According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control), teenage drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 have a fatality rate in car crashes that is nearly three times higher than that of drivers aged 20 and above.
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Electric Car Accidents: Black Box & Personal Injury Claims
You may have heard of a “black box” being used to record flight data in an airplane. This information can often prove crucially important when the plane malfunctions or accidents arise.
I Was Hit by an Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist. What Should I Do?
According to the Insurance Information Institute, 12.6 percent of motorists were uninsured in 2019. When buying car insurance, it’s important to think about the likely consequences of being hit by one of these uninsured drivers.
I Was Involved in a Hit and Run. Do I Still Have a Case?
Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatizing experience, but hopefully, whatever damage comes from it, you’re able to be compensated by the at-fault driver. But what about a hit-and-run accident? If you’ve been injured but the other driver left the scene, you may be asking, “Can I file an accident claim after a hit and run?”
Parking Lot Accidents: Who’s at Fault?
Most of us have experienced backing out of a parking space and realizing a car was right behind us or a pedestrian we didn’t see. It can cause that feeling of relief that comes with a near-miss. While you may think of highways and high speeds as places you are most likely to have an accident, parking lots are actually dangerous places.
Three Important Reasons You Should Speak With a Car Accident Attorney
Many people think they can handle the legal process on their own without an attorney. However, the aftermath of a car accident can be confusing and overbearing, which is why you may need an experienced attorney to help you navigate the difficult process following the accident and protect your rights.
Understanding “Loss of Use” Claims
According to the Texas Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Facts, there were 473,499 total passenger cars involved in traffic accidents statewide in 2022. Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a devastating experience. In Texas, individuals who lose their vehicles or personal property in a negligent accident may be entitled to seek loss-of-use damages. This will help compensate the property owner for the damages suffered during the period they're unable to use their damaged car or property.
Can an MRI Show Injuries Missed on an X-Ray?
Let’s say that you went to a hospital after your accident and the doctor ordered an X-ray to make a diagnosis. However, after receiving a diagnosis based on the results of the X-ray, you still feel discomfort or pain. This may cause you to wonder, “Did my doctor misdiagnose me?”
How Insurance Companies Evaluate the Value of a Claim
As drivers, we know we have to carry auto insurance in order to stay in compliance with state laws. In 2019, drivers spent an average of $1,070.47 per year on their car insurance, according to the Insurance Information Institute. With an expense this high, it’s only natural that you’d want to know how to maximize compensation after filing an accident claim.
Firefighter Foam Exposure Injuries
Firefighting is commonly held to be one of the most noble professions, with individuals risking their lives each day to save others from harm. However, up until recently, what was unknown about this profession was the risk firefighters were taking due to exposure to firefighting chemicals that have been shown to cause cancer.