August 19, 2021 Vehicle Safety Features You Should Know About People have to ask themselves lots of questions before buying a vehicle, like what they are looking for, what their budget is, and which makes and models have the highest ratings – but considerations about safety features should be at the top of the list. On average, more than 16,000 car crashes happen in the … Read More »
July 14, 2021 ATV Accident Season Has Arrived Manufacturers design and build all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) for usage in a variety of outdoor terrains. However, these vehicles come with numerous safety risks. The number of fatal ATV accidents peaks dramatically in July, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Some accidents are due to the recklessness of the driver or misuse of the … Read More »
July 12, 2021 The High Costs of Car Accident Injuries The costs incurred by car accident injuries in the United States are staggering. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the collective lifetime medical cost of crash injuries to Americans is estimated to be $18.4 billion dollars. The lifetime cost of loss-of-work is even higher, estimated to be $32.9 billion dollars. Each … Read More »
June 24, 2021 What Should I Do if I am in an Accident on Vacation? Families across the United States are eager to get on the road this summer and go on vacation after more than a year of pandemic restrictions. The increase in vehicular traffic also means a greater chance of getting into a car accident on vacation. Here are some tips for vacationers regarding what to do in … Read More »
June 13, 2021 Summer Driving Safety Tips According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more traffic accidents happen in the warm summer months than any other time of the year. With the official start to summer rapidly approaching, there is no better time than now to brush up on some useful precautionary measures that can help to reduce … Read More »
June 10, 2021 What Should I Know About Car Accident Evidence? If someone is injured in a car accident, the degree to which they are found to be at fault may affect the amount of damages they can legally claim to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering for any personal injuries. Determination of fault often hinges on evidence collected at the scene. … Read More »
June 8, 2021 Where Should I Keep My Phone in Case of a Car Accident? After a car accident, a person’s phone can be a lifeline. In addition to calling 911 for help, car accident victims can preserve critical evidence for a personal injury claim using various features of their smart phone. However, the force of an impact during an accident can send objects inside a car flying in all … Read More »
May 30, 2021 What Should Drivers Know About Car Accidents Involving Trucks? Drivers should know that car accidents involving trucks are more likely to result in serious or fatal injuries to passenger vehicle occupants than other types of collisions. Because of the severity of a car-and-truck accident, injury victims should seek the help of an experienced truck accident lawyer. How Common are Car Accidents Involving Trucks? Although … Read More »
May 20, 2021 What Car Accident Injuries May Go Undetected at First? Many car accident injuries are not obvious at the scene of the crash. Common car accident injuries that may go undetected at first include whiplash, concussions and other closed head injuries, and shoulder and knee injuries. Moreover, accident victims may not feel pain because of the body’s delayed reaction to trauma. After a car accident, … Read More »
