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...
Car Accidents
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...
Medical evidence can make or break your car accident claim
Seeking urgent medical attention after a car accident is crucial for not only your health, but also for the success of any potential claim for compensation you may pursue. Your medical records can serve as crucial evidence to support your case and could make or break...
What to do if a distracted driver hits your car
Getting into a car accident is a traumatic experience. Unfortunately, it happens all to often and for many reasons, including because of drivers who are distracted or not paying attention. If you are a driver, you need to know exactly what to do if you get into an...
Why you need to be more careful when driving near your home
It's crucial to keep your eyes on the road until you get home. Research shows that most accidents happen close to home. Thus, you may not be in the clear until you pull over in your driveway. Here is why: Drivers may rely on muscle memory, not their driving skills...
Four latent injuries after a car accident
Many people suffer injuries in car accidents and are diagnosed and treated shortly after. However, some people only realize they have injuries much later, which can complicate matters because they may wonder if the injuries are related to the car accident or not. If...

