The moments after a crash are crucial to your car accident claim. Your words and actions could make or break your claim, which is why it helps to know what to do in such situations. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the do’s and don'ts after a crash. As a...
Car Accidents
Helping your teen look out for the risks of dangerous drivers
The greatest thing ever for your teenager is when they finally get their driver's license. On the other hand, for you, the idea of them traveling alone on the road can be worrisome. You are aware that experience is the only thing that can help you predict and respond...
4 causes of distracted driving accidents
One of the biggest problems many drivers face is distracted driving. There are so many distractions today that they are nearly inevitable and all too often they cause accidents. An accident from a distracted driver can be catastrophic. Distracting driving is so...
Spinouts are all too common on Minnesota’s icy roads
If you’re getting back out on the road after a car crash, it’s especially crucial to take things slow. As you’ve likely seen in the news, there have been numerous instances of drivers spinning out on Minnesota’s icy streets and highways. A spinout involves a car...
Distraction continues after using your phone
Using your phone in the car is certainly a source of distraction. It may be the most common reason for distracted driving accidents, if only because the phone can be used for so many different things – sending text messages, setting up a GPS, choosing what music you...
Internal injury signs should you look out for after a car wreck
One of the most serious outcomes of a car accident is usually injuries to the body’s internal organs. These injuries can range from mild to severe depending on the nature of the impact. And given their hidden nature, internal injuries can be deadly if left undiagnosed...
2 catastrophic injuries caused by car collisions
Car accidents happen all the time. While most car wrecks end with nothing more than bruises and shocked vehicle occupants, a few tend to result in catastrophic injuries. If you are hurt in a car accident that was caused by someone else’s unlawful actions, you may be...
What type of documentation do you need after a car accident?
Being involved in an accident can be a scary and overwhelming experience. After the accident, you may be confused about what happened, injured and trying to figure out what to do next. Even though things may be chaotic, you should try to remain calm and collect as...
5 signs of fatigued driving…and what you can do about it
Driver fatigue is extremely dangerous. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that driver fatigue leads to approximately 91,000 – resulting in over 50,000 injuries and over 800 fatalities per year. If you drive for a living or are...
3 reasons you may need a brain injury evaluation after a crash
The force of impact during a car crash and the violent movement of the vehicles can cause severe and even deadly injuries. There are many injuries that you may possibly suffer in a motor vehicle collision, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are some of the worst....