For years, federal safety regulators have worked to develop more effective regulations to limit how long truck drivers can be behind the wheel. The goal is to help prevent truck accidents caused by drowsy driving. This is important because, as studies have repeatedly...
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Some work injuries warrant a personal injury lawsuit
California workers’ compensation laws allow individuals who are injured on the job to collect compensation for medical costs and a portion of their income if they are unable to return to work due to the injury. In most cases, an injured party cannot also file a...
Drivers are at fault for the majority of pedestrian accidents
Walking is a great way to get exercise. Yet, walkers are facing increased risks and dangers every day. Pedestrian vs. vehicle accidents are increasing. Distracted, inattentive and negligent drivers cause many accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety...
How to take photos after an accident
A car accident can drastically impact your life in ways you never expect. The actions that you take after the accident can also determine your future. Regardless of how cautious you are on the road, an interaction with a negligent driver can result in severe injuries...
What is inattentional blindness?
It's summertime and after being cooped up we are all more apt to go our for a run, bike ride or even hop on a motorcycle to feel the sun on our face and the wind on our backs. It also means that there may be more accidents. Even in broad daylight and in plain sight,...
Long-term effects of a spinal cord injury
You may have been the victim of a negligent driver’s actions and injured your spine in a car wreck. Or perhaps unsafe working conditions at a construction site led to an accident and now you have back pains that require more than an occasional chiropractic...
Do I have to go to the doctor after my accident?
When an accident feels minor, it can be easy to just want to settle with your insurance and put it behind you. Many people downplay and don’t seek the medical attention that they need to get full compensation. I’m just a little sore. Do I really have to go to the...
The myths of multitasking and driving
Everyone knows someone who claims to be an excellent multitasker. But the truth is, the human brain isn’t capable of concentrating on two things at once. When you try to do two things at once, your mind is unable to perform either task well – particularly when it...
Automation may not eliminate motor vehicle accidents
Some proponents of self-driving vehicles argue it will put auto insurance companies out of business because it will all but eliminate motor vehicle accidents. The thinking is that human error plays a role in almost every crash, and once we remove the human element...
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