Your level of fault or responsibility for a crash could significantly shape the outcome of your car accident claim. It could determine whether you can recover compensation for your damages or not. Unlike some states where you can recover some damages even if you were...
Car Accidents
How can you prove a reduced quality of life after a car crash?
Injuries sustained in a car accident can significantly reduce your quality of life. You could suffer chronic pain, emotional trauma and limited mobility, which can hinder your ability to perform activities you enjoy. For instance, it may no longer be possible to...
Why might treatment needs lead to lost wages after a serious crash?
There are many ways that car crashes may cause economic hardship for the people involved in a wreck. The first is through the creation of property damage expenses. Almost all collisions result in some degree of damage to the vehicles involved. Repairing a damaged...
Understand what it means to be distracted while driving
A sudden car accident caused by drunk driving, aggression, drowsiness or negligence can greatly harm victims. Another type of auto accident is caused by distractions. Distractions while driving can cause a driver to look away from the road, take their hands off the...
What leads to trucking accidents?
An auto accident with a motorcycle, sedan or SUV can cause serious and fatal injuries. However, an auto accident with a semi-truck may have a higher chance of causing fatal injuries. This is likely because semis are much larger than any average vehicle and may weigh...
The hidden hazards of distracted driving
In the age of smartphones and constant connectivity, our roads are facing a growing menace: distracted driving. Seeing the devastating consequences of this firsthand, we can break down the dangers and perils of distracted driving in simple terms, so both adults and...
Even licensed teens need to learn to drive in snow and ice
Maryland, Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. don’t have the harsh winters that some parts of the country endure every year. That’s one reason why a snowstorm can throw the roads (and residents) into turmoil. You may remember that back in 2009 during his first...
3 dangerous driving behaviors people are most likely to admit
Most everyone agrees that there are a lot of bad drivers on the road. Specifically, there are a lot of dangerous drivers. Despite all of the new automotive safety technology (or maybe in part because people often tend to rely on it), things aren’t getting better. ...
Seatbelt injuries can occur in car crashes
Car wrecks are a jarring experience, both physically and emotionally. While seatbelts are fundamental for safety, playing a crucial role in protecting lives, they can also be a source of injury during high-impact collisions. Knowing a bit about the nature of seatbelt...
Winter driving tips for Maryland drivers
Maryland drivers will be familiar with harsh winters and dangerous driving conditions. That said, even the most veteran drivers will undergo a slight adjustment period after the first snowfall. Preparing for winter It’s important to make sure your car is winter ready...