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The mental state of a driver influences their safety in traffic. Angry drivers may experience lapses in judgment that lead to road rage incidents. Drivers distracted by their mobile phones or a meal eaten on the way to a client meeting may not properly monitor their...
A driver’s arrest after a crash often – very understandably – raises questions for injury victims who want to understand their legal options. Many people assume that if an at-fault driver already faces criminal charges, a civil case cannot or should not be filed. In...
Cyclists have the right to share the road with other vehicles. They should travel on the same side of the road as motor vehicles and must obey all of the same lights and signs. Unfortunately, people in motor vehicles are not always considerate about the need to share...
Many of the most significant risk factors for pedestrian collisions relate to human behavior. Intoxication on the part of a driver or pedestrian may increase the likelihood of a collision. Crossing busy roads at unsafe locations or failing to monitor surroundings are...
Right after someone’s negligence causes your car accident injuries, your phone will soon ring. One of the first calls usually comes from the at-fault party’s insurance adjuster. Understand that this person does not work for you, and their job is to protect the...
People with significant car crash injuries often need immediate assistance. Major fractures, spinal cord injuries and other traumatic injuries can leave people in need of emergency medical care. There are also certain injuries that people may struggle to diagnose and...
NHTSA recall notices are issued when a vehicle or vehicle component has a defect that poses a risk to safety. These recalls may involve anything from faulty airbags and seat belts to engine components and braking systems. When a defect is found to contribute to an...
A car accident can lead to serious injuries and a long list of emotions and tasks. Still, gathering and preserving evidence can be extremely helpful for your recovery. It can support future legal actions and potentially help you secure compensation for your injuries....
Most people involved in car crashes want to minimize the inconvenience involved. They hope to repair their cars quickly and move on with their lives after filing an insurance claim. However, vehicle damage isn't the only potential consequence of a car crash....
Motor vehicle collisions often occur due to mistakes made by individual drivers. Sometimes, factors such as vehicle maintenance, faulty components or questionable road design contribute to crash risk. However, most car crashes are the result of drivers doing things...