The 3 Types of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving poses a serious risk. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2,841 people were killed and approximately 400,000 people were injured due to accidents involving distracted drivers in 2018. This is the most recent year for which statistics are available. Many people immediately think of texting and driving when they think […]
Common Motorcycle Accident Causes
Motorcycle accidents are often severe because of how vulnerable motorcyclists are compared to those in cars. Motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die in an accident and five times as likely to be injured. In some cases, driver negligence causes these accidents. In other cases, it may be the fault of the motorcyclist. Outside […]
Determining Fault in a Chain Reaction Car Accident
Determining who was at fault for a collision can be complicated. In the case of multi-car or “chain reaction” car accidents, this can be even more complex. It’s important to work with an experienced personal injury attorney to help you get the compensation you deserve. Are Chain Reaction Accidents Worse? The severity of an accident […]
What Questions Do Insurance Companies Ask After an Accident?
Car accidents are traumatic, expensive, burdensome, and something we all hope to avoid. However, the average driver will experience at least three collisions in their lifetime, Some of these may not even be your fault. After an accident, your car might be destroyed or in need of repairs. It may also leave you and passengers […]
Is Eating While Driving Negligent?
Eating while driving is incredibly common. One study from ExxonMobil found that of the 1,000 drivers they surveyed, 70% admitted to eating behind the wheel on a regular basis. Any form of distracted driving, which includes eating, has the potential to cause an accident and could be evidence of negligence in a personal injury lawsuit. […]
Special vs General Damages
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, there are various types of compensation that may be relevant to your personal injury case. Except in rare instances where the court awards punitive damages, there are two broad types of damages: special and general. Both fall under the broad category of compensatory damages, which are […]
The Dangers of Slow Driving
Drivers are generally aware of the dangers of speeding. It makes sense that driving too fast would increase your chances of being in an accident. However, did you know that slow driving can also be hazardous? Although the risks may not be as obvious, driving at a much slower speed than surrounding traffic has the […]
How a Dashcam Can Impact Your Accident Case
If you are ever involved in a car accident, it’s important to collect evidence at the scene as much as possible. This includes collecting contact information for witnesses and the other driver(s) and taking photos. However, photos only capture the scene after the accident took place, and eyewitness testimony may not reliably reflect the events […]
What to Know About Rollover Accidents
Rollover accidents occur less frequently than other types of crashes, but have the potential to be more severe. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rollovers account for just 3% of total collisions, but one-third of fatal car accidents. What is a Rollover Accident? A rollover is an accident where a […]
Is Misdiagnosis Considered Malpractice?
When you seek medical treatment, you expect that the professional you see will help you get better. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Approximately 5% of adult patients are misdiagnosed in the United States, which translates to 12 million individuals each year. Misdiagnosis on its own may not constitute malpractice, but it could fall under […]