[US law and general] Automobile accidents are a common source of injuries, property damage, and deaths. Motor vehicle collisions typically result from the negligence of one or both drivers. As a result, automobile accidents are a common source of litigation. When an accident occurs, both parties must take preventative actions to mitigate their potential losses. […]
Category: Road Traffic Accident Compensation
A Guide to Road Accident Claims
Over 1 million road accidents occur each year in the UK. The majority of these incidents are only minor and people walk away unharmed. However, some are far more serious and result in injuries being sustained and in some cases, even fatalities. In such situations a personal injury claim for compensation can be made. Whenever […]
When Young Drivers Take Too Many Risks
One can simply turn on the news and realize that the world isn’t always safe for teenagers. Unfortunately, besides these dangers, teens often experience peer pressure, bullying and many other stressful issues that we were all excessively excited to leave behind in high school. Regrettably, teens frequently put themselves at risk further by engaging in dangerous […]
DUI Accidents Involving Personal Injury
Accidents involving driving under the influence are often harmful in terms of legal consequences, but have you considered the potential for financial consequences? While it’s true that in virtually all states DUI convictions result in hundreds or even thousands of dollars in fines and fees, but what many people don’t realize is that some drivers […]
Drowsy Driving Nightmares
According to a recent study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every 24 U.S. adults admits that they have recently fallen asleep while they were driving. This is a terrifying statistic because it means that the odds are high that someone is asleep behind the wheel near you every […]
Do Bluetooth Systems in Vehicles Really Cut Down on Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving is becoming a huge problem in the USA. With more people unable to ignore their phones, traffic accidents are on the rise. In fact, texting while driving makes the driver 23 times more likely to be involved in a crash. While 93 percent of drivers recently surveyed said they would support a ban […]
Texas Distracted Driving Statistics for 2012
Despite numerous safety features in vehicles these days, traffic fatalities remain to be a problem across the USA. Each state has different laws regulating the use of cell phones while driving; including texting, talking, or the need for a hands free device. Texas in particular is a state that sees a high rate of fatalities […]
Signs of a Tired Truck Driver: Avoiding an Accident Before it happens
Safe travel is dependent on multiple factors. The main two factors being your driving and the driving of the other motorists with whom you’re sharing the road. Especially when you are travelling long distances along the interstate highway system, you will most likely be travelling amongst large semi-trucks. The reason for this is obvious; the […]
Driver Sought in Fatal Hit-and-Run in Anaheim
January 1, 2013—Anaheim, California—A search has been instituted by Anaheim authorities for a driver believed to be responsible for a man’s death near the 91 Freeway. The victim, a 78-year-old man, was struck by a driver who fled the scene, according to ABC News. The victim was crossing the street in a crosswalk on the […]
The New Electronic Portal Proposals Unwarranted
Guest blog post regarding the new RTA portal scheme. The Government is looking to extend the scope of the Road Traffic Accident (RTA) portal scheme. However, many solicitors feel that these changes are ill advised and that their concerns have not been taken into account. What are these changes and how will they impact on […]