Little Rock Animal Control’s service data reveals just how frequently dogs attack in the Arkansas capital. One local trailer park had 71 incidents in less than two years. An animal attack is something everyone fears, but most of us comfort ourselves with the belief that it probably won’t happen. Dogs are all around us, after […]
UCA Bike Helmet Event
We are proud to announce that the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers is partnering with the University of Central Arkansas and Recycled Bikes for Kids to collect bicycle helmets! Thanks to the support of UCA Athletics, there will be free admission to the November 10th UCA game against the University of the Incarnate Word […]
Arkansas Drivers Should Beware of Semi-Trucks Near Major Cities
Interstate 40 across Arkansas is one of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Major Truck Corridors. Across nearly the entire state the highway carries over 8500 trucks per day. It is also one of the most dangerous highways in the country. A recent study comparing accident data from 2013-2016 to traffic volumes identified this stretch of […]
Dog Bitten by Other Dog in Arkansas
In a perfect world, dog owners maintain control over their pets and they are never allowed to roam. Unfortunately, we don’t live in a perfect world, and there are dog owners who are negligent. One minute you are walking your dog or even in your own yard with your dog, when you encounter another dog […]
Arkansas Auto Accident Fatality Statistics
After we get in our vehicles and drive to our destinations, we hope we make it back home in one piece. Sometimes, getting in a car accident isn’t even on our radar. However, car accidents are such a common occurrence and happen every day–even fatalities resulting from those car accidents. Whether the cause of that car […]
Settling an Auto Accident Case Without an Attorney
It is not uncommon to want to simply settle a case without a personal injury attorney. And, of course, any attorney is going to tell you there are better odds for you if you hire a professional to represent you. But, what is the reality? Do you need one? Can you do it alone? What […]
Received Low Settlement Offer from Insurance Company: What Now?
An accident happened. You filed a claim for your losses with the insurance provider. Instead of a check, they sent you a settlement offer. It does not cover all of your bills let alone help you with finances for pain and suffering and lost time at work. What do you do? Most insurance companies will […]
How Much Is My Little Rock Personal Injury Settlement Worth?
When a person suffers an injury at the fault of another party, one thing becomes clear. That victim deserves financial compensation for the losses they incur. If you are that victim, you may be worried about filing a personal injury claim. Is it worth your time? Will it result in any real value to you? […]
When Insurance Companies Deny Claims
Receiving a claim denial can be baffling, especially when you have done everything right. However, it is unfortunately possible to accurately document the facts, your injuries, and the course of your treatment and still find the other driver’s insurance refuses to offer a settlement. There are several reasons this can happen and many times, it […]
Shoulder Pain After a Car Accident
If you’ve suffered a shoulder injury in a car accident, you know the extreme pain that can result. Damage to any of the three bones that make up the shoulder — the upper arm bone, the shoulder blade and the collarbone — or to the socket in the shoulder blade can cause permanent discomfort and […]
Should You Sue After a Little Rock Car Accident?
You’ve been hurt in a car accident. Your vehicle has significant damage. What can you do? Any time that someone else is responsible for your losses, it is wise to file an insurance claim with that person’s auto insurance provider. However, limitations can exist. It’s always advisable to work closely with a personal injury attorney […]
Rotator Cuff Injuries from Car Accidents: Lawsuits & Settlements
Rotator cuff refers to the four muscles and tendons surrounding a shoulder joint. Since they support a wide range of motion, they are often vulnerable to injury. Workplace and car accidents are common causes of these injuries. These are frequently challenging cases to litigate. Insurance adjusters often consider them pre-existing conditions and claim the accident […]
In a Car Accident While Pregnant
Individuals who have been hurt and suffered loss through no fault of their own need legal support. If you were in a car accident while pregnant, you may find yourself overwhelmed, worried, and terrified that something has happened to the child. Individuals who have suffered a miscarriage or who may have a child that later […]
What To Do in a Car Accident That Wasn’t Your Fault
Accidents happen. Sometimes they happen despite your best efforts to follow all the rules of the road and drive defensively. As distracted driving presents an ever growing problem on our roads, more and more people are finding themselves involves in car accidents that weren’t their fault – and they are suffering substantial property loss and […]
How to File a Civil Suit After an Accident
Every day, reckless and distracted driving result in car accidents, leaving victims with physical and emotional injuries that can takes weeks, months, or years to heal from. Victims often suffer from a myriad of problems resulting from the accident, including loss of a loved one, time away from work, inability to return to work, costly […]
Arkansas Construction Accidents, Lawsuits, and Settlements
Securing a job in construction often means stability for the long term. Little Rock is growing and there appears to be no end to the opportunities in construction. If you work a skilled trade or you are simply willing to work a physically challenging job, construction can be a good fit for you. However, construction […]
Bulging and Herniated Discs Lawsuits
Many victims of motor vehicle and pedestrian accidents suffer damage to the discs in their back. These discs are designed to provide cushion and prevent bone-on-bone contact between the vertebrae protecting your spine. When these discs are damaged, bulging, herniated, or ruptured, chronic pain, pinched nerves, limited mobility and other problems – like job loss […]
Discovery Tips for Arkansas Car Wreck Cases
Every driver has a duty to watch the road and see what’s there to be seen. If a driver does not, even for an instant, and as a result hurts someone, the driver is responsible for the harm. Additionally, every driver has a duty to drive at a speed that is reasonable under the circumstances […]
Little Rock’s Most Violent Neighborhoods
Little Rock, Arkansas is a large community with over 193,000 people calling it home. Many neighborhoods here are vibrant, even affluent. The city is thought of as a cultural and economically diverse community with strong government. Yet, there are many neighborhoods in and around the city that lack significant safety. As a big city, it […]
Can You Sue a Bar or Restaurant for Negligence?
Bars and Restaurants Duty to Keep Patron’s Safe After a long, hard week, you and your friends head out to a nightclub planning to enjoy some music and have a bit of fun. It is something that thousands of people do across the country every day. Yet, when you head out for this type of […]
Whiplash After an Accident
The Mayo Clinic defines whiplash as “a neck injury due to forceful, rapid back-and-forth movement of the neck, like the cracking of a whip.” There are a number of ways whiplash can occur. Whiplash most often occurs as a result of a rear-end auto accident, but physical abuse, sports accidents, and slip and fall accidents […]
Announcing Winner of 2017 Safe Arkansas Scholarship
We at the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers are proud to announce the winner of our 2017 Safe Arkansas Scholarship: Edgar Aranda. The goal of this scholarship is to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving to young people as well as supporting the efforts of diligent and dedicated students. Did you know […]
Announcing the Safe Arkansas Scholarship Runners Up
The attorneys at the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers are happy to announce the runners up for our 2017 Safe Arkansas Scholarship, Julian Ricks and Arianna Leeper. For their hard work in high school and their innovative video submissions both will receive a $150 Amazon gift cards. Don’t Be the One to Look Away […]
Arkansas Texting and Driving Accident Statistics
Texting while driving is against the law in Arkansas and in all but one state across the country. It is a dangerous type of distracted driving that requires the driver to take their eyes off the road, their hands off the wheel, and their attention away from safely operating their vehicle. Texting while driving can […]
Most Common Traffic Violations in Arkansas
Were you cited for a traffic violation in Arkansas? If so, you weren’t alone. State officials reported more than 29,000 traffic violations for the year, ranging from improper parking to driving while impaired. Citations related to operating a vehicle often are for minor offenses, but some are considered serious and could result in injury or […]
