The law defines negligence as behaving in a way that violates a duty to someone else. In practical terms, negligence refers to taking an action — or failing to take an action — contrary to what a reasonable person would do in the same circumstances. When negligence causes harm to another person, the responsible party […]
Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers and Recycled Bikes for Kids Partnering for Child’s Bike and Helmet Giveaway
Earlier this year, an 11-year-old Arkansas boy was struck by a van as he rode his bike home from a friend’s house. The driver fled the scene, leaving the seriously injured boy — who was thrown 30 to 40 feet from his bicycle — bleeding on the side of the road. Thankfully, the perpetrator was […]
Arkansas Car Accident Statistics
The number of people killed on Arkansas roads appears to be decreasing, despite an increase in total crashes. For 2014, the most recent year available, the state saw 60,947 total crashes, representing an increase of 4.3 percent over 2013. In addition, the state reported a total of 436 fatal crashes for the year — a […]
Accident Caused Aggravation of Pre-Existing or Degenerative Condition
The Issue with Pre-Existing Health Conditions If you have a pre-existing or degenerative health condition, you may be at increased risk of aggravating it in a car crash. Insurance companies frequently try to deny paying claims to accident victims who have existing health conditions. Often, they argue that an accident had nothing to do with […]
Is Arkansas a No Fault Accident State?
In no-fault states for auto insurance, motorists turn to their own insurers for reimbursement after an accident — regardless of who was at fault. Laws vary; some no-fault states limit the amount that an insurer will pay, while others don’t set a limit. The Insurance Information Institute lists Arkansas as an “add-on” state when it […]
Top Causes of Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks provide an invaluable service to the United States. They transport goods and products across the country so that stores are stocked with the things we need in our daily lives. At the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers, our truck accident attorneys understand that with the sheer volume of trucks on the highways […]
Slideshare Presentation – Steps to Protect Yourself After a Car Accident
After a car accident, there are very important steps to take to ensure that you’re protected, can get coverage from your insurance company, and to cover yourself legally. This presentation will help with those steps: To contact our attorney, please call us (888) 220-7068. We are proud to serve clients in Arkadelphia, Texarkana, Little Rock, […]
Overcoming Common Defenses in Car Wreck Cases
There is a wide array of defenses we see in motor vehicle collision cases. Some of them can create significant roadblocks to a fair resolution, while others have little merit and should be disposed of quickly. This article addresses some of the more common issues we face and ways to deal effectively with those defenses. […]
Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death After a Car Crash?
At Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers, we know no amount of compensation can undo the harm caused by a wrongful death. But compensation can be an important way to seek justice and to pay for the expenses resulting from your loved one’s death. Generally speaking, the following parties are eligible to file a wrongful […]
4 Questions to Ask Your Car Crash Attorney
When you meet with an attorney after your car crash, here are 4 questions you may want to ask: 1. Do you think I have a case? Meeting with an attorney to discuss the crash is the first step in determining how to proceed. Our experienced attorneys can tell you whether you even have […]
How Can a Car Accident Lawyer Help Me?
If you were involved in a serious crash, then an experienced Arkansas accident attorney can help you pursue maximum compensation for your injuries. While you can always just see what the insurance company offers you, it’s quite possible that you may deserve more. The only way to know for sure is to consult the […]
Will the Statute of Limitations Affect my Accident Claim?
Like other states, Arkansas has a statute of limitations that tells you how long you have to file a personal injury lawsuit against a defendant. For most types of auto accident claims, you will have three years from the time of the accident to file a suit. If a wrongful death is involved, typically the […]
Quiz – Should You Hire An Attorney After an Accident?
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you may be wondering if you should hire a lawyer to help you compensation. Take this quiz to find out more: To schedule a free case review, please call us today at (888) 220-7068.
Traffic fatalities in Arkansas up 24%. Labor Day to be worst since 2008
Statistics The National Safety Council (nfc.org) released preliminary estimates on traffic fatalities for 2016 and they show a 9% rise in deaths for the first half of 2016 and an 18% rise from 2 years ago. The total number of deaths was estimated at 19,100 just since January of this year. The numbers in Arkansas […]
Do Motorcycle Accidents Most Often Result in Deadly Injuries?
While we wait for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to finalize their 2015 stats, we must refer to 2014 data for information about motorcycle accidents. In 2014, 92,000 motorcycle riders were injured and 4,586 died. These tragic circumstances can have a life-altering effect on injured riders and the families of those who passed away. […]
3 Types of Motorcycle Accidents Common Today
Bikers unfairly receive a reputation for being dangerous motorists. In fact, statistics show that the drivers of 4-wheeled vehicles and trucks are often the cause of crashes involving motorcycles. If you or you loved one was injured in a motorcycle accident, a Little Rock motorcycle accident lawyers can help you understand the complexities and navigate […]
What’s the Definition of Personal Injury?
A personal injury is an injury to your body, mind or emotions, not to your property. If you get in a car accident, a personal injury case seeks compensation for your physical, mental and emotional injuries, not the cost of repairing vehicle damage. Examples of personal injury include: Brain injury Spinal cord injury Loss of […]
Slideshare Presentation – Car Accident Statistics in Arkansas
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you may be wondering what steps to take in order to get compensation. This presentation shows some information about car accident statistics in Arkansas and how our attorney can help you: To schedule your FREE case review, please call Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers at (888) 220-7068. […]
3 Tips for Preventing Summer Road Trip Accidents
With warm, fair weather gracing the country and with summer break upon us, many families are planning summer road trips. Road trips are a great way to create lasting memories with your loved ones. Please consider the tips below to prevent an accident on the road: 1. Before you start your car, take a moment […]
Premises Liability Lawsuits and Your Safety
When you spend money in a store or at a restaurant, you enter into an unspoken pact with the proprietors of that establishment: In exchange for your hard-earned cash, you expect to be able to shop, eat, work, or simply walk through that facility unharmed. Should you sustain a serious injury in public through no […]
For Optimal Vehicle Safety, Start from the Ground Up
Making sure your vehicle is well-maintained is one of the best things that drivers in and around Little Rock, Arkansas can do to prevent the type of car accidents that necessitate a personal injury attorney. Good tires are essential to keeping you safe. Unfortunately, many drivers fail to recognize how important healthy tires are for […]
Texting Driver Takes Two Lives in Recent Motorcycle Accident
The Little Rock motorcycle accident lawyers at the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers can’t help put hold up a recent accident reportedly caused by a woman named Athina L. Munoz as the perfect example of how drinking and texting can be deadly to drivers, particularly those on motorcycles. According to Munoz’s arrest affidavit, not […]
How to Prepare for Your Accident Attorney Consultation
If you have scheduled a consultation with our Little Rock auto accident attorney, you may be wondering how to best prepare for the meeting. Your consultation is the opportunity to discuss your case in-depth so you can decide if you want to move forward. The length of the meeting can vary, depending on the complexity […]
Big Truck Companies Suffering High Turnover
The Arkansas truck accident attorneys at the Levar Law Injury & Accident Lawyers recognize that there’s no direct or scientific link between the current American truck driver shortageand the occurrence of big rig accidents. Our accident and injury attorneys see the driver shortage for what it is: One challenge to doing business in the commercial […]
Four Ways to Fix the Current Truck Driver Shortage
Our Little Rock, Arkansas personal injury and accident attorneys know the nationwide truck driver shortage is a key issue making today’s roads less safe. The good news is there are ideas and strategies afloat that may correct the truck driver shortage. Recent estimates from the industry suggest that trucking companies could add as many as 48,000 more […]
