New Hampshire Comparative Fault Law Question: The car insurance adjuster says I have comparative fault. What does that mean? New Hampshire follows a rule of law called comparative fault in tort cases. Under this law, a jury may determine that your injuries were the result of the legal fault of the defendant (i.e., the person…
New Hampshire Dog Bite Law New Hampshire law imposes “strict liability” on dog owners when their dog causes injury to another person. NH RSA 466:19 states that “[a]ny person to whom or to whose property, including sheep, lambs, fowl, or other domestic creatures, damage may be occasioned by a dog not owned or kept by…
Uber, Door Dash, Lyft – Are You Covered? In 2020, there was an estimated 1 million Uber drivers, 700,000 Lyft drivers, and over 100,000 Door Dash drivers in the United States. If you are not familiar with Uber, Door Dash, or Lyft, they are companies known as “ride-sharing” companies. Ride-sharing is defined as “an arrangement…
Personal Injury Claim Common Terms In this post, I provide some common terms that are relevant in a personal injury claim: Answer – The Defendant’s written response to your Complaint. At-Fault – The person responsible for causing your injuries. Causation – A legal concept that requires you to prove your injuries were caused by the…
CONCORD — Business leaders want New Hampshire to join 16 other states in limiting their legal liability in lawsuits by customers and employees over exposure to COVID-19.
IN THE WAKE of one of the most difficult years that any of us have ever faced, there are many priorities facing legislators in 2021: balancing our state budget, addressing relief to New Hampshire’s citizens, and ensuring we are doing everything we can to continue strengthening our economy and keep it moving forward.
Check Your Car Insurance Policy Today! I just had another one. A car crash caused by an uninsured driver that severely injured my client. I’ve had too many of these for too many years. Since the at-fault driver had no car insurance, my client had to look at her own car insurance policy for some…
Do I need to hire a personal injury lawyer for my car accident? Yes, if you want to get the most money the insurance company will pay to resolve your personal injury claim. If you’re willing to accept whatever the insurance company offers for a settlement, don’t hire a personal injury lawyer. The truth is…
Who can help me recover compensation for injuries as a motorcycle accident lawyer? Nicholson Law Firm has a long history of supporting our clients who are victims of motorcycle accidents. Based on your free case evaluation, we will seek the compensation you deserve. Recoverable damages include medical costs, lost wages, loss of enjoyment of life,…
Does a jury know whether or not the defendant has insurance at trial? The rules of evidence prohibit either party from introducing into evidence the existence or nonexistence of insurance coverage. This includes motor vehicle insurance, liability insurance, and health insurance. A jury cannot draw inferences from the failure of the parties’ to mention the…