Recent Blog Posts
When 18-Wheelers Overturn
Accidents involving 18-wheelers and other large vehicles can be disastrous. There are so many elements involved, making injuries and fatalities common. A recent crash in Texas caused an 18-wheeler to overturn. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries or fatalities. Emergency crews responded to the crash, which occurred on Interstate 20 near mile marker 560… Read More »
Tire Tread Separation Failure and Accidents
Many of us worry about the reliability of our vehicles. Will I get to work safely? Will my engine light come on? Will my brakes fail? Will I experience a tire blowout? A car is made up of thousands of parts, any of which can malfunction at any time. A tire malfunction can be… Read More »
What to Know About Drug-Impaired Driving
There has been a lot of media attention surrounding drunk driving and how people should not drive after having an alcoholic beverage. But what about consumption of marijuana and other drugs? How does that affect driving? Drugged driving is illegal. Driving impaired by legal or illegal drugs is against the law in all 50… Read More »
What Happens When a Permit Driver Causes a Crash?
It can be an embarrassing situation for a young driver to get into a car accident. It can be even more embarrassing when the driver does not even have their license yet but just a permit. This can be a frustrating situation for the responsible adult who is supposed to be riding along. This… Read More »
Internal Organ Damage from Car Accident
Car accidents can result in a variety of injuries. Internal organ damage is one of the most serious and dangerous injuries that can result from a car accident. Unlike cuts or broken bones, internal injuries are not always immediately visible, which can delay diagnosis and treatment. Even crashes that appear minor can generate enough… Read More »
I Crashed a Rental Car. Am I Covered?
If you crash a rental car, you may assume you have insurance coverage to cover the damages, but this is not always the case. Whether you are covered depends on what insurance you have and how the rental was paid for. There is no one-size-fits-all answer, and many drivers are surprised to learn that… Read More »
Why Truck Accidents Are More Severe Than Car Crashes
When you are driving on the roadway, anything can happen. A car accident can happen at any time. While any vehicle collision can cause serious injuries, accidents involving commercial trucks, especially 18-wheelers, tend to result in catastrophic outcomes due to several critical factors. Here is a closer look at why commercial trucks cause more… Read More »
How Alcohol and Drugs Increase Red Light Accidents
While driving under the influence is illegal, many drivers feel that they are safe after having a drink or using drugs. Is this really true? How do they really perform while behind the wheel? One study looked at drinking and driving behavior at stop signs and red lights. It examined how alcohol consumption and… Read More »
Why “Minor” Crashes Can Still Cause Major Injuries
Many people assume that if a car accident causes only slight vehicle damage, the victims must also be fine. Insurance companies often rely on this assumption to downplay claims. However, the reality is very different. Even a low-speed collision that appears harmless can cause injuries that are painful, disruptive, and sometimes long-lasting. Some of… Read More »
Microsleep Crashes: A Growing Legal Issue
Have you ever fallen asleep briefly while driving? You might have and not even know it. This is called microsleep and it involves falling asleep for just a few seconds. It often happens when a person is extremely fatigued but is trying to stay awake. Even though this is a short period of time,… Read More »