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Category Archives: Motor Vehicle Accidents
What trucking safety regulations will affect your case
The trucking industry is subject to federal and state laws for safety reasons. Given the size and weight of trucks compared to standard vehicles, accidents can result in catastrophic injuries, which is why drivers and trucking companies are required to adhere to these regulations. If…
Are you at risk of PTSD after a crash?
The injuries caused by a vehicle crash can be more than physical. Almost 40% of people who survive a crash develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). In fact, they’re the leading cause of PTSD. Whether a person…
How common are comas after car crashes?
Comas are a medical condition where a patient is in a prolonged state of unconsciousness. They can be caused by traumatic injuries, a stroke or other brain injuries. This is a medical emergency because action has to be taken to reduce swelling and improve circulation…
3 safety tips when sharing the road with large trucks
Trucks and larger commercial vehicles can be a formidable presence on the road. Generally, all other road users will be operating significantly smaller means of transportation. As a result, a collision with a truck can have catastrophic consequences. However, there are steps that road users…
Signs of a TBI after a car crash
A car crash can lead to a traumatic brain injury, or a TBI, that could alter the entire course of your life. A severe TBI can cause you to lose physical skills, undergo personality changes and much more. It’s important to get proper medical care…
Eating behind the wheel is a kind of distraction, too
Any kind of auto accident can result in a serious injury. No one expects to get into a crash, but the reality is that they can happen easily. All it takes is one person making a mistake, and many lives could be affected. One of…
How long do you have to file a car wreck claim in New Mexico?
Depending on the severity, a motor vehicle accident can impact your life in multiple ways. You may need to take time off work to seek treatment or fix or replace your vehicle. Worse still, a motor vehicle accident can leave you permanently disabled. If you…
Do you know the most dangerous days for drunk driving crashes?
The risks related to driving change at different times of day and days of the week. Even seasons throughout the year have different risks. The weather and people’s behavior change, causing unique safety concerns. When it comes to drunk driving, some of the more serious…
Lending someone your car? You could be on the hook for a wreck
Maybe it’s your brother asking and he is really in a bad spot. Perhaps your best friend needs a favor. But you’re still a bit hesitant about loaning your car to anyone. The person asking to borrow your vehicle reminds you that they have a…
Does your car’s age affect your safety on the road?
Some people believe that older cars are more reliable, and thus, are better options than the newer ones that are on the roads today. What they might not realize is that older cars are associated with more fatalities than newer cars, according to data from…
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