When big rigs collide with small passenger vehicles, catastrophic injuries are likely to result. Cars, pickup trucks, and SUVs are simply no match for forceful impacts with 18-wheelers. If you sustained head trauma in a large truck crash, you may be wondering how you will be able to restore some sense of normalcy. While there’s no way to go back in time and undo the wreck, you may be entitled to compensation for the damages it has caused. And if you can hold all liable parties financially … [Read more...]
Amtrak Ticket Rule Prevents Injured Passengers from Suing
Amtrak has been under ardent criticism from consumer advocates since the railroad company quietly added an arbitration clause to its ticket purchasing agreement. The clause protects Amtrak from being sued for the personal injury or wrongful death of a passenger. Instead, these cases would now proceed to arbitration, a form of alternative dispute resolution. Opponents have argued that arbitration often leads to worse monetary outcomes for accident victims. It also shields information from public … [Read more...]