Most car accidents are caused by driver error, including speeding, tailgating, distracted driving, or other reckless driving behaviors. A failure to yield to the right-of-way can also result in a potentially serious car accident. All licensed drivers are expected to understand and follow the rules of the road, including when to yield. You may be entitled…

Thanks to advances in safety technology, today’s motor vehicles are safer than ever. However, car accidents continue to occur despite these advances due to various factors, including driver negligence, defective car parts, or hazardous road conditions. Depending on the severity of the accident, a car accident victim can suffer injuries ranging from severe lacerations and…

Car accidents can happen at any time when you least expect it, and while you can make every effort to make safety a priority and follow the rules of the road, you cannot control the way other motorists drive. The more motorists there are on the road, the more likely it is that another driver…

Car accidents can cause a range of injuries, from minor cuts and scrapes to broken bones, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and even tragic fatalities. Shoulder injuries are one of the most common types of car accident-related injuries because the shoulder is particularly prone to trauma during a crash. Even minor aches can be a symptom…

Car accidents cause a range of injuries, from minor scrapes and bruises to broken bones, organ damage, and even death. Back injuries are common accident injuries that often require extensive medical attention and ongoing rehabilitation. The costs associated with this type of injury can start to accumulate very quickly. The average settlement for a back…

Wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest and most effective things you can do to prevent severe injuries and fatalities in the event of a car accident. However, the very thing meant to protect you and the other passengers in the vehicle can also cause injuries due to the restraining force exerted by…

If you suffered a severe injury in a car accident, you may be entitled to financial compensation. Most personal injury cases are settled outside of the courtroom, so it is highly unlikely that your case will go before a judge. However, if you and the other party cannot reach a settlement agreement, your case may…

Today’s vehicles are often equipped with a range of advanced safety technology, including forward collision warning, blind spot detection, and lane departure warning. Many cars also have backup cameras and provide an audible alert if another vehicle, a cyclist, or a pedestrian is approaching while you are in the process of backing up. Despite these…

If you are the parent of a newly licensed teen driver, you know how unsettling it can be that they leave the house with the car keys in hand. Even the most responsible teen driver lacks the experience to react to unexpected hazards like inclement weather conditions or other motorists who are speeding or driving…