Category: Auto Accidents

Comparative Fault in Automotive Products Liability Cases Tort law is the branch of the legal system that deals with cases in which an individual or other legally recognized entity, such as a corporation or governmental unit, seeks to recover damages from another person for a private injury or wrong not arising out of a contractual… Read more »

Tort Liability of Owners/Operators of Private Motor Vehicles Tort law is that branch of the legal system that governs the circumstances under which an individual or other legally recognized entity, such as a corporation or governmental unit, may be subjected to liability and required to compensate another person for a private injury or wrong not… Read more »

Intentional Injury Exclusion in Auto Insurance When a vehicle is involved in an automobile accident, the conduct of an insured may activate the automobile insurance policy’s exclusion for intentional injury. Intentional injuries include suicide and assault, among other acts. Even though some states require automobile insurance companies to provide statutory minimum coverage, the companies may… Read more »

Manufacturer Defenses in Automotive Products Liability Cases The basic elements of proof that a plaintiff has to establish in a products liability action against the manufacturer or seller of a motor vehicle are that the vehicle as sold contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk of death, personal injury, or property damage when the… Read more »

Cancellation of Auto Insurance for Nonpayment of Premiums The mandatory nature of motor vehicle insurance in the United States means that the system under which cars and trucks are insured involves a three-part relationship among the vehicle owner or operator, the insurer, and the government of the state where the car or truck is located…. Read more »