Elderkin Law Firm

06/01/2026

Not every car accident requires legal representation, but certain situations may benefit from professional guidance. Learn more about when hiring a car accident lawyer may help protect your rights and compensation.

https://crashsurvivorsupport.org/do-i-need-a-lawyer-after-a-car-accident/

05/27/2026

Knowing what to do immediately after a car accident—such as contacting the police, documenting the scene, and exchanging information—is critical to protecting your physical safety and insurance recovery. If you are dealing with severe injuries, disputed fault, or a hit-and-run driver, consult a personal injury attorney to safely navigate the claims process and protect your rights.

Even a minor car accident can cause major stress. Here's what to do after a crash—whether it's your fault or the other driver's

05/19/2026

A denied car insurance claim does not always mean the process is over. Learn more about common reasons claims are denied, how the appeals process works, and when legal guidance may help.

Understanding why your claim was denied will help with the appeal process.

05/18/2026

U.S. traffic fatalities are reaching record highs, fueled by "autobesity," distracted driving, and a dangerous divergence from global safety trends. This rise in lethal crashes disproportionately impacts pedestrians and children, highlighting the growing risks on our modern roadways. As these factors make our streets more hazardous, understanding the causes is the first step toward advocating for a safer future.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/headway/motor-vehicles-fatalities-newsletter.html

04/29/2026

If your car insurance claim is denied, understanding the reason is the first step toward resolving it. Learn more about the appeals process and when legal guidance may help.

Understanding why your claim was denied will help with the appeal process.

04/29/2026

In personal injury cases, fault isn’t always one-sided. Contributory negligence can reduce or even eliminate compensation if a person is partly responsible for their own injury. Learn how courts evaluate liability and damages: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/contributory-negligence.asp

04/21/2026

In a single year, distracted driving caused over 300,000 traffic injuries. From texting to eating behind the wheel, driving distracted is a deadly choice. Review this insightful guide on the most common causes of collisions. If a negligent driver harmed you or a loved one, our firm is ready to fight for your recovery.

Explore distracted driving facts and statistics, and learn road safety tips to protect yourself behind the wheel.

04/20/2026

Driver negligence plays a key role in determining fault in car accident cases, from distracted driving to failure to follow traffic laws. Understanding how negligence is proven can help you protect your rights and build a stronger claim.

Understand how driver negligence determines fault in car accident cases, see examples of negligent driving, and learn how to prove negligence after a car crash.

02/04/2026

https://velo.outsideonline.com/ebike/ebike-culture/e-bike-injuries-alarming-rise-urbanist-update/

The vehicles causing a recent spike in injuries and worse aren't e-bikes. Here’s why, our solution, and how to differentiate an e-bike from an e-moto.

02/02/2026

https://www.cdc.gov/teen-drivers/risk-factors/index.html

Learn about the risk factors for teen drivers.