According to Nebraska road regulations, liability in right-turn accidents is investigated before making a determination, but generally, yielding to pedestrians and other motorists is the responsibility of the right-turning driver. Since these cases can be complex, who is at fault in a right turn accident is dependent on the specifics of the collision. If you …
Determining Fault in a Freeway Merge Accident
Who can you hold responsible for a freeway merge accident? The answer depends on your circumstances. You need to investigate the nature of your accident and determine who may be at fault for the incident. You don’t have to initiate an investigation into a freeway accident without help, though. You can work with Berry Law’s …
Can I Sue UPS If I Was Injured by One of Their Drivers?
Car accidents involving commercial vehicles like UPS trucks can be devastating, and victims often face significant medical bills, lost wages, and other damages. But can you sue UPS if you were injured by one of their drivers? The answer is not a simple yes or no. There are several factors that come into play when …
Nebraska Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Lawsuits
You can contact our team at Berry Law about the Nebraska statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits and claims. This deadline controls how long you can wait to file a claim for compensation after an accident left you with serious injuries. Generally, Nebraska gives you four years to move forward with your claim. However, …
Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases in Iowa
What’s the statute of limitations for personal injury cases in Iowa? While exceptions exist, Iowa generally gives you two years to proceed with a legal claim after an accident. A personal injury lawyer can help you review your claim’s specific deadline. Our team at Berry Law can go over exceptions to the statute of limitations …
Should I Sign a Medical Release for Insurance After an Accident?
Should you sign a medical release for the insurance company after an accident? Generally, personal injury lawyers recommend against signing any forms releasing your medical information to the insurance company. Providing the insurance company with this information can weaken your personal injury claim, making it more difficult for your attorney to obtain compensation for all …
Where Are PCBs Most Commonly Found?
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are the name for a variety of man-made chemicals that are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and chlorine atoms. The number of chlorine atoms in these chemicals and their location in a PCB molecule determines the physical and chemical properties of the compound. PCBs are part of a larger group of chemicals called …
Health Hazards of PCB Exposure
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are man-made chemicals produced for fifty years in the 20th century. Production and use of these chemicals were banned after they were linked to a variety of adverse health conditions. However, despite the fact that they were outlawed over 40 years ago, they continue to cause harm to countless people throughout the …