Category: Blog Post

In Idaho, scarring and disfigurement from dog bites are evaluated based on several factors including, but not necessarily limited to, visibility, permanence, location on the body, psychological impact, and the cost of future corrective procedures. In Idaho, dog bite scarring and disfigurement damages are evaluated...

Punitive damages in Idaho require a separate court motion. They cannot be included in the original lawsuit. And if the drunk driver also died in the crash, a critical statutory exception may affect what your family can pursue. The criminal case may be behind you....

The MCS-90 endorsement requires a commercial trucking insurer to pay any final judgment against the carrier, even when they would otherwise deny the claim on a technicality. You're recovering from serious injuries while the bills pile up. You know the trucking company carries a large...

After a hit-and-run, acting quickly to preserve evidence and report the accident can make the difference between recovering compensation and being left with nothing. The other driver is gone. You’re standing at the scene with a damaged vehicle, possible injuries, and no idea who hit...

Idaho follows a one-bite rule, not strict liability. Proving a dog owner knew or should have known about the animal’s dangerous tendencies is typically required to recover compensation. Your child was playing in a neighbor’s yard when their dog suddenly lunged and bit her arm....

Idaho requires written notice by certified mail to dram shops and social hosts within 180 days from the date the dram shop or social host claim arises. Missing this deadline can bar your claim entirely, even if you file suit within the two-year statute of limitations.

The two-year clock starts from the date of death, not the date of the accident. Claims against government entities require notice within 180 days. The grief of losing someone you love is overwhelming enough without the pressure of legal deadlines. But if their death was...

As a passenger injured in a DUI accident in Idaho, you can seek compensation for your injuries, even if the driver was someone you knew. Documenting the accident thoroughly can strengthen your case and help ensure you receive the support you need for your recovery.