Car Accident
Attorney Spinella Settles UM Claim Before Start of Trial for $115,000
Attorney Anthony Spinella, partner at Barry & Barall, LLC settled an underinsured motorist (UM)claim via mediation on August 18, 2021, on behalf of a local married couple. The Firm was prepared to go to trial as the insurance company had not offered our client any money at all. The matter was brought to a mediation…
Read MoreGM Offers Use-Based Auto Insurance with Data from OnStar Vehicle
In the age of the Internet of All Things, when everything is connected to everything else, including cars, companies are attempting to use the data from all those connections to their advantage. One such company is General Motors Co., which is working to adjust insurance rates based on the driving behavior obtained from this data.…
Read MoreBarry, Barall & Spinella Win Precedent-Setting Case of First Impression Regarding UM/UIM Coverage for Rental Cars
When you rent a vehicle, you are given the option to purchase additional insurance coverage for the duration of your rental time. You may also purchase rental insurance through your own policy, so that you don’t have to buy the additional coverage when you pick up the rental keys. These insurance policies protect you in…
Read MoreCar Crashes Caused by Sun Glare – Who Is at Fault?
Many motorists have felt it – the feeling of panic when driving down the road and suddenly the glare of the sun hits the windshield, causing temporary inability to see out of the front window of the vehicle. Just a few seconds of this blindness can lead to a serious car accident and injuries. Driving…
Read MoreThe New Tool for Calculating the Likelihood of TBI in Car Crashes
It’s common knowledge that car accidents can be life-changing. Even a “minor” car accident can lead to a serious injury. Whiplash, broken bones, and deep tissue injuries can all occur from wrecks that happen at any rate of speed. Aside from death, one of the most serious injuries that a car accident victim can suffer…
Read MoreWhat Do I Do When There’s Been a Parts Recall on My Car?
Vehicle recalls are issued when there has been a safety defect detected in a part, either by multiple mechanics or drivers, or after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) investigates, or after a string of similar accidents. Issuing a recall is important because of the likelihood that a malfunctioning part will cause serious personal…
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