Many car accidents happen because of distracted driving. It delays people’s reactions, leads to avoidable mistakes and presents a danger similar to drunk driving. With that in mind, it is important to think about the different types of distractions that the Centers...
Truck accidents often involve complex questions about how the collision occurred and whether safety regulations were followed. While photographs, witness statements and physical evidence are important, electronic data recorded by the truck can also provide valuable...
When a smaller vehicle travels under the rear or side of a large truck in traffic, it is called an underride crash. These collisions can cause catastrophic harm because the point of impact provides little vehicle protection. It’s important to understand how underride...
People who suffer injuries in motor vehicle crashes or many other accidents will often discover that their injury is affecting many areas of life. Serious injuries can lead to expenses and losses that extend far beyond the first hospital bill. Emergency care, surgery,...
Distracted driving is a constant safety concern in traffic. Most people who pay attention notice at least a few motorists every day who have their phones in their hands or their faces pointed down into their laps while actively driving. Distracted drivers may fail to...
Workers’ compensation claims are the simplest when they involve on-the-job injuries. However, benefits are also available in cases involving work-acquired illnesses and cumulative trauma. Any debilitating medical condition directly caused or exacerbated by job tasks...
Motorcyclists usually enjoy the thrill of the open road. They aren’t confined by an enclosed vehicle, so they get to feel the breeze. While this is often a freeing experience for the motorcyclist, it comes with a significant risk because they don’t have the frame of...
The aftermath of a crash can be overwhelming. You’re trying to figure out how serious your injuries really are, whether your car needs to be repaired or replaced, how you’re supposed to get back to work and what all of this is going to cost. It’s a lot to process at...
It is important for drivers in Richmond to be aware of the danger they face every time they get behind the wheel. After all, some studies have ranked Kentucky sixth in the nation when it comes to dangerous roads. The only states with more dangerous roads are...
A jackknife accident is a terrifying experience that often leaves victims with life-altering injuries and deep emotional trauma. You may be facing a long recovery while dealing with the stress of mounting medical expenses and time away from work. During this...