After you’re involved in a crash with another person, your next step will be to make a personal injury claim against their insurance. Making a claim against their insurance is known as a third-party claim, because you’re the third party involved next to the driver and...

If you’ve been involved in a serious collision, the last thing you want to have to worry about is an insurance company trying to lowball you. You’ve been through significant pain and suffering, so offering you a low settlement is like adding salt to the wound....

You were in a bad accident and the other party was clearly at fault. You’re hurting, you're frustrated and you need to vent. Like everyone else, social media is your primary outlet for sharing your experiences and feelings with others. This is not, however, a good...

Checking yourself and the passengers in your vehicle for injury is often the first thing you do after a major crash. Making sure everyone is awake and able to walk may be your first concern. You might also check for signs of bleeding, bruising or broken bones....

In the immediate aftermath of a motor vehicle accident (or any other type), it’s important that you turn the majority of your attention toward your health and well-being. However, as the days go by, you’ll slowly begin to realize that there are other things you should...

For many people, a broken bone from a major car crash can be a painful reminder of the incident. However, when compared with spinal cord injuries, internal bleeding or brain injuries, a broken leg may not seem like the worst possible outcome. You might think that you...

The sudden and tragic loss of a loved one can throw anyone into a tailspin. Not only do you have to deal with the emotional challenges of the situation, you also have to try to figure out what to do about their final arrangements. The financial stress can often make...