Every single year, more than 1.5 million Americans suffer injuries in vehicle collisions. While many of these injuries can be minor, some come with life-changing health ramifications. One of the most significant injuries a person can suffer in a car accident is a traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Mayfield Clinic, a TBI is defined as an injury to the brain caused by a sudden blow or a jolt [...]
Common sense might make one think that the winter would be the season in which the most car accidents occur, since weather conditions like snow and ice make the roads more dangerous. However, statistics actually show the opposite to be true; the months between May and September are when the most deaths occur in motor vehicle accidents. So why is this the case? There are a number of reasons, including: [...]
When you or someone you love suffers physical stress or emotional trauma (posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD), those injuries can affect more than the financial well-being of you or your loved one. Physical stress or emotional trauma can be surface after observing a horrible event take place that fatally wounds or kills a loved one, or being directly involved in a traumatic event due to someone else’s bad actions or negligence. [...]
Being in an auto accident can result in many adverse challenges, including physical injury, pain and suffering, missed time and wages from work, and even emotional or mental distress. If you were the victim of an accident at the hands of a neglectful driver, you may be wondering who is left to compensate you for these challenges, which can be costly and stressful. You know that the damages to your [...]
After an auto accident, you will hear a lot of industry-specific terms; fault is one of them. While most drivers know the meaning of the term, not all understand how it is determined or why it matters. The following information explains, and it provides some important details on how an experienced auto accident attorney can help improve the outcome of your personal injury case. Fault in a Car Crash – [...]
Car crashes come in all types, severity, and sizes. However, some types of accidents are far more common than others. Learn more about the crashes most commonly experienced by drivers, including the types of injuries that one may sustain, and discover how a seasoned attorney can increase your chances of receiving full and fair compensation. Rear-End Crashes Of all the two-vehicle accidents that occur, rear-end crashes are the most common. [...]
When one purchases insurance, they believe their insurance company will cover them in the event of an accident. Unfortunately, what most people do not realize is that insurance companies routinely do all they can to reduce and deny insurance claims. In fact, a recent reporting from the L.A. Times indicates that they are now going so far as to use cell phone tower data against their consumers – and in [...]
Most people assume that severe injuries only occur in catastrophic accidents, but even minor accidents can be fatal or debilitating. In fact, victims often overlook potentially serious injuries when they are in minor accidents, and that can place them at higher risk for long-term complications. Learn more about the most commonly overlooked car accident injuries, including the potential consequences of not seeking treatment, and how to find assistance with your [...]
