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Struck in a Manchester Crosswalk? Why “I Had the Right of Way” Isn’t the Whole Story

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

Manchester’s downtown grid, especially around Elm Street and the busy intersections near Victory Park, sees a steady stream of pedestrians crossing at marked and unmarked crosswalks every day. When a driver strikes a pedestrian, the legal analysis often turns on a statute most people have never read. Drivers Must Yield, But There’s a Catch… Read More »

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Types of Premises Liability Lawsuits in New Hampshire

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

If you suffered injuries while on someone else’s property, you might be considering a premises liability lawsuit in New Hampshire. It makes sense to be specific when you’re filing a personal injury lawsuit, and there are many types of premises liability cases to consider. So which type of premises liability lawsuit should you file?… Read More »

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What Is Modified Comparative Negligence in New Hampshire?

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

When you file a personal injury lawsuit, the goal is to prove that the defendant’s “negligence” caused your injuries. Negligence is a complex and multifaceted concept, and many people could be to blame for the same accident. When approaching these complex situations, it makes sense to compare different parties and determine how each one… Read More »

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Numerous Motorcyclists Injured in New Hampshire Crashes Within Just a Few Days

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

Within just three days, three people were seriously injured in two separate New Hampshire motorcycle accidents. At least one of these accidents has led to criminal charges, and the other raises serious questions about the conduct of a police officer who made a U-turn. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident, you might… Read More »

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Are Witnesses Reliable After New Hampshire Car Accidents?

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

If you’re trying to pursue compensation for a car accident in New Hampshire, you might need to rely on witness testimony. This testimony can make or break your case, and you might need someone’s firsthand observations to prove negligence and recover compensation. But how reliable are these witnesses? What if you’re dealing with a… Read More »

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One Dead After Semi-Truck Flies Off Bridge in New Hampshire

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

Some semi-truck crashes are clearly more worrying than others. Although some semi-trucks might roll over and crash with few injuries or consequences, these accidents can be much worse. A recent example involved a semi-truck veering off a bridge before plunging into a New Hampshire river, and this accident caused the death of at least… Read More »

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No Helmet: Can I Still File a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit in New Hampshire?

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

Motorcycle accidents can be very serious, and the resulting injuries may be even more severe for victims who forgot to wear their helmets. Often, the lack of a helmet can have fatal consequences. But does a helmet really make a big difference when a motorcyclist collides with a solid object at a high speed?… Read More »

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Family Sues Boy Scouts After Fatal Swimming Accident in New Hampshire

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

In February of 2025, various sources reported that a family filed suit against Boy Scouts of America for their alleged role in a fatal swimming accident in New Hampshire. The accident claimed the life of an 11-year-old child. This is a clear example of a wrongful death lawsuit in New Hampshire, and it has… Read More »

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Four Injuries Reported in New Hampshire Crash Near Fireworks Show

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

New Year’s Eve is a joyous time for many, but it also tends to cause numerous car accidents in New Hampshire. The early hours of 2025 were no exception, and a particularly notable incident involved a crash near a fireworks show in Claremont. The details of this crash are not exactly clear, but four… Read More »

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Recreational Vehicles Cause Fatal Scooter Crash in New Hampshire

By Law Office of Manning Zimmerman & Oliveira PLLC |

All kinds of vehicles travel down New Hampshire roads. These include not only cars and trucks, but also golf carts, ATVs, dirtbikes, scooters, e-bikes, and OneWheels. Although crashes between passenger vehicles are most common, smaller vehicles often collide with each other – with fatal consequences. This became clear after a recent scooter crash in… Read More »

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