Car accidents happen for many reasons. Many crashes are caused by drunk driving and speeding. Some accidents are caused because of medical issues or because someone was learning to drive. Many of these accidents are unique, but there’s one cause of car accidents that...
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What causes “wrong-way” accidents to happen?
Wrong-way accidents, which occur when a vehicle ends up traveling against traffic on a divided highway without realizing they’re going the wrong way – often until they end up in a head-on crash – have risen dramatically in recent years. How do these kinds of incidents...
What is the most common cause of intersection crashes?
Every mile someone travels in a motor vehicle slightly increases their chances of a collision, and the behavior or decisions of drivers can have a profound impact on their chance of getting hurt. Making personal choices to stay safe on the road requires that someone...
When are the roads the most dangerous because of the weather?
Drivers in North Carolina need to adjust their behavior to reflect the weather and other factors that influence road conditions. Failing to do so could lead to traffic tickets or a police officer declaring someone as the at-fault party for a wreck. There are certain...
What non-economic damages can you claim after a car crash?
The damages you can recover after a car crash go beyond the economic losses. While medical bills and lost wages are important, other intangible losses deserve compensation too. Non-economic damages are just as significant as they can have equally devastating effects...
How to reduce the risk of distracted driving accidents
Over the years, distracted driving has become a major cause of auto accidents. Why have distracted driving accidents been on the rise? It’s likely because nearly everyone has a phone. Phones are made to be distracting. Notifications draw people’s attention so that...
Stay safe when traveling this Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day weekend is here, and there will be a combined effort between local and state law enforcement to patrol the roads and highways and keep travelers safer. The “Click It or Ticket” campaign is already in force, having begun on May 22 and running through June...
2 questions to ask before settling your PI claim out-of-court
If you have suffered injuries following an accident that is not your fault, you deserve justice. Subject to the specifics of your case, you need to explore your options for recovering damages. And this includes the possibility of settling your claim out of court. A...
3 times a business may be liable for a recent car crash
For the most part, liability for car crashes falls to one of the drivers involved in the incident. Motorists who break the law and/or who fail to pay attention at the wheel generally have to provide compensation to those who get hurt or suffer significant property...
Can victims of motor vehicle accidents expect compensation?
Car accidents are traumatic experiences, and victims often have significant physical and emotional injuries. If you’ve been injured in a motor vehicle accident, you may be wondering if you can expect to receive compensation for your damages. This is a valid concern...