PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a psychological disorder that can occur after someone goes through a traumatic experience. The way it affects someone can differ from case to case. Some people have nightmares or flashbacks, for instance, while others deal...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
