Eating while driving is exceedingly common in the United States. With our many fast food options and long commutes, it’s no surprise that most people consume food at the wheel on a regular basis. According to a 2020 survey conducted by the insurance company The Zebra, around 56.7% of Americans regularly eat or drink while […]
Statistically, driving on American roadways is one of the most dangerous things you can do. Yet the majority of us climb behind the wheel without giving it a second thought. Not giving it a second thought is also how accidents occur due to drivers being distracted while operating a vehicle. As technology becomes more and […]
What you’ll learn from this article: After a Kentucky car accident, your legal case will likely end in a settlement rather than going to court. About 95% of personal injury lawsuits resolve through out-of-court agreements. Car accident settlements often make sense for everyone involved. The negligent party and insurance company put an end to a […]
On average, Americans are involved in about 6 million car accidents every year. Statistics from 2020 show that out of this average, about 1.6 million crashes resulted in injury. One of the most common injuries in a car accident is injuries to the hand. In this article, we will explore what kinds of injuries your hands […]
Every day, millions of Americans climb behind the wheel or into the passenger side of their car to commute to work, run errands, or embark on adventures. And while driving is an inherent part of our daily modern lives, accidents still happen. From fender benders to intersection t-bones, the road can be dangerous and unpredictable, […]
No area of the body is safe from injury in a car accident, but what are the most common car accident injuries? Depending on where you were seated, where the point of impact occurred, and how bad the accident was, any part of your body could be affected. However, some injuries occur more often in […]
While the majority of crashes in Kentucky involve multiple vehicles, single-car accidents are still fairly common. Fortunately, those injured in these collisions can file a single car accident insurance claim to recover compensation for medical bills and related expenses. Although you can recover compensation for personal injuries, getting the money you need to repair your […]
Car accidents can lead to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), including concussions and more severe brain injuries. Even without direct impact to the head, the sudden jolt from a car crash can cause significant harm. While external injuries may be visible, the internal damage of TBIs can be equally, if not more, detrimental. According to the […]
“What should I do if I am a passenger in a car accident?” This is a question commonly asked of personal injury attorneys. Despite not being the driver and lacking control in the situation, you may have found yourself in the midst of dealing with the consequences of injuries sustained in a car accident. It […]
When trying to claim a personal injury, it is important to show the negligence of the responsible party to prove your accident, incident, or injury was preventable. However, insurance companies or members of the opposition will sometimes manipulate the impact of your pre-existing conditions while determining your injury claim. They may attempt to minimize the […]
