A severe accident can cause permanent damage to your body. One example of a permanent injury is the loss of a limb. In many cases, your limb may be crushed or otherwise damaged to an extent that it cannot function. In this case, doctors may choose amputation as the...
In the aftermath of a hit-and-run, what should I do?
Nobody starts off their day planning to get into a car accident, but sometimes the inevitable occurs. Dealing with a car accident is frustrating enough on its own, but if you are watching the other person involved in the accident speeding away from the scene it takes...
Can your traumatic brain injury cause memory loss?
Getting into a crash often has more repercussions than people expect. You face physical injury. You face mental and emotional trauma. And you also face a long, costly road to recovery. If you suffer from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), you may also suffer from memory...
Fault and commercial vehicle accidents
Motor vehicle accidents in Washington can become catastrophic when they involve a commercial vehicle such as a large truck. Commercial vehicle drivers are much less likely to suffer an injury in a crash with a car, and car drivers are much more likely to suffer...
Road rage: The dangers of aggressive driving
It is not uncommon for Washington motorists to get angry while behind the wheel, especially when stuck in traffic. In fact, AAA reports that more than 80% of Americans admit that they have experienced road rage at some point within the past year. Approximately 56% of...
What should I do after a car accident?
Car accidents are very stressful, regardless of the circumstances. Physical injuries can derail your life for weeks or even months, while expensive vehicle repairs set you back financially. Even if you are not at fault for what occurred, you are likely to experience a...
What should I do after a hit-and-run?
Minor fender-benders on their own are stressful, but watching the other party involved in your auto accident drive away is a special variety of frustrating. Understanding what to do in the aftermath of a hit-and-run accident is vital. Even though you may want to get...
Sandals and car crashes
There are a plethora of risk factors that increase the odds of a collision on the road. However, some drivers overlook seemingly irrelevant issues, such as their footwear. In fact, sandals and other shoes can lead to a traffic crash when a driver is unable to apply...
These driver behaviors often lead to serious collisions
The U.S. government participates in traffic safety through legislation, and much of the data driving these laws comes from federal agencies that investigate crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has a Special Crash Investigations Program that is...
Auto accidents are leading cause of traumatic brain injuries
A traumatic brain injury results from a severe blow to the head or body, and auto accidents are one of the most common causes. Brain injuries can be mild and simply require rest for a person to recover. However, many are severe, leading to long-lasting or permanent...
