It is devastating to be involved when there is a death in a crash, but these kind of accidents happen every day. Crashes involving small passenger vehicles, pedestrians, motorcyclists and bicyclists are more likely to result in deaths than those in semi-truck and large commercial vehicles. However, anyone can be killed in a crash. If you are in a crash, immediately take notes of what … [Read more...]
Children: Potentially At Risk In Winter
Children are some of the most at-risk individuals during winter. They love being outside, but with outdoor activities comes danger. While parents generally put their children's needs first, that is not always the case when children are with others. For instance, a child in school should be monitored. If they are on the playground, it's important for someone to watch to make sure they do … [Read more...]
Three Tips To Avoid Car Crashes
Over the last several decades, the overall trend has been for car accidents resulting in fatalities to reduce yearly. However, between 2015 and 2016, the number of deaths caused by crashes suddenly increased from 22,741 in passenger vehicles to 23,793. Car occupants are the most likely to be involved in a fatal crash, making it extremely important for drivers to be cautious on the … [Read more...]
Z – Road Defects Could Lead To A Serious Crash
Getting hurt on the road isn't anyone's idea of a good day, but it's bound to happen to many each day. One of the problems you could run into is a damaged or faulty road. For instance, if you reported deepening potholes on the highway on the way to your workplace and never saw them repaired before your crash, the authorities in charge of maintaining the roads could be held accountable … [Read more...]
Should You Purchase U/UIM Insurance Coverage?
Imagine you are in a motor vehicle accident. You are working through a recovery, have a damaged vehicle and need to replace your lost wages. Upon contacting the insurance provider to make a claim for your losses, you discover the driver who struck you is uninsured or underinsured. Later, you realize the other driver is unable to reimburse you the settlement amount you want to … [Read more...]
What Are The Most Dangerous Types Of Car Crashes?
As someone who has been in a car crash, one thought you may have had is how serious your crash could have been. Not all crashes are the same. After all, there are so many factors involved. Things like wearing a seat belt, getting hit in the front instead of the back, and speed all play a role in how serious a collision is. A few types of crashes are more dangerous and likely to cause … [Read more...]
