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...
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...
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...
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...
When pets attack other people, they could cause real damage. Even though people like to think of their dogs and other animals as friendly and gentle, it’s a reality that some pets are unpredictable. Even the best and most well-trained dog can snap or bite under...
More automakers are selling cars with increasingly sophisticated systems controlling speed, steering and braking. However, safety advocates warn that too many drivers are becoming over-reliant on this technology. A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway...
Because car accidents happen at an almost alarming rate in California, you may not be able to avoid one forever. If you sustain a serious injury in a collision, though, you may be able to pursue financial compensation from the driver who caused the crash. To boost...
Risk management involves learning about what puts you in danger and adjusting your behavior accordingly. Some small changes in your driving habits, for example, could help you significantly reduce your risk of getting into a crash. Avoiding highways is a common...
The car accident happens without warning. It’s not your fault. You’re just driving through an intersection, watching the road ahead of you, passing under a green light. But someone else is looking down at their phone, they run the red light, and they hit the passenger...
Motor vehicle accidents are a major cause of traumatic brain injury and even low speed, rear-end collisions are contributors. You may recover within weeks from a concussion, a minor form of TBI. More serious brain damage requires rehabilitation, but diligent effort...
