WHAT ARE YOUR OPTIONS WHEN THE POLICE FILE AN INCORRECT ACCIDENT REPORT?
As winter weather gets worse for wear, it’s vital to be aware of your behavior and surroundings when you get in your car. Staying alert and knowing how to react should something happen while you’re driving are the keys to making it through this season safely. But what if something happens outside your control? What do you do if someone causes an accident, and then, to add insult to injury, you discover the police on the scene got their report wrong? If you’re hurt in a crash you didn’t cause but then find out the police put you at fault, you’re going to have so many questions racing through your head. But the most important one is this: Do I still have a case? The answer is that it’s definitely worth pursuing. Police reports aren’t admissible evidence, so you can relax; the ultimate decision about fault is decided based on testimony. And here’s a shocker: If the officer testifies, they often can’t give an opinion on whose fault it was. Insurance companies know this, so you can counteract an inaccurate police report to get a settlement. In order to overcome the accident report, you gather and present other evidence showing the officer is mistaken. For example, you may get other witness statements, evidence from the scene, surveillance footage from nearby businesses, or a report from an accident reconstructionist. If all of that sounds like a lot of complicated work, you’re right. It’s a lot of steps to take to right a wrong likely
caused by human error. Officers make mistakes, too — especially if they weren’t on the scene to witness the crash. Unfortunately, that spells trouble for you.
That’s why you need an experienced car crash attorney on your side. We have the skill and determination to investigate your case and convince the insurance company to let go of the mistaken police report. You don’t need to take on the burden alone. Call Holland & Usry so we can talk about your options.
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FESTIVE APPLE CIDER
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.” –Luke 2:14 “Be joyful always. Pray continually. Give thanks in all circumstances.” –1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
If you’re cutting back on calories, skip the eggnog and buttered rum this year and fill up your mug with this delicious mulled cider!
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Ingredients
Directions 1. Using a paring knife, shave the lemon peel off in curls. Reserve the curls and save the lemon for use in a different recipe. 2. In a large slow cooker, combine the lemon peel with all other ingredients. Cook on low for 3–4 hours. 3. If desired, use a sieve to strain the spices. Serve and enjoy!
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1 lemon
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1 gallon pure apple cider
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1 large orange, thinly sliced crosswise
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2 tsp whole cloves
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2 tsp allspice berries
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1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp honey
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3 cinnamon sticks
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