Jessica Board, ESQ, Author at Lawsuit Info Center

About Jessica Board, ESQ

Jessica Board, ESQ

Jessica Board is a graduate of the University of Iowa School of Law and is licensed in Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. A member of the ABA Young Lawyer division, Iowa organization of Women Attorneys, and Defense Research Institute. With an undergraduate degree in finance, Jessica is passionate about educating individuals about how the law can help them recover the compensation needed to fully recover from injuries.

How to Calculate a Rear End Car Accident Settlement

Oct 29, 2019 | Car Accident Settlements, Rear End Car Accident Settlements

How to Calculate a Rear End Car Accident Settlement Car accidents often bring on a flurry of firsts. If you’ve never been involved in a rear end collision before, you’re likely wondering what to expect after being rear ended. You’re not sure where to get...

How To Calculate A Car Accident Settlement Amount

May 1, 2019 | Car Accident Settlements

Insurance adjusters evaluate numerous car accident claims on a daily basis, and they become quite experienced at how to calculate car accident settlement amount. This article will examine all the factors that go into calculating car accident settlement amounts,...

Who is Responsible in a Multi-Car Accident?

Feb 21, 2018 | Car Accident Settlements

Colliding with another vehicle is scary. Getting involved in a crash with multiple cars is exponentially more terrifying. In many such accidents, vehicles are hit multiple times by other cars, often at high speeds. Because the hits just keep on coming, it’s sometimes...

Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident?

Aug 2, 2016 | Car Accident Settlements

Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer for a Car Accident Settlement? The aftermath of a car accident can be a scary and stressful time. You may be dealing with injuries and damage to your vehicle. It can be extremely difficult to handle the aftermath of a car accident by...

How Negligence Laws Affect Motorcycle Accident Settlements

In the context of motor vehicle accidents, negligence refers to a driver’s failure to operate a vehicle safely. This is an important designation when it comes to negotiating car accident settlements. It’s also important in a court case to determine fault and damages...

Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents and Injuries

Motorcycles are rising in popularity as more people discover the thrill and the efficiency of two small wheels on the open road. With the surge in riders also comes a hike in accidents, however. Both the number of motorcycle crashes and the rate of motorcycle crash...

Whiplash Payout Scale for Grades 0-4

Whiplash is common in car accidents, especially rear-end collisions. Your head and neck are forcefully jerked back and forward by the rapid acceleration-deceleration combination, causing injury to the head, neck, and shoulders. Each auto accident is...

How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take?

Involvement in a traffic collision creates a difficult situation, which can be made worse by injuries and property damage. You may be legally entitled to monetary compensation. How long does a car accident settlement take? The answer is different for everyone, but...

How To Adjust to the Traffic and Transportation Culture of a New Area

Even within the same country, transportation cultures can be drastically different. For instance, in New York, the public transportation system is a lifeline for many residents, with the subway being the primary mode of transportation. The city's layout encourages...