Accident and Injury (page 1)


What Happens if I’m Partially at Fault for a Car Accident - car accident

What Happens if I’m Partially at Fault for a Car Accident?

Car accidents are all unique occurrences with a variety of different factors at play. More complex accidents involve a flurry of individual decisions before everything comes to a halt, and it’s not often clear who was at fault for each specific instance of damage. Drivers commonly assume that

  • Accident and Injury
  • Sep 28, 2023
What Should I Do if I’m in an Accident With a Rideshare Driver - driver

What Should I Do if I’m in an Accident With a Rideshare Driver?

Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies have become a staple in American transportation over the last few years. The ease and accessibility of these platforms have paved the way for an easier form of traveling from point A to point B, but these services don’t make the open road any safer for

  • Accident and Injury
  • Sep 15, 2023
What Should Uber/Lyft Drivers Do if They’re Involved in an Accident - car accident

What Should Uber/Lyft Drivers Do if They’re Involved in an Accident?

The emergence of ridesharing has changed how people travel from point A to point B. Not only has it reimagined travel for people across the country, but it’s opened up employment opportunities for a broad range of people seeking to tap in on the trend. Although it might seem like a simple job,

  • Accident and Injury
  • Sep 15, 2023
hurricane

What’s the Story Behind Hurricane Names?

A hurricane, by definition, is a force to be reckoned with, and increasingly higher temperatures are only making matters worse, resulting in heavier rainfall and stronger winds. Most recently, Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida with a devastating storm surge that resulted in irreparable

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 30, 2023
How Close Is Too Close When Driving - driving

How Close Is Too Close When Driving?

You can tell when someone’s driving too close to you, but how do you know if you’re too close to the driver in front of you? The threshold of discomfort where tailgating becomes uncomfortable varies from person to person, but the law doesn’t. If a vehicle is following another too closely and

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 25, 2023
Spinal Cord Injuries After a Car Accident: What Do I Need to Know - spinal cord scans

Spinal Cord Injuries After a Car Accident: What Do I Need to Know?

The sudden jolt from a car accident is enough to cause many different types of injuries, ranging from minor whiplash to life-threatening spinal injuries. Unfortunately, one of the more common types of bodily harm sustained by car accident victims is spinal cord injuries. The spinal cord, a band

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 25, 2023
Takata Airbag Recall

GM Recalls 2013 Chevy Buick Models Due to Takata Airbags

What: The 2013 vehicle models of the Buick Veranos and three Chevrolets — the Volt, Sonic, and Camaro. Who: General Motors (GM). Why: The vehicles are equipped with Takata airbags that can cause injury or death when inflated. When: GM released the recall on August 1st, 2023. Where: GM has

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 14, 2023
Kia Vehicle Recall

Vehicle Burst Into Flames Only Days After the Kia and Hyundai Recall

What: Vehicles impacted by the recall include the Hyundai Palisade, Tucson, Sonata, Elantra, Kona, Kia Soul, Sportage, and Seltos. Who: Kia and Hyundai Motor Group.   Why: A defect in a transmission oil pump causes an increased risk of fire.  When: Kia and Hyundai Motor Group

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 14, 2023
Is Personal Injury Insurance (PIP) Enough to Cover My Bills After an Accident - couple getting insurance

Is Personal Injury Insurance (PIP) Enough to Cover My Bills After an Accident?

Car accidents invoke numerous types of insurance coverage for anyone who suffered damage at the scene. One of which is personal injury protection, which is a basic level of coverage that’s mandated for all motorists in some states and optional in others. Healthcare expenses - and those of any

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 4, 2023
What Should Pedestrians Do if They’re Hit By a Car - walking across street

What Should Pedestrians Do if They’re Hit By a Car?

Busy streets are dangerous for both vehicles and pedestrians. One instance of driver error or someone’s failure to act attentively while crossing the street can change multiple lives forever, so it’s important that we all stay alert in these situations. Still, it’s not a perfect world. If you’ve

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 4, 2023
What To Say To The Police After a Car Accident - car accident scene

What To Say To The Police After a Car Accident

Car accidents are overwhelming, stressful, and emotionally taxing events, yet they still must be handled properly. The police report written at the accident scene is essential to any future personal injury claim’s foundation. Despite the adrenaline, victims must ensure they’re not only providing

  • Accident and Injury
  • Aug 4, 2023
7 Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents - car accidents

7 Frequently Asked Questions About Car Accidents

Most people are involved in motor vehicle accidents at some point in their lives. Still, there’s a variety of misinformation surrounding the “best” next steps to take after finding yourself in an accident. Here are seven of the most common misconceptions about car accidents and the truth behind

  • Accident and Injury
  • Jul 25, 2023
Ford Recalls Over 125,000 Vehicles Due to Engine Failures - engine issues on the side of the road

Ford Recalls Over 125,000 Vehicles Due to Engine Failures

What: Ford's Escape, Lincoln Corsair SUVs, and the Maverick compact pickup trucks. Who: Ford Motor Co. Why: The recalled Ford vehicles have issues with engine failure that could lead to a fire risk.  When: Ford initially issued the recall in May; however, they expanded the recall on

  • Accident and Injury
  • Jun 15, 2023
Ford Recalls Over 140k Vehicles Due to Fire Concerns - car

Ford Recalls Over 140k Vehicles Due to Fire Concerns

What: The affected Lincoln MKC vehicles were built between August 20, 2013, and August 2, 2019. Who: Ford Motor Company. Why: The Lincoln MKCs are recalled due to a defect found in the vehicle that could pose a fire risk. When: The recall was submitted to the NHTSA on June 01, 2023.

  • Accident and Injury
  • Jun 14, 2023
Carfax Data Estimates Millions of Cars with “DO NOT DRIVE” Notice Remain Unrepaired - car

Carfax Data Estimates Millions of Cars with “DO NOT DRIVE” Notice Remain Unrepaired

View a list of vehicles with defective exploding airbags here. *It is important to note that this is not a comprehensive list, and the National Highway Traffic Safety

  • Accident and Injury
  • Jun 8, 2023