act of an employee or agent. In this instance, the principal is Uber, and the unjust act of an agent is

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Car Accidents, Personal Injury

Do I Need a Lawyer After a Car Accident?

Do you need a lawyer after your car accident? There are times when you do and times when you do not. Here, we discuss clear instances where you do need an attorney to guide you through the process and when a lawyer is actually unnecessary. This is a common question people wonder after an accident. You may believe you can

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Bike Accidents, Personal Injury

Comprehensive Guide to Bicycle Hand Signals

Riding a bicycle in Washington, DC, Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, or anywhere else in the United States can be a thrilling combination of great exercise and an effective way to circumvent traffic. Even so, riding a bicycle is not always safe. Unlike a car or truck, bicyclists are not protected by a steel frame, airbags, seat belts, or other standard

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Personal Injury

Who is the Best Personal Injury Lawyer?

With so many options available, it’s natural to wonder: who is the best personal injury lawyer? The answer to this question depends on various factors, including experience, success rate, client satisfaction, and more. Of course, we cannot declare that one attorney or law firm is better than another due to an inherent bias. One thing worth pointing out is that

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Personal Injury

Should I File A Personal Injury Lawsuit For A Minor Injury?

After an accident, it is common to downplay the severity of your injuries, especially if they appear minor at first glance. In fact, many individuals may initially proclaim that they are fine, to realize later how sore they are. This is due to a variety of reasons. First, you likely will receive a jolt of adrenaline after an accident. Adrenaline

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Personal Injury

How Does a Personal Injury Settlement Affect Medicaid Benefits?

If you are on Medicaid in Washington, DC, you should be aware of how a recovery in a personal injury case can affect your benefits. The purpose of Medicaid is to provide healthcare coverage to lower-income individuals. The program aims to ensure eligible individuals access necessary healthcare, including doctor visits, hospital stays, long-term medical care, and preventive services. This is

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Personal Injury

What Personal Injuries Require Surgery?

Whether your injuries require surgery has drastic implications on your personal injury case. The decision of if you need surgery is between you and your doctor. As personal injury lawyers at Gelb & Gelb, our job is to get you as much compensation as possible if you require surgery. We represent clients who require surgery for injuries from car accidents,

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Medical Malpractice, News, Personal Injury

Liability in the Death of Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry stood tall as perhaps one of the most recognizable sitcom stars of the 1990s. His show, Friends, was among the best television shows of its era and still provides entertainment today. At 54 years old at the time of his death, he was considerably too young to pass away. Without extensive data to back this up, it is probably

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