After a car accident, it’s natural to feel relief if you walk away with no obvious injuries. And with the chaos that follows, you probably feel there’s no need to spend your time seeking medical treatment. However, many injuries caused by car accidents do not appear...
Underride accidents are likely to cause serious injuries
Size differences can play a major role in a car accident. When one vehicle is very large, such as a semi-truck, it can sometimes trap other vehicles underneath it during a collision. This is referred to as an underride accident. For example, say that a small passenger...
Do passengers make drivers more dangerous?
Most drivers carry passengers at some point, be it their family, friends or just their faithful canine companion. Doing so can be beneficial. A driver who has someone to chat to may be less likely to fall asleep at the wheel. A driver with a tendency to lose their...
Common motorcycle injuries and their long-term effects
Motorcyclists love the open road. Some of the views along the Pacific Coast Highway are the finest in the world. Along with the freedom of riding a motorcycle also comes risk, and, indeed, motorcycle accidents are often far more serious than car crashes. Even riders...
Tips for jogging safely around cars
Pedestrian accidents are common and can have devastating consequences. Many people who run or jog for exercise expose themselves to a certain amount of risk every time they run near the street. Fortunately, there are steps runners can take to increase their safety and...
Insurance often isn’t enough after a deadly crash
After a fatal car crash, families are left struggling with both practical and personal losses. The grief that accompanies a premature death can be difficult to manage. Families must redistribute the work around the home previously managed by the person who died. They...
First legal steps to take as a semi-truck accident victim
Semi truck accidents often result in severe injuries and complex claims due to the size of commercial vehicles and the regulations that govern them. Victims may face physical, emotional and financial challenges shortly after the incident. Understanding the next step...
The increased risk pedestrians face in parking lots
Many pedestrian crashes occur at unmarked crossing locations. Safety experts generally recommend crossing the road at crosswalks and other marked locations to ensure that drivers notice pedestrians. Parking lots are a shared space where people and vehicles are in...
What can drivers do to avoid semi-truck collisions?
Semi-truck collisions can be devastating incidents. The drastic size difference between passenger vehicles and semi-trucks can lead to overwhelming damage to the smaller vehicle and potentially deadly injuries for its occupants. According to the Federal Motor Carrier...
Why do drivers fail to notice nearby motorcycles?
Certain styles of motorcycles are relatively large and loud. Some riders even modify their motorcycles to make them noisier. Although motorcycles are often eye-catching, drivers who hit motorcycle riders might claim that they didn't see the motorcycle. While that may...