We often associate traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) with sports. Therefore, they’re one of the most overlooked injuries following a motor vehicle collision. TBIs can occur even when there’s no direct blow to the head, and their symptoms are frequently delayed, subtle...
Car Accidents
5 factors that influence recovery after a car accident
A car accident can turn daily routines upside down, leaving many people shaken and uncertain about what comes next. While it is natural to hope that insurance and claims will resolve quickly, recovery and resolution often take weeks or months. Physical healing,...
What are economic and non-economic damages?
Victims of car accidents may be hospitalized, lose work and suffer vehicle damage. A car insurance claim may cover some of a victim's financial losses after a car accident. However, compensation from a car insurance claim may not cover all of a victim’s losses. As a...
Understanding Texas’ modified comparative negligence rule
Many vehicle crashes aren’t 100% one person’s fault. Maybe, for example, one driver ignores a stop sign at an intersection and crashes into a car crossing in front of them. They certainly bear significant responsibility. However, maybe the other driver was texting at...
Is tailgating to blame for a recent wreck?
The decisions that drivers make in traffic directly influence their chances of being involved in a collision. Unsafe conduct and illegal maneuvers can both lead to preventable wrecks. Generally speaking, motorists have to observe the posted speed limit. However, they...
There are more driving distractions than you think
Texting and driving is perhaps the clearest example of a driving distraction. A person who is using their cellphone simply cannot be as focused as necessary on the road ahead of them. They can suffer from mental, physical or visual driving distractions. However, the...
A stressed-out driver is a dangerous driver
Stress is something every driver experiences. When it builds up and becomes overwhelming, it can make the road an even more dangerous place than it ordinarily is. A stressed-out driver is more likely to be distracted, impatient and prone to mistakes that can lead to...
3 ways vehicle design may contribute to pedestrian crashes
Pedestrian collisions are typically the fault of those involved. Sometimes, pedestrians step out in front of oncoming traffic without checking their surroundings. Even attentive pedestrians are at risk of crashes caused by unsafe drivers. Many motorists fail to...
Content creation behind the wheel
Modern life is built around sharing moments. You might feel the urge to capture a quick video, record a story or stream live while driving. What feels like a small action can actually turn into a major concern on the road. Unlike other distractions, content creation...
Is your fashion accessory a major hazard in the car?
Many people get dressed in the morning and don’t think much about how safe or hazardous their fashion accessories will be while they’re on the road. There is one accessory that everyone should think twice about wearing while in a moving vehicle – a claw clip. Claw...

