Individuals can reap major health benefits if they opt to bicycle around their communities. If you’re planning on taking advantage of this opportunity, be sure you prepare for your ride. There are several considerations to mull over before you leave home on your...
Personal Injury
Who pays when a worker on the clock causes a crash?
Employees in a variety of different jobs operate vehicles as part of their work. For some people, driving is a key aspect of their daily duties. Those who operate semi-trucks, as well as delivery drivers and many others, have to drive every day for work. They may use...
3 reasons people overlook the warning signs of a crash injury
For many people, their first response after a car crash is to physically check themselves and other people for signs of injuries. They then relay their findings to whoever answers the phone when they call for police assistance or emergency services. Ideally, those who...
3 kinds of injuries that fall under the premises liability umbrella
When people purchase homeowner's insurance policies, a big portion of the coverage that they pay for is premises liability potential. If a delivery worker trips on the way down the front stairs, their homeowner's insurance policy could help protect them from...
Facial injuries in auto crashes could change your life
If you get into a car crash and suffer serious injuries to your face, your life could be changed significantly. You may have to go through surgery to repair broken bones or to help graft skin onto areas where it’s missing. You may have burns or deep lacerations that...
A car crash could lead to blindness
If you are involved in a serious collision, one of the things that could occur is that you could have your brain or eyes injured. When that happens, there is a potential that you could temporarily or permanently lose your sight or have it altered. There are two main...
3 surprising financial consequences of a broken bone from a crash
Certain injuries will seem more serious than others after a car crash. A brain injury or spinal cord injury might lead to devastating, permanent consequences. Compared with the loss of motor function from a spinal cord injury, a broken leg or arm may not seem like a...
Why should you see a doctor after a crash?
After a crash, recovery may involve many different tasks. You will need to contact the authorities, make an insurance claim, call a mechanic to assess the damage and more. With so much to do, you may be tempted to brush off minor aches and pains, but skipping a...
Will California lead the country in pedestrian fatalities?
In any type of motor vehicle collision, a pedestrian will suffer the most catastrophic injuries of those involved. Even a low-speed impact with a smaller passenger vehicle can lead to broken bones, head trauma and internal injuries if the pedestrian falls to the...
3 reasons why families choose to file wrongful death lawsuits
Any loss is tragic, but the unexpected death of a family member in a car crash or similar incident can devastate a family. Those dealing with a sudden loss have grief, financial concerns and social obligations to consider. Not only do they have to worry about taking...