Tips to Keep Kids Safe as They Head Back to School
This fall, nearly 57 million children across the country will head back to school. As always, the start of the academic year will bring excited kids, frenzied parents and loaded school buses on the road. With increased sporting activities and preparation for the holidays, don’t forget to slow down, especially in school zones, and use […]
Safe Driving Tips for Fall Weather 2018
In Kansas, nearly 20% of the year’s motor vehicle collisions occur in the months of October and November. Here are seven Fall driving safety tips for 2018 that will help keep you safe on the road. Be prepared for shorter days: – A minute of daylight is lost every day of October. […]
Collisions with Commercial Vehicles
What to Do After a Commercial Vehicle Collision Source: DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers Jurisdiction: Kansas, USA Topic: Personal Injury & Commercial Vehicle Accidents Table of Contents Overview & Severity Introduction to Steps Step 1: Seek Medical Help Step 2: Call the Police Step 3: Gather Evidence Step 4: Seek Further Medical Evaluation Step 5: File […]
How Insurance Adjusters Devalue Your Claim
Every year in Kansas, nearly 14,000 people suffer from injuries in auto collisions, while approximately 48,000 people incur property damage. In addition to the physical pain, mental trauma, and financial burdens, auto collision victims also have to face insurance companies, insurance adjusters, and their tactics to undervalue their claim. Insurance companies are in business to […]
Kansas Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Coverage
Kansas is one of several no-fault auto insurance states. Kansas law requires that minimum auto insurance coverage includes not only liability coverage and underinsured/uninsured motorist coverage, but also personal injury protection benefits, commonly referred to as PIP coverage. PIP coverage and no-fault coverage are terms that are often used interchangeably to refer to the benefits […]
Hire a Local Law Firm to Handle Your Personal Injury Case
If you have been in a collision, you may be considering whether or not to obtain legal help. Searching for an attorney may seem like an overwhelming task, especially when faced with the numerous options brought up by an online search for a local personal injury attorney. One of the primary benefits of retaining a […]
Clothes for Class Drive – Wichita Children’s Home
New Clothes for Class Drive! Thank you to all those who partnered with us to help the kids at the Wichita Children’s Home. We appreciate those who brought donations to our East Wichita and West Wichita office. We were honored to present the donations and the check from DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers to the Wichita […]
What are the Caps on Personal Injury Damages in Kansas Law?
Life is unpredictable and there is never a convenient time to suffer a personal injury. You may leave your home in perfect health and return home with a significant injury as a result of someone else’s negligence. If you become a victim of such an unforeseen tragedy, you may be entitled to compensation. However, there […]
What is the Minimum Car Insurance Needed in Kansas?
Being uninsured or underinsured in Kansas may lead to a citation and will also leave you lacking many benefits and protections if you are in a motor vehicle collision. The Kansas statute commonly called the “no pay, no play” statute, was enacted in 2011 in a bid to encourage vehicle owners to follow the requirement […]
Who is Responsible for your Slip and Fall Injuries?
Slip and fall incidents result in almost 1 million ER visits each year. Unfortunately, 15% of such incidents involve serious injuries including fractures and even death. Slip and fall accidents often involve fractures, head injuries and long term or permanent disability. If you are a victim of a slip and fall injury, you may feel […]