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Illinois Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

About two people die in Illinois road accidents every day, with many more injured. A personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit in Illinois will be governed by the following rules and principles: Statute of Limitations: In Illinois, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit seeking redress for personal […]

Idaho Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Tens of thousands of road accidents occur in Idaho every year, resulting in hundreds of deaths and over a thousand serious injuries. Fortunately, Idaho provides a comprehensive legal framework for victims seeking compensation. Statute of Limitations: In Idaho, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, and […]

Hawaii Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Roughly 10,000 people are seriously injured in Hawaii traffic accidents every year. Alcohol is involved in a disproportionate number of these accidents compared to the national average. If you have been injured (or if your loved one has been killed) in a Hawaii traffic accident, you are likely to need to file a claim for […]

Georgia Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Although Georgia laws applicable to traffic accidents are roughly similar to the laws in other states, they do have some distinguishing features. Below is a summary of the most relevant legal provisions: Statute of Limitations: You have two years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, and four years to […]

Florida Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

About 200,000 people are injured each year in motor vehicle crashes according to the Florida Division of Motor Vehicles. If you have been injured in a Florida car accident, below is a summary of some of the legal principles that will govern your claim. Statute of Limitations: You have four years from the date of […]

District of Columbia Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Unlike the 50 states, the District of Columbia is directly overseen by the federal government, although many of the laws that affect motor vehicle accident lawsuits were passed by the local Council of the District of Columbia rather than the U.S. Congress. Below is a summary of some of the most relevant legislation. Statute of […]

Delaware Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Over 20,000 traffic accidents occur in Delaware every year, according to the Delaware Department of Transportation. Any lawsuit arising from a Delaware traffic accident will be governed by the following legal principles: Statute of Limitations: You have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit in a Delaware court for personal […]

Connecticut Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Litigating a Connecticut auto accident takes place against the background of a complex system of state statutes and court decisions. Some of the more important features of Connecticut law related to auto accidents are listed below: Statute of Limitations: In Connecticut you must file a personal injury or property damage lawsuit within two years of […]

Colorado Motor Vehicle Accident Laws and Safety Requirements

Colorado personal injury law allows victims of vehicle accidents caused by the wrongful conduct of someone else to recover full compensatory damages. Following are some of the most relevant legal considerations: Statute of Limitations: In Colorado, the statute of limitations deadline for filing a lawsuit over personal injury or property damage arising from a car […]