The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently released estimates for fatal accidents that took place in the first three months of 2021. This first quarter of 2021 has a higher estimated number of traffic fatalities than the same time period in 2020. Here are the estimates: 8,730 people died in motor vehicle accidents in the […]
Back and Neck Injuries after a Car Accident
Motor vehicle accidents can easily cause injuries to your neck and back. If the spinal column is injured, then debilitation can be lasting and life-altering. If the crash was caused by someone else’s negligence, then you may be able to file a personal injury claim to pursue compensation. A victim of a severe spine injury […]
Common Vehicle Defects That Cause Motor Vehicle Accidents
When you think of a car accident lawsuit, you may imagine the only eligible claims are against drunk drivers, texting drivers, and the like. But did you know that some car accident claims are brought against the manufacturers or other parties responsible for defective vehicle parts? Any component of a motor vehicle could be defective […]
Is My Car Accident Injury Serious Enough for a Lawsuit?
If you were recently injured in a motor vehicle accident and wondering if you can pursue compensation with the help of an attorney, you should know that a consultation is the only way to know for sure. Every circumstance is unique. If you were seriously injured and believe the crash was fully or partially someone […]
Essential Questions to Ask in an Auto Accident Consultation
If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, your first concern should be getting the medical care you need. Catastrophic physical injuries can have lifelong implications, and it’s important to get on the road to recovery as soon as possible. Once your medical needs have been addressed, it’s usually a good idea to contact an […]
Common Car Accident Injuries and Treatments
Car accidents occur every minute of every day in America. Roughly 38,000 people are tragically killed in crashes in the U.S. each year, and several million more people are injured seriously enough to require a hospital visit. Injuries range widely from minor to catastrophic. Some of the most common injuries include: Brain and head injuries […]
What Road Hazards May Lead to Accidents?
Most motor vehicle accidents are caused by human error. Distraction, intoxication, recklessness – these are all instances of human error that cause crashes every day in America. But sometimes, it is the roadway itself or an obstacle on the roadway that contributes to the accident. That is one of the many reasons it is so […]
What Type of Evidence is Used in a Car Accident Case?
Getting in a motor vehicle accident is a scary, harrowing event. No one expects to get in a crash, even though hundreds of people across the country get in these accidents daily. When you contact an experienced accident attorney to handle your case, they will work to gather evidence to build the case. Examples of […]
Why is Drowsy Driving So Bad?
Driving while you are tired increases your risk of a motor vehicle accident. Oftentimes these accidents are single-vehicle crashes, but they may involve other vehicles on the road. They most often occur between the hours of 6 a.m. and midnight, as well as in the afternoon, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Our […]