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Using Traffic Camera and Surveillance Footage in Crash Investigations
Car accidents can happen anywhere, but when they happen at intersections or in heavily trafficked areas, there may be certain evidence that can be used. Traffic cameras and surveillance footage can be considered evidence to prove what happened and who is at fault. The video footage from security cameras and onboard vehicle cameras can… Read More »
Motorcycle Accidents Caused by Defects
Motorcycle accidents are often associated with driver negligence or hazardous road conditions. However, in many cases, mechanical defects play a significant role in causing serious or even fatal accidents. When a motorcycle fails due to a defective part or poor design, the consequences can be devastating and may give rise to a product liability… Read More »
How Distracted Driving Causes Rear-End Collisions
Rear-end collisions are among the most common types of car accidents, and distracted driving is a leading cause. These crashes often happen in seconds, primarily when a driver’s attention shifts away from the road at the worst possible moment. Distracted driving is a major cause of accidents, killing more than 3,000 people each year… Read More »
How Software Updates Can Cause Car Accidents
Your computer needs software updates from time to time to operate smoothly. This may seem weird, but your car or truck does as well. Almost all modern vehicles require software to run properly. A vehicle may have more than 100 Electronic Control Units (ECUs) managing critical systems like engines, braking, and steering. Nearly every… Read More »
Common Myths About Whiplash After a Car Crash
Most people know about whiplash. It is a neck injury caused by a sudden, forceful back-and-forth movement of the head. It often happens in rear-end car accidents. Whiplash can be more serious than you think. There are varying degrees of whiplash and it can affect muscles, ligaments, nerves, and even bones. If you have… Read More »
How Can Spoliation Letters Help My Car Accident Case?
When a car accident occurs, there is a lot on your mind. Do I need medical attention? What do I tell my insurance company? How do I preserve evidence? A spoliation letter can be helpful. This type letter tells defendants that they need to save pieces of evidence from alteration or destruction. If the… Read More »
Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Vehicle Crashes
Car accidents claim tens of thousands of lives every year in the United States. Approximately 94% of the fatalities are caused by human error. This is because driving environments are unpredictable. With multiple road users using a variety of different transportation modes, things can get complex on the roadways rather quickly. So what happens… Read More »
Spinal Injuries From a Car Accident
Car accidents happen every day across the United States. These crashes tend to cause a variety of injuries. In fact, statistics show that car accidents cause approximately 869,000 spinal injuries every year. Spinal injuries can be painful and take a long time to heal. Serious injuries can even result in permanent disabilities. While not… Read More »
Dangers of Backing-Up Garbage Trucks
Garbage trucks are essential vehicles. They help clean up and gather trash from various residences in the neighborhood. However, these large trucks are not without their dangers. Garbage trucks can be dangerous, especially when they are in reverse. Backing-up garbage trucks pose significant dangers primarily due to large blind spots, the massive size and… Read More »
Delayed Concussion Symptoms: What You Need to Know
A car accident can lead to various injuries, including a concussion. A concussion is a type of brain injury caused by a shaken brain. In many cases, concussion symptoms appear right away, but in other cases, they can show up hours, days, or even weeks later. These are called delayed concussion symptoms and can… Read More »