Motor vehicle crashes continue to be the leading cause of death for teenagers in our country. Sadly, 2,333 teens between the ages of 16 and 19 died in car crashes in 2015, and 221,313 teens needed medical treatment for the injuries they suffered in collisions, according to the latest teen fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This…
Following a car crash, everyone involved is usually pretty shaken up. This is especially true if children are involved. From the sounds of screeching tires and breaking glass to the bright lights and sounds of sirens, a crash can be very traumatic to children, even if they are not injured. However, injuries present a whole other list of issues such…
When car accidents occur, glass from the windshield and windows can shatter, metal shrapnel from defective airbags can be catapulted, and other objects inside and outside of the car can fly through the air. When any of these things happen in a crash, it is usually done quickly and forcibly—resulting in very serious injuries for drivers, passengers, and even pedestrians.…
In 2015, there was an 8.3% increase in motorcycle fatalities from 4,594 in 2014 to 4,976 in 2015, according to the most recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Sadly, this number is of great concern, which is why it is important to remind all motorists to be on the lookout for not only the loud cruisers and sport…
Now that summer is here, many people are heading out on road trip vacations, traveling across the state or into another state. Because of this, roads and interstates are busier during this time of the year, increasing the risk of a crash. Although no one expects to crash while on vacation, if it happens, it is critical that you find…
As you walk through your front door after work, your cell phone rings. You are surprised to see it is your husband, who is supposed to be home with the children. You answer it and immediately know something is wrong. Your husband is at the hospital and your little girl is in surgery. On his way home after picking up…
Summertime is known as road trip season, as people often take their vacation during the summer months when the weather is warm and kids are out of school. Unfortunately, this can also become disaster season if you fail to properly prepare before hitting the open road. Whether you are cruising down a scenic road or driving straight down an interstate…
If you get into an accident with a large commercial truck, pursuing a personal injury claim will proceed in a manner similar to that of a typical car accident; however, when large trucking companies are involved, it is important to know what to expect when dealing with them. Big trucking companies have big teams. In fact, within hours of the…
Since motorcycles are small vehicles that lack the protection that cars offer, motorcycle accidents are more likely to result in injuries and deaths than other types of collisions. According to the latest statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) cited by the Insurance Information Institute, per mile driven in 2015, there were 29 times more deaths from motorcycle crashes…
The dangers of drinking alcohol or taking drugs before driving is usually a message geared towards younger drivers, but the reality is that many elderly drivers are guilty of driving under the influence of substances and need to be reminded of the dangers of impaired driving. This is because many seniors take multiple medications for their ailments and chronic health conditions.…