Can Employers Be Held Liable in Car Accident Cases?

Can Employers Be Held Liable in Car Accident Cases?

When two cars collide with one another, typically one or both drivers are legally responsible for the collision. However, the drivers involved in the crash are not the only parties that can be held liable. Sometimes, it is one of the driver’s employers that is...
The Burden of Proof in Car Accident Cases

The Burden of Proof in Car Accident Cases

You’ve probably heard the expression “guilty beyond a reasonable doubt” when watching courtroom dramas. This phrase is used to describe the burden of proof in criminal cases. If the prosecutor is not able to prove the defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, the...
Why Do Car Accident Cases Rarely Go to Trial?

Why Do Car Accident Cases Rarely Go to Trial?

The vast majority of car accident cases will be resolved out of the courtroom, so it’s very likely that your case will not ever be presented to a jury in court. Why do car accident cases rarely go to trial? Here are some of the many reasons: Unpredictable Juries Both...