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A car accident can turn a manageable health condition into a life-altering one. If you already had a back injury, a history of concussions, or a chronic condition like arthritis, a collision may cause far more damage to your body than it would to someone in perfect health. This raises a question many injured Nebraskans ask: Does having a pre-existing injury mean you can’t recover full compensation in your car accident case? The short answer is no. Pre-existing injuries do not disqualify you from pursuing a claim, but they do add layers to how…

After an accident, the pressure to move on can be immense. Medical bills add up, time off work costs you, and an insurance adjuster calls with a check. Accepting the first settlement may seem quickest, but it can cost you more than you realize. First offers are rarely fair, and settling too soon may leave you without enough support. If you’ve been hurt in a Nebraska accident, knowing your claim’s true value is key to protecting yourself. At Knowles Law Firm, our attorneys have spent over 55 years helping injury victims across Omaha and…

Every year, thousands of people across the country are seriously injured in commercial truck accidents caused not by bad luck, but by preventable violations. These are crashes that federal regulations were specifically designed to stop, and when trucking companies or drivers ignore those rules, the consequences can be devastating. At Knowles Law Firm, our team has spent more than 55 years representing injury victims throughout Nebraska. As a family-owned firm, we take a personal approach to every case, working closely with clients to investigate the violations that caused their accidents and pursue the compensation…

When a commercial truck hits another vehicle, the driver’s account and eyewitness statements can conflict, leaving victims unsure of who is accountable. Inside almost every semi-truck in Nebraska is a black box, or event data recorder (EDR), that captures the objective events in the seconds before, during, and after a truck accident. At Knowles Law Firm, our attorneys have spent more than 55 years building cases for injured Nebraskans, including those hurt in serious truck accidents. As a family-owned practice with multiple generations of legal experience, we know how to move quickly to secure…

In an instant, a disputed accident can upend lives, and the outcome often depends on a single question: what does the evidence show? Dash cam footage has emerged as one of the most powerful tools available to accident victims, capturing timestamped video of the events leading up to and during a collision. In a world where insurance companies routinely offer conflicting accounts, this footage can make the difference between a fair settlement and a prolonged fight. If you were hurt in a Nebraska accident and want to know how your evidence can work for…

The hospital bill is usually the first number people see after a car accident, but it is rarely the last. Lost paychecks, damaged property, ongoing rehabilitation, psychological trauma, and strain on your family’s daily life can add up quickly. Most people never anticipate this financial burden when leaving the scene. The true cost of a car accident goes far beyond one invoice. At Knowles Law Firm, we have spent more than 55 years helping Nebraska families understand the full picture of what they are owed after a serious accident. As a multi-generational, family-owned firm,…

When you hire a personal injury attorney, it’s usually because something has gone wrong – a serious crash, mounting medical bills, and time away from work. In those moments, who handles your case and how accessible they are can make all the difference.  Many national law firms are advertising in Nebraska, but Nebraska residents are finding their customer service falls short because they don’t get to meet with a local attorney who knows their case. For more than 55 years, Knowles Law Firm has represented injured clients throughout Nebraska, securing multi-million dollar settlements while…

The seconds after a car accident can feel like a blur, and what you do in those moments may have a bigger impact on your claim than you realize. Knowing the most common mistakes Nebraskans make when exchanging information at the scene, and what to do instead, can protect you when it matters most. Attorney Ben Knowles of Knowles Law Firm has spent years helping Nebraskans recover after car accidents. With over 55 years of combined experience and a record of obtaining multi-million dollar settlements, the firm knows firsthand how overlooked details at the…

Rear-end collisions account for nearly one-third of all motor vehicle accidents in the United States, creating liability questions that become increasingly difficult to answer when multiple vehicles are involved. When three or more cars collide in a chain-reaction accident, determining which driver bears responsibility requires careful examination of each individual impact and the circumstances surrounding the crash. At Knowles Law Firm, we have spent 55 years helping Nebraska accident victims navigate the legal process following multi-car collisions. The attorneys at Knowles Law Firm understand how rear-end collisions create unique challenges in establishing fault, particularly…

When someone’s reckless or intentional actions cause you harm, compensation often goes beyond covering your medical bills and lost wages. Nebraska law recognizes certain situations where the wrongdoer’s conduct is so egregious that additional financial consequences are warranted. Understanding when you might be entitled to this form of recovery can significantly impact the value of your claim and hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. For over 55 years, the personal injury lawyers at Knowles Law Firm have obtained multi-million dollar settlements for clients throughout Nebraska. We understand the complexities of damage calculations in…