Being involved in a car wreck can lead to significant injuries, one of which is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). These injuries can affect victims in a variety of ways, depending on the type and location of the injury at issue. One of the troubling aspects of a TBI is...
Car Accidents
What not to say to an insurance agent after a car accident
Being involved in an accident is a serious and scary situation. After the accident, a lot will likely go on, and it may be hard to know what to do and say. At some point, the insurance company will send someone to talk to you about what happened. While it can be...
Why do drivers run red lights?
Intersections are one of the most dangerous places you can drive. Much of the danger just comes from other drivers. They fail to use the intersection properly or they ignore the traffic control devices, like red lights. If a driver runs a red light, a T-bone accident...
Drivers with children in their vehicles face many distractions
People sometimes think that parents are automatically better drivers than those without children. After all, most parents do everything in their power to keep their children safe. They install car seats and might even buy specific makes and models of vehicles that...
Accident prevention: Smart approaches to yellow lights
Yellow traffic lights play an important role in regulating traffic flow and helping to ensure safety at intersections. However, yellow lights cannot function as intended if motorists don’t respond to their signals in thoughtful ways. How drivers respond to yellow...
Eating and drinking are dangerous driving distractions
Most drivers would not take an issue with the idea of eating a meal on their way to work or a client meeting. Many commuters habitually enjoy breakfast or at least a cup of coffee on their way to their jobs every day. Eating and drinking while driving are almost...
What’s a fair settlement for your car accident claim?
As a victim of a car accident, you are probably aware that you deserve compensation for the harm and losses you suffered. However, you might be uncertain about the compensation you are entitled to. Every crash is different, and determining a fair settlement for your...
How a texting ‘hangover effect’ can cause serious crashes
Public awareness about the dangers of distracted driving is at an all-time high. Between updates to driver's education programs and public education campaigns, most people understand how risky it can be to read or respond to a text message while operating a motor...
Do you deserve compensation for loss of enjoyment in life?
If you suffer certain injuries in a car accident, some of the costs will be clear. For instance, maybe you suffered a spinal cord injury and you have documentation of all of your medical bills. You can also calculate the long-term care needs that you’re going to have...
Staying safe during the school run
For many families, jumping in the car to get to and from school is a daily routine. Thankfully, most families make it through each trip without major incidents, but that isn’t always the case. School run hours, both in the morning and afternoon, are one of the most...