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
October 15, 2021 By
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 […]
Essential Questions to Ask in an Auto Accident Consultation
September 15, 2021 By
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
August 30, 2021 By
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 Type of Evidence is Used in a Car Accident Case?
July 30, 2021 By
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 […]
What Happens If Someone Has a Medical Emergency While Driving?
July 15, 2021 By
In some of the scariest circumstances, a motorist may have a medical emergency while operating a motor vehicle. Certain medical emergencies can incapacitate the driver to the degree that they are unable to maintain the vehicle. A serious accident may result. Some of the medical emergencies most commonly seen in these cases are: Loss of […]
Is the Driver Behind You Always At Fault for a Rear-End Accident?
June 30, 2021 By
If you have been involved in a rear-end collision, you may be wondering if you are at fault or the other motorist. Whether you were the person in the front vehicle or the vehicle following, these cases are not always obvious when it comes to which driver is at fault. If you have any reason […]
What are the Top Causes of Car Accidents Right Now?
May 30, 2021 By
It’s springtime in 2021, and the primary causes of car accidents remain more or less the same in America. Some of the top causes of crashes are: Distracted driving Speeding Drunk driving Reckless driving Running red lights Running stop signs Inclement weather Bad road conditions Obstructed roadways Inexperienced motorists When an accident is caused by […]
Overview of Speeding and Car Accidents
May 15, 2021 By
Speeding remains one of the top causes of motor vehicle accidents in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding caused nearly 9,400 fatalities in 2018. That’s nearly triple the deaths caused by distracted driving that same year. Speeding makes all aspects of driving more hazardous. The faster you go, the […]
