In car accidents, it’s usually clear who the at-fault party is. However, if you ask the people involved who’s to blame, chances are they’ll say the other person is. No one wants to admit that they’re at fault, which is why there are so many car accident lawsuits. The first step in initiating a car…
When a car accident occurs, it’s often clear which driver is at fault. If not, both drivers could be to blame. As the person behind the wheel, it is the driver’s responsibility to avoid distractions—but what happens if a passenger is to blame for a car accident? Overall, a particular set of circumstances would be…
After a car accident, it is fairly clear cut that once fault is determined, either your or the other driver’s car insurance company should cover damages. Crashes happen all the time, but what happens when a friend borrowing your vehicle is involved in an accident? Or vice versa: what happens if you get into an…
Car accidents can be emotionally exhausting, and this feeling can sometimes be compounded when others involved do not cooperate. Usually, out of fear of being at fault, other drivers may be resistant when prompted to exchange insurance information. However, the other party’s personal and insurance information is necessary to file an accident claim. If they…
When your body is faced with a dangerous or stressful situation—like a car accident—it counters by producing adrenaline and endorphins that trigger a fight-or-flight response. Oxygen levels increase and blood flow is redirected to the heart, suddenly giving your body the energy it needs to get out of harm’s way. This reaction not only heightens…
Car accidents can be devastating for those involved. Nearly one-third of all car accidents result in bodily injuries and one-fifth of all accidents result in death. The pain and suffering following a car accident can seriously impact the course of a person’s life. Recovering from injuries is difficult, and figuring out how to put your…
As you’re driving down the road, the last thing you expect is to witness a car accident. Unfortunately, more than 3,700 people lose their lives every day as a result of accident-related injuries. The first instinct of car accident witnesses is often to provide help to the victims. Some people, however, are fearful to act…
