Distracted driving of all varieties is very dangerous. While the titular distracted driver may be the teenager trying to post to social media while operating a moving motor vehicle, this is likely not the most common form of distracted driving. Millions of Americans...
Car Accidents
Is drowsy driving risky?
As a driver, you understand that distracted driving behaviors often create great dangers for all drivers on the road. But do you understand just how much of a risk each type of distracted driving behavior carries? Drowsy driving is one of the riskiest forms of...
Structured settlement: What is it and should you accept?
If you sustained injuries in a car, trucking or bicycling accident and filed a personal injury claim, there is a good chance your claim will never make it to court. This is because most civil suits settle outside of court and in negotiations. If your claim settles,...
How do you clear your name in a car accident?
A recent car accident caused massive damage to your vehicle, and perhaps you sustained a few injuries. To repair your car and take care of your medical bills, you must determine who bears fault for the accident. You do not feel wholly responsible for what happened. ...
What are the signs of a severe head injury?
While motorcycle helmets do offer a great deal of protection, you still run the risk of a serious head injury should you encounter a negligent driver on your bike. These injuries range from concussions, which are usually minor, to major damage that has long-term...
Can you trust crash test ratings?
Crash test ratings are just one way that auto safety experts inform you about the safety of the vehicle you own or want to own. However, they offer a fairly decent picture and carry a lot of weight. According to U.S. News and World Report, there are two organizations...
Can your crash impact your personality?
After getting into a serious motorcycle crash, you likely suffered from injury. Head, neck and back injuries are among the most common. If you suffer from a head injury, you likely also suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Unfortunately, TBIs can hugely...
Distracted driving can lead to serious car accidents
While most motorists are aware that driving a car requires complete concentration, it is easy for some to become distracted while driving. Whether it is programming a GPS system to find a location or snapping a selfie to post to social media, distractions take the...
What should you say to your insurance agent after a car accident?
Despite being a careful driver, you found yourself involved in an accident with another California motorist. You suffered minor injuries and think you may require medical attention. How should you communicate with your insurance agent to better your chances of...
4 ways to keep your phone down behind the wheel
As mobile phones have become a staple in society, they also remain a major distraction to drivers. When you use them for both professional and personal matters, they can be hard to put down, no doubt. But, to preserve the safety of you and everyone you share the road...