An auto accident can lead to high medical bills, funeral costs, repair bills and other financial difficulties. Victims can financially recover from an auto accident if they seek compensation. Getting fair compensation is not always easy. One of the things that can...
Auto Accident Injuries
Pursuing compensation for reduced quality of life after a crash
A car crash can turn your life upside down. You may suffer extensive injuries that can affect your quality of life for years after the accident, and it's necessary to understand your legal rights, accordingly. If your crash was caused by another’s negligence, you may...
How can someone prove that an at-fault driver was distracted?
When discussing distracted driving, most people focus exclusively on distractions related to mobile devices. While it is true that there are many other sources of distraction that can contribute to crashes, many of them are very difficult to prove. Those affected by a...
How can a broken bone from a crash become a catastrophic injury?
Modern medicine has made it possible for people with certain potentially debilitating injuries to heal. A broken bone used to mean permanent physical consequences, but advances in trauma care mean that most people heal fully after a fracture. They may only need a few...
2 factors that slow down driver reaction times
For the experienced road user, driving may feel relatively easy. However, the truth is that driving is a complex activity that involves constant split-second decisions. Drivers need to react to hazards, and they need to do so quickly. For instance, if the car in...
3 types of trauma accident victims may face after a wreck
Beyond visible injuries, victims of car crashes often face a myriad of traumas, both physical and psychological. Trauma is essentially victims’ psychological response to the disturbing and distressing nature of a car wreck. Car wreck victims usually feel a loss of...
2 catastrophic injuries that can occur in falls and wrecks
Car crashes can lead to significant injuries. The sudden and forceful movements involved often lead to serious damage to the brain and spinal cord. The severity and location of these injuries determine their a on an individual's health and quality of life. Both...
Delayed reactions can cause unavoidable rear-end accidents
Reaction times are incredibly important on the road. They play a large role in whether or not an accident takes place. This is why delays in reaction time can have catastrophic ramifications. For example, keep in mind that passenger cars and semi-trucks have very...
What can you do if faced with driver aggression?
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines aggressive driving as "an individual committing a combination of moving traffic offenses that endangers other persons or property." When a driver's aggressive behavior becomes excessive and places...
What is a left-hand turn car crash?
Left-hand turn car crashes are a notorious and often perplexing phenomenon. These incidents can lead to significant property damage, injuries and even fatalities. As a result, understanding the causes, consequences and preventive measures associated with left-hand...