Car Accidents

Distracted driving can easily cause car accidents that should be preventable. For instance, a distracted driver who looks down at a text message could drive as far as a football field without looking back up at the road. That driver would probably never close their...

One of the biggest problems on the road right now is cellphone addiction. Most states have made it illegal to drive with a handheld device. Tennessee is one of those states. And yet, people continue to do it. They know it’s illegal, and they know that they might cause...

Whiplash injuries are a common occurrence after motor vehicle accidents. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of whiplash is crucial for seeking appropriate medical care and legal support. These injuries typically occur when the head and neck experience a sudden,...

Teen drivers have very little experience at the wheel. Although the graduated licensing system does require that they attend educational courses and secure many hours of practice driving with an adult in a vehicle, they are still far from as competent and confident as...

You are entitled to compensation for the harm and loss caused by a car accident, collectively referred to as damages. These damages are broadly classified into two - economic and non-economic. Economic damages are the monetary losses caused by the crash, such as...

Car accident fatality rates have been increasing dramatically over the last few years. For instance, there were almost 43,000 traffic deaths in 2021. This is the highest total recorded since 2005. Additionally, the percentage increase – 10.5% between 2020 and 2021 –...

You may have played a part in an accident and are uncertain if you can recover compensation for the harm or loss you suffered. The answer to that depends on several factors, such as your level of contribution and the prevailing laws. In some cases, you can recover...

The statistics are clear, so let’s cut right to the chase: Night driving is definitely more dangerous than driving in the daylight hours. While people only do about 25% of their driving in the dark, that’s when 50% of accident-related deaths happen. What exactly makes...

Few things are as frustrating as having a tailgater behind you. You can sense that they are putting you in greater danger, and it probably feels like they are doing it for no reason at all – or for a dangerous reason, such as being an aggressive driver. This leads you...

When you suffer injuries in a motor vehicle accident, your claim for payment can make a difference in your treatment and recovery. Since insurers do not enjoy paying accident victims, you must do all you can to protect your compensation. Your responsibilities do not...