Pedestrian accidents are a very real possibility, as there are 7,000 pedestrian deaths and approximately 104,000 emergency room visits with non-fatal injuries from pedestrian accidents. A pedestrian car accident can cause devastating injuries that can cause lifelong consequences. It’s essential to seek medical attention and secure legal representation immediately after a pedestrian accident. Here’s how you...
After a car accident, you first want to ensure that you and your passengers are okay. Your health and well-being should be your top priority. Once you’re safe and home, you may need help figuring out what the next steps are. Should you call the insurance company right away? What information should you even provide...
In the United States, motorcycles make up only 3 percent of all registered vehicles and a mere 0.6 percent of total miles traveled. However, motorcyclists account for 14 percent of all traffic fatalities, 18 percent of occupant fatalities, and 4 percent of all occupant injuries. Even non-fatal motorcycle accidents can prove costly to the victims...
A car accident can be the most traumatic event that most people will ever experience. Though each incident differs, a few types of injuries are most likely to occur. Knowing a little about these car accident injuries could save your life. Additionally, the knowledge could also help you realize how important it is to receive...
Pandemic-induced changes have become the “new normal,” but some are very positive. For instance, statistics reveal that bike riding has increased by about 12% in 2020. There are many reasons why more people are riding bikes. From saving the environment to staying healthy, the list goes on. What’s important to note, though, is that those...
Did you know that in 2019, 84,000 people were injured in motorcycle accidents? As a motorcyclist, it’s imperative that you take all proper precautions and drive cautiously while riding your bike. However, accidents can happen through no fault of your own. When you’re involved in a road traffic accident, it can leave you feeling shocked and...
No one expects to sustain life-altering injuries in a car accident. After all, driving is something many of us have done every single day for years, if not decades. Unfortunately, an estimated 2 million drivers will sustain permanent injuries each year. Many of these drivers are the victim of someone else’s negligent behavior. If you...
According to the Bureau of Transportation, about 7 million car accidents occur every year in the United States. Perhaps more surprisingly, each driver is likely to be involved in at least four accidents in a lifetime. As you can see from these statistics, car and truck accidents happen frequently. Injuries from accidents are common occurrences...
Did you know that over four thousand people died in 2020 from large truck accidents? Although large trucks are a popular mode of transportation for manufactured foods and services, you can still suffer after a truck accident. Have you gotten into a truck accident, and do not know what steps to take? Here are some...
Getting into an accident with a large truck can be devastating for you and your family. Trucks can be massive and their drivers may not always pay attention to what’s in front of them. When you get hit by a large truck, you will most likely sustain serious injuries. For you to get compensation for your...