Driving at night tends to make people more nervous than driving during the day. There's a very good reason for that, at least according to federal crash statistics analyzed by the National Safety Council (NSC). A review of collision data shows that although motorists...
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When can a car accident lead to a wrongful death lawsuit?
Car accidents happen when they are least expected. While some car crash victims are usually lucky to walk away with nothing but minor bruises, others sustain life-altering injuries. If a loved one succumbs to injuries that are attributable to a car crash, you can be...
Tips for bicycle riders to stay safer
Whether you ride your bicycle through bustling city streets or peaceful rural lanes, safety should always be your top priority. Bicycle accidents can result in severe injuries and in some cases, even fatalities. Adopting appropriate safety measures can significantly...
2 reasons your personal injury claim may be refused
A car crash can leave you hurt, shaken and disoriented. From personal injuries to property damage and lost income due to missed work, a car accident can simply turn your life upside down. If the accident was not your fault, it can be comforting to learn that you may...
6 common reasons for semitruck accidents
Trucking plays a crucial role in our economy, delivering goods across the country day in and day out. However, this industry's importance doesn't negate the fact that semitruck accidents can lead to serious, sometimes fatal, injuries. By understanding the common...
How can you know if the driver who hit you was distracted?
Determining whether the driver who hit you was distracted can be challenging, but there are several signs and evidence that can help establish distracted driving as a cause of a crash. Even if you aren’t certain about whether the driver who hit you was distracted at...
Do insurance companies really follow injury victims?
As a whole, the insurance industry isn’t particularly trusting – and maybe that’s understandable. It’s estimated that insurance fraud, whether that involves padded claims or staged car accidents, costs insurance companies $80 billion in losses every year....
Avoid these 2 medical mistakes after a car accident injures you
Those seriously harmed in a motor vehicle accident count on compensation to help them manage their injury and treatment. Under Arizona law, there are no limits on the accident damages an innocent victim can seek. While this is good for victims, remember that you must...
When is it time to hang up someone’s car keys?
There’s no denying that age takes its toll on everybody – and that means making adjustments over time. For a lot of people, one of the hardest adjustments they may have to make is putting down their car keys for good. How do you tell if it’s time? Whether you’re...
Addiction is leading to distracted driving accidents
Distractions are incredibly common, which is why they are such a big cause of car accidents every year. Drivers can be distracted if they try to eat behind the wheel, for instance, or as they try to program their GPS. Some drivers just get distracted by passengers or...