Motorcycle collisions have the potential to cause a variety of severe injuries. People break bones, injure their brains and develop extensive road rash. Riders are also at risk of degloving injuries. Degloving injuries separate the skin or dermis from the tissue...
Insurance companies have an incentive to minimize how much they pay when people file claims. The less they pay out, the larger the organization’s profit margins. The desire for profit directly conflicts with the contractual obligation to pay valid claims. As such,...
For those who have suffered injuries in car accidents, it is very natural to think about short-term needs for compensation. But this may only be a small part of the overall picture. It is also critical to look at the long-term costs. After all, only by looking at both...
If you get involved in a car accident, it can be useful to take photographs at the scene of the crash. You should naturally seek medical attention for anyone who has been injured and contact the authorities to report the crash first. But taking pictures, if you can do...
Sidewalks help to make a community walkable. Having access to sidewalks protects pedestrians from dangerous scenarios in which they may need to share the road with motor vehicles. Unfortunately, sidewalks are not always as safe as pedestrians might hope. Ice, snow and...
If you have young children, then it’s likely you spend considerable time driving with them in your car. It’s also likely that their safety and well being is one of your biggest priorities in life. Unfortunately, being in the car is one of the times when they are most...
Last July, Washington’s “Shared Streets Law” took effect. Just what is it, and what does it mean for residents and visitors? The idea behind the law is to create areas throughout the state that motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians can all use simultaneously and...
Discovering that your insurance company is not handling your claim fairly can be frustrating and stressful. Insurance policies are meant to provide protection and peace of mind during difficult moments, not add more uncertainty. Understanding how to respond is...
Drivers who aren’t giving their full attention to their driving duties are a significant risk to everyone on the roadways. Many people don’t think that they’ll become a hazard because they assume that they’re able to multitask. It’s critical that all drivers...
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs is one of the most dangerous behaviors. However, some people do it. So, why would someone get behind the wheel after drinking when they are aware of the dangers of doing so? Here are two factors that...
