If you sustain injuries after a car crash, your medical bills will begin to pile up, and they can quickly become overwhelming. This is especially true if you have to visit an acute care hospital. During this time, financial worries are at the front of your mind. While...
You need to sit when driving a vehicle. Unfortunately, this position leaves your legs exposed should an accident occur. Your knees will be in close proximity to the dashboard and steering wheel, which can be pushed into your legs during a collision. Knee injuries,...
Riding a bike allows you to get where you need to go while staying fit. But cycling has its hazards, too. In 2020, about 932 cyclists were killed in motor vehicle accidents, most of whom were over 20 years old. However, there are steps to take to reduce your chances...
At the core of every car accident claim is the question, “who did it?” It’s on this basis that negligence is established. Thus, if you are involved in a car accident, one of the most important concerns you will have is who you are going to hold accountable. Like all...
Motorcycle accidents occur for many reasons. Sometimes bad weather makes a crash unavoidable. Other times, traffic conditions or even bike operator errors cause an accident. Negligent motorists can also cause a motorcycle accident when they violate traffic laws. A...
It feels like people should never run red lights. It is perhaps the most basic rule of the road: When the light turns yellow, you slow down, and you come to a stop when it turns red. However, statistics show that, as simple as this may seem, the rule is often broken....
Most people associate a rotator cuff tear with athletic activity – like boxing to weightlifting. They’re often caused by repetitive motions such as those required in some jobs that involve keeping the arms raised over the head. A car crash can also cause a rotator...
Even those who swear they would never drive after drinking alcohol have probably driven when they’re feeling tired. Most people have had the experience of yawning behind the wheel, as the road noise and the monotony make them feel fatigued. Some may even have had the...
The nervous system plays a vital role in sending impulses to organs and muscles throughout the body. Much of the actions we do every day are almost automatic, but the nerves are working behind the scenes all the time. During a vehicular collision, these nerves can be...
Some of the most common injuries you can sustain during a car accident are back injuries. These injuries happen during rear-end or roll-over accidents when the impact jolts the nerves, muscles and back ligaments. Back injuries following a car wreck can vary greatly...