Wichita Personal Injury & Car Accident Blog

Being affected by a wrongful death of a loved one or family member can be an overwhelming experience. But what classifies the loss of a loved one as a “wrongful death?” If the negligence of a business or individual results in the death of another, the family may be eligible to receive compensation on their…

At Brian & Brian at Pistotnik Law, we pride ourselves in offering top-tier service in the field of personal injury law. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of success. For this very reason, it is an honor to share when a member of our law office receives recognition for their accomplishments. Today, the firm…

Because there are an estimated 8.6 million motorcycles on the roads, there’s a guarantee that you will drive alongside motorcyclists eventually. There’s also the chance for an accident. But the thing is, being in a motorcycle accident can be a traumatic experience for all parties involved. Motorcycle accidents can leave riders with catastrophic injuries, both…

Personal injury claims happen all the time. But knowing what to do and how to handle it can be a tough avenue to navigate. In some personal injury cases, hiring a Wichita personal injury attorney isn’t necessary. For example, car accident victims who have less than $2,000 in total medical bills after completing all treatment…

People often search for “accident attorney near me” which will produce results for attorneys that are geographically in an office nearest to the location of the searcher. It is not always wise to believe that the attorney nearest your location is the best for you. Many attorneys claim to be the best motorcycle accident attorney without realizing…

Why hire a personal injury lawyer? The answer is simple: to protect yourself and to maximize the value of your case. Insurance companies spend enormous amounts of money training their staff (insurance adjusters) in how to try to limit their losses. These trained professionals know many ways to get information from you that hurts you…

According to the CDC, a concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury—or TBI—caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, stretching…

Have you recently been injured in a car accident? Or are you worried about what to do if you find yourself tangled up in a crash? Our car accident lawyers at Brian & Brian at Pistotnik Law can help.  Generally, there are three different cases when involved in a collision. First is property damage, second are PIP (personal injury…

According to recent news from the National Safety Council, cell phone use is now estimated to be involved in 26 percent of all motor vehicle accidents.  Research indicates that 5 percent of crashes involved texting, while 21 percent involved drivers talking on handheld or hands-free cell phones.  Our accident law firm has helped many injured victims of distracted…

Car accident cases can be full of stress and confusion if you’re unfamiliar with personal injury claims. Whether or not to go to trial is always a decision that belongs to the client. However, very few cases actually go to trial. In fact, most cases settle without a lawsuit ever being filed. Going to trial has its pros and…