The government is always looking for ways to reduce traffic fatalities. Roughly 40,000 Americans lose their lives every year on the roads. Changes to the law, such as the introduction of speed limits or mandatory seatbelt laws, are designed to push these statistics...
Representing Injured People
Car Accidents
3 car features that may make driving dangerous
Today's cars are being equipped with every feature known to man – or at least that’s what it seems. Businesses and manufacturers are designing cars that are not only easy to drive and convenient for long distances but enjoyable. While a shiny new car may be the next...
Why do people feel safer driving than flying?
Many people will express a fear of flying. They’ll get very nervous if they have to go on a plane. Some of them may refuse to fly entirely. Most of these same people will get in the car and drive without a second thought. But it’s been proven time and time again that...
What happens in accidents where both drivers share fault?
If you have partly contributed to an accident, you may still be entitled to damages. It all depends on your degree of fault and what the laws in your jurisdiction say. If your accident occurred in Texas, here is what you know about the state contributory fault laws...
Understanding the physical impact of a car accident
When you are involved in a car accident, you may feel fine right after. Even in more serious accidents, the adrenaline that is pumping through your body can mask pain and injuries. However, what many people don’t realize is that injuries, aches, and pains can develop...
What makes intersections so dangerous?
While driving remains the most popular form of transport among Americans, there are a number of hazards associated with this activity. Numerous accidents occur each year and approximately 10,000 of these occur at intersections. What makes intersections so dangerous? ...
Trucks without loads can still be dangerous
Generally, trucks have a trailer attached to them when on the road. The most efficient way to utilize them is by ensuring they are always carrying something from one place to another. Nonetheless, there are occasions when trucks travel with nothing attached to the...
2 ways that trucking companies fail drivers and the public
You may see a few dozen semitrucks every time you get on the highway. It’s typical for these trucks to be on the highway for hours or days at a time. So if trucks are meant to be on the road for hours on end, why do these trucks fail so often? Here’s what you should...
Are trucking companies ever responsible for big-rig wrecks?
Whenever serious crashes occur, the police and even the insurance companies work to figure out which driver is to blame for the collision. Typically, one or more of the vehicle operators affected by the crash will have made a mistake or violated a traffic law right...
Trucker fatigue: Preventable cause of catastrophic crashes
Long-haul truckers provide a vital service to this nation. Without them, goods wouldn’t be able to get around as quickly as they do now. The issue with this is that some long-haul truckers push the limits regarding how long they can work. A trucker who isn’t...