Articles Posted in Auto Accidents

The moments after a car accident are hectic and scary. A person is just driving along, minding their own business, when suddenly, BAM! Suddenly, they are looking at themselves and any passengers for visible injuries and assessing their car for damage. It may be difficult, but it is important for people to take certain steps…

Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Accidents caused by drunk drivers remain a significant problem on our roads, leading to thousands of injuries and fatalities every year. These collisions are especially tragic because they are so preventable. When someone chooses to drive under the influence, they compromise their ability to make quick decisions, impair their motor…

After an auto accident, it is the responsibility of each party to exchange information and wait for the police if they have been called. Unfortunately, some people ignore these responsibilities and drive off after an accident. This is incredibly frustrating for a person, especially if they have been injured by this negligent driver. They may…

When a person suffers an injury due to the negligence of another, there are certain elements they will need to prove in order to successfully recover damages. A personal injury attorney will look at your case to make sure it satisfies the following elements. If it is does, they will aggressively fight to get you…

One of the most difficult damages to calculate for an injured person is future medical. Because people aren’t experts at calculating damages, this is an area where a person can leave money on the table if they try to negotiate a settlement on their own. This is bad because there is no second bite at…

When a person is injured in an accident, it is very important to see a doctor right away and continue seeing that doctor until you have reached maximum medical improvement. This continuity makes it very easy for a personal injury lawyer to prove causation and show that the injuries were related to the accident in…

Traumatic brain injuries, even mild ones, need to be taken seriously. As a Detroit auto accidents attorney, I know many of these types of injuries can occur in an auto accident. It is important to know the signs and know what you should do if you suffer from any type of TBI. TBIs are more…

When a person has been injured in a car accident, sometimes the at-fault insurance company will try to get a recorded statement. They explain that this is a routine part of the process and that it will help expedite the claim. Because they don’t know how to proceed, some people voluntarily give this statement. In…

Last Updated: October 10, 2024 Recently, a tragic accident occurred in Los Angeles when a 100-year-old man accidentally backed over a group of schoolchildren, sparking renewed debate over the appropriate age for drivers to be on the road. While accidents involving older drivers are less frequent compared to other age groups, they tend to be…

One of the most dangerous things we can do behind the wheel is to text while driving. Studies have found that when a person texts, they take their eyes off the road for up to four seconds. This might not sound like long, but it is the difference between a close call and a serious…