Your immediate concern after a car wreck should be taking care of your loved ones’ health and safety. After that vital step, you should get ready to collect and record evidence should you need to take your case to court. Completing just a few simple steps after a car wreck is extremely useful if a …
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There are good reasons why many people don’t like driving at night. It’s at a time when most people prefer to be relaxing at home or sleeping. Our circadian rhythm or “body clock” programs us to feel tired and sleepy well after the sun sets. In addition, there’s no ambient lighting other than the lights …
We all hope to avoid having a car accident but the statistics indicate we will likely at least be in a fender bender at some point in our driving career. It is best to know what to do when you find yourself in that situation. Last week we discussed the things you shouldn’t do after …
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When you’re involved in an auto accident, the moments after the incident are overwhelming. Often, drivers are in a state of shock, and have a hard time remembering what to do. First and foremost, call the police and get medical attention for those involved. Then, when exchanging information, a car accident lawyer reminds the importance …
We have all heard the stories, watched news stories, and seen the commercials about putting our cell phones away to avoid driver distraction. Our main goal in the car should be to get to wherever we are going. However, when someone hears their text notification or the buzz of their phone, even some of the …
Any car accident is troubling, but sometimes it is downright life changing. If you or someone you love suffers injuries in a car accident, your first thoughts always revolve around their health and well-being. Often, treatment involves multiple doctor visits, hospital stays, and surgeries. Your focus is on their recovery, not compensation. While this is …
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You’ve probably heard reports in the media about the dangers about texting and driving. You never thought you’d be injured because of the danger, but you or someone you care about has been, and a personal injury law firm might be able to help. Here are some things you need to know about car accidents …
Knowing whether or not to hire a car accident lawyer after being involved in an accident can be difficult. Not every accident will require legal assistance. Certain situations will make it imperative that you seek legal counsel as soon as possible after your accident. Here is a quick overview of how you will know if …
Motor vehicle accidents involving injuries or death are sadly fairly common occurrences across the United States, and these incidents seem random and unrelated. However, certain types of accidents are more prevalent in some states than others due to particular dangerous driving habits. Most Dangerous Driving Habits in South Carolina Driving While Tired Typically, crashes caused …
Sudden deceleration is a common reason for injury in many traffic accidents. It is perhaps most prevalent in head-on collisions, but rapid deceleration occurs in many other types of car wrecks as well. This is one reason why traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs in certain car crashes. In the initial collision between two vehicles, or …
