It is impossible to operate a motor vehicle with the required amount of care, prudence and attention while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Despite knowing the risks of drunk driving, thousands of drivers in Nebraska commit this dangerous crime each year. According to the Nebraska Department of Transportation, 1,534 alcohol-related accidents were reported in 2020 alone. Decrease your odds of getting into a drunk driving accident by learning the tell-tale signs of driver intoxication. Inability to Stay in One Lane When a driver is alcohol-impaired, their motor skills and coordination are affected….

Carbon monoxide poisoning is an often silent threat, causing harm that can have devastating consequences for victims. If you have required medical attention due to carbon monoxide exposure, seeking legal recourse may help you recover damages for your injuries. Understanding your rights and how to hold responsible parties accountable is essential in these situations.  We encourage you to pursue justice and compensation after a carbon monoxide poisoning incident. An attorney from Knowles Law Firm can provide invaluable support to you during this difficult time, making it easier to focus on healing and recovery. We…

When you send your child to summer camp in Nebraska, you expect the staff to protect their safety, keep the grounds safe, and ensure that employees have the proper training. If a summer camp neglects these duties, you may receive a call that your child is injured and wonder what your legal options are. Fortunately, with the help of our experienced lawyers at Knowles Law Firm, you can file a claim, prove negligence, and better understand the value of your case to receive a fair settlement. With over 55 years of experience and multi-million…

Field trips can be a fun and educational opportunity for your children, but if the school bus gets involved in an accident, they are left unsupervised, or are exposed to dangerous conditions, they may suffer injuries. If your child is hurt on a field trip due to another party’s negligence, you have the right to file a claim and hold the at-fault party accountable. However, this process can be complex, so our seasoned lawyers at Knowles Law Firm are here to help. We handle every aspect of your claim with the utmost care and…

The aftermath of a car accident can be overwhelming, and the adrenaline and shock can make it challenging to know what to do to protect your rights. While it can be tempting to shrug off any discomfort you feel and move on, taking the following steps can help strengthen your insurance claim and increase your chance of securing a fair settlement: While trying to avoid car accidents is best, they can still happen no matter how carefully or safely you drive. Once you have left the scene, gotten the medical attention you need, and…

Injuries from a car accident can take a physical, emotional, and financial toll on your life, but you should not have to pay for the damages another party caused. With the help of the experienced lawyers at Knowles Law Firm, you can better understand your claim’s value and how to prove your damages to insurance companies. A successful insurance claim or car accident lawsuit in Nebraska can provide you with the financial resources to pay for both past and future economic losses. It can give you the money your family needs to move forward…

Most accidents are often more complicated than they seem. For example, road conditions, signage, and driver behavior play a role in a collision in car accidents. Therefore, in many personal injury cases, multiple parties share responsibility, even the injured victim. If this is the case for you, you may wonder if you can still receive compensation for your losses. With Nebraska’s modified comparative negligence system, you may still recover damages if you are under 50% at fault for the accident. At Knowles Law Firm, we understand the laws that may apply to your Nebraska…

Car accidents often happen quickly and you may get a rush of adrenaline afterward that delays any pain or injuries you have suffered. If you start to feel pain, whether the same day or in the days following the accident, you should seek immediate medical attention. Doing this helps identify any underlying issues, provides a comprehensive diagnosis, and creates a record of your injuries, which can be used to prove they exist and the treatment they require in your claim. Our experienced lawyers at Knowles Law Firm understand the lasting impact car accident injuries…

Driving with a defective tire can significantly increase the risk of an accident, making the vehicle hard to control and potentially leading to serious injuries. If you have been hurt due to a defective tire, you may feel frustrated and want to hold the manufacturer liable for their negligence. Fortunately, our experienced lawyers at Knowles Law Firm are here to help prove you used the tire as directed, the tire was defective, you suffered injuries due to this defect, and your injuries resulted in damages.  Demonstrating these points significantly increases your chance of holding…

You may associate car accidents with busy streets and major highways, but collisions can occur anywhere, even in parking lots. In these areas, drivers are often less likely to pay attention and may not follow the unique right-of-way laws that apply in these spaces. This can make identifying a liable party in a parking lot accident complex. Depending on your unique circumstances, the parking lot’s owner, a pedestrian, a driver backing out of a parking space, or a moving driver may be responsible for the accident and your injuries. At Knowles Law Firm, we…