Auto Accidents
The Financial Impact of Traumatic Amputation Injuries
After a car accident, you will suffer substantial losses like lost wages, medical expenses, and property damage. However, there are losses car accident victims suffer that are often overlooked or under considered. When you file a personal injury claim, every loss you suffer is part of your claim, no matter how big or small you…
Read MoreMotorcycle Accidents: The Dangers with Other Vehicles
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating and life-changing events. They can result in serious injuries, property damage, and even death. Despite these risks and more, many people continue to enjoy the freedom and exhilaration of riding motorcycles. With proper safety gear and caution on the road, riders can enjoy the many benefits of motorcycling while maintaining…
Read MoreWhat Questions Will I Be Asked in My Car Accident Deposition?
If you are involved in a car accident litigation, you will likely be called upon to participate in a deposition. This may be your first experience dealing with a lawsuit, and not knowing what to expect can make an already unfamiliar process seem intimidating and even nerve-wracking. Read on to learn what the process of…
Read MoreFlying Water Bottles and Sliding Floor Mats: How Unsecured Property Can Cause Harm in a Crash
Car accidents are extremely common. While not all collisions are fatal, a considerable number result in medical injuries for one or more parties. For those who are involved in a car accident, there are many factors that can increase the odds of becoming injured. Some of these are well-known to most of us: where you’re…
Read MoreAmerican Pickup Trucks in 2023: Bigger, Heavier, Deadlier
Back in 2021, we covered a topic we believe deserved more conversation: the lethality of today’s SUVs. As the number of pedestrian crash deaths in the US steadily rises each year, it is becoming increasingly obvious that there is a correlation between car size and lethality. A variety of studies have proven this link, with…
Read MoreDoes Apple’s Crash Detection Technology Work?
Each year, Apple releases a new phone and technology that is supposed to be better than anything on the market. Their key feature this year is crash detection on the Apple Watch and iPhone 14, which is said to detect when you are in a car accident and call emergency services within seconds. There is…
Read MoreElectric Cars Are More Dangerous Than Traditional Vehicles
Electric cars are meant to benefit drivers by saving money and energy. However, new studies show that electric vehicles are more dangerous than conventional cars. EVs have an increased weight, which causes more severe injuries to occupants in traditional vehicles. Pedestrians, motorcyclists, and cyclists are also at risk of serious injury if they are involved…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Lane Departure Accidents
We have all been there. You’re driving late at night and the car in front of you keeps drifting into your lane. You use the horn, drive by, and give the other driver a dirty look. That is the best-case scenario for a lane or roadway departure incident. Quite often the inadvertent drifting results in…
Read MoreHow Do Medical Bills Get Paid in a Car Accident Case?
Managing medical bills after a car crash can be overwhelming and confusing. Most car accident cases involving injuries are settled by the insurance companies, but some may need to go to court. It is wise to seek the advice of a Maryland auto accident attorney to help guide you during the legal process. Most people…
Read MoreShould Cars Come Equipped with Driver Medical Monitoring Systems?
A National Highway Traffic Safety (NHTSA) study asserted that 20% of car crashes due to driver reported medical emergencies were caused by diabetic events and 11% were due to heart attacks. These types of car crashes occur because a driver lost control of their car due to an incapacitating medical issue. In an effort to…
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