If a loved one has been in a serious car crash or other type of catastrophic event, you may hear doctors use the word “polytrauma.” You may even hear them talk about “complex polytrauma.” Polytrauma is when a person suffers multiple traumatic injuries to more than...
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Motor vehicle driver behaviors that put motorcyclists at risk
Experiencing a motorcycle accident is harrowing and often life-altering, leading to future financial hardship and uncertainty. Understanding the common car driver behaviors that cause these accidents can help in raising awareness and fostering safer roads for...
How negligence is established in personal injury cases
No two personal injury cases are identical. There are, however, some legal principles that apply to all cases- and one of these is negligence. Negligence is arguably the most important aspect of any personal injury claim. For the defendant to be held liable, they...
Phantom traffic jams can cause accidents
Traffic jams often lead to rear-end accidents. Ironically, one of the top reasons for a traffic jam is that there has already been a car accident. When there is one crash, the vehicles coming up behind it have to slow down, change lanes or stop. This often leads to...
Why you need immediate medical attention after a car accident
If you are involved in a car accident, it’s crucial to seek medical help immediately, even if you lack visible injuries. It can be tempting to overlook it if you feel fine, but this can be a costly mistake. Here is why you should seek medical attention after a car...
The insurance company is not on your side
When you buy a policy, the insurance company probably wants you to believe that they are on your side. Some companies even use it as their national slogan. The insurance agent will probably be friendly and tell you how beneficial the policy is going to be for you. The...
How does inattentional blindness cause car accidents?
When someone is driving a motor vehicle, their brain is processing quite a bit of information at once. They have to consider how to operate the controls, where they’re going, what traffic is doing around them and if there are any traffic control devices. The brain is...
Can you sue if grass clippings cause your wreck?
If you’re a motorist, it can be frustrating to see a bunch of grass clippings blown into the road – especially if you’re about to drive through them in your nice, clean car. Having a sticky, sodden mess stuck to the underside or doors of your vehicle is a major...
If your insurer won’t return your call
Insurance policies offer financial protection in the event of certain kinds of losses or damages. When an insurer fails to honor the terms of a policy arrangement, particularly by engaging in bad faith practices, it can leave policyholders feeling frustrated,...
4 ways you can tell if your insurer is acting in bad faith
Insurance premiums take up a reasonable chunk of your paycheck and in return, you expect your insurance company to deliver if and when the situation arises. Unfortunately, insurers may sometimes act in bad faith, undermining their commitment to fairly handle your...