Johnson Law Firm Injury Blog

You’ve been in a car accident; the insurance company has made you an offer, and your first impulse is to accept it quickly because you need the money. Don’t do it!  Chances are the offer is for far less than your case is worth. Insurance companies are out for profit, and the less they pay out, the more money they make. As a result, they often try to deny or minimize payouts, and accident victims anxious for cash rush t...

Truck accidents are devastating to all involved and often result in catastrophic injuries and even death. Survivors face mounting medical bills and expenses at a time they may be unable to work, and their lives and those of their families may never be the same. If you or a loved one has been injured or someone has died in a crash with a large truck, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses. However, lawsuits invo...

Riding your motorcycle can be a great experience, but all of that can change in an instant if your motorcycle is hit by a car from behind. On average, motorcycles weigh about 400 pounds, whereas the average passenger car weighs between 2,800 and 3,200 pounds, so motorcyclists often suffer much greater harm when these two vehicles collide, and crashes may result in catastrophic injuries or death. While people often think of ...

Motorcycles are different from cars – isn’t that why we love them? For better or worse, the lack of a metal cage adds to a unique sense of freedom. Feeling as if you are one with nature and the road — plus all the really cool riding gear — makes motorcycles very appealing. Unfortunately, riding motorcycles can be dangerous as well. On average, motorcycles weigh about 400 pounds, whereas the average passenger car wei...

Vehicle crashes between two cars are bad enough, but when trucks are involved, the results are even more deadly. Smaller vehicles are no match for a big truck in an accident. Large trucks carry enormous weight; they are difficult to maneuver, and when loaded with freight, they may take 20 to 40 percent longer to stop than a car. It’s no wonder that an accident with a truck may result in major property damage, catastrophic in...