Smart Growth America (SGA) published a Dangerous by Design study in 2019. According to the study, 49,340 pedestrians lost their lives between 2008 and 2017. This motivated researchers to better understand what factors may lead to someone losing their life in a...
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Accident And Injury Law
Texas roads can be dangerous for people on bicycles
Going out for a ride on your bike can be great for your health, but it could be dangerous for your overall safety. Drivers in Texas don't always pay adequate attention to road conditions and could make mistakes that endanger pedestrians and people on bicycles. It...
Do you have a claim in a wrongful death case?
Losing a loved one suddenly is heartbreaking. There’s nothing that anyone can do that will ever bring them back or make this situation right. Although that’s the case, family members of someone who was killed in a collision may be able to collect compensation to help...
3 symptoms of a crash-related brain injury that affect your job
You can hurt your head in several different ways during a violent car crash. You could strike it on the steering wheel or window. You might experience swelling because of the violent motion of the vehicle during the crash. Some people even end up with pieces of glass...
How can you find the right law firm for your wrongful death suit?
Choosing to pursue a wrongful death lawsuit is a big decision for families that have lost a loved one in a negligent vehicle accident. In many cases, they must first weigh the advantages of a claim against its possible disadvantages. For example, pursuing a claim may...
How to determine the financial impact of a loved one’s death
In the tragic scenario where someone you love dies unexpectedly, your emotional needs and the impact on your children and other family members are probably your primary concern. Practical issues often take a backseat to the personal tragedy involved in such a loss....
Put yourself first after you’re involved in a serious crash
When you’re in a car crash, you need to know what to do immediately. Most people realize that the first step is to call 911 if there are serious injuries involved, but when injuries are less obvious or one party is trying to avoid the police, they may try not to call....
Why you don’t want to handle a big insurance claim alone
Most of the big insurance companies go to great lengths to create a brand image that is friendly and helpful. You almost can't take a trip in the car or watch a single episode of a television show without seeing or hearing an insurance ad talking about how helpful...
Men face higher cycling injury risks than women
If you’re a man who rides his bike consistently, you do need to know that you face significant injury risks. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ride, naturally. After all, there are massive health and environmental benefits, and you likely just enjoy riding and want to...
Who is legally responsible for a commercial truck crash?
When a big commercial truck crashes into a smaller passenger vehicle, the person in the smaller vehicle will likely have to deal with catastrophic levels of property damage and possibly severe injury. Serious injuries can mean lost wages and increased household...