Victims of car accidents often receive compensation for intangible effects of the collision, such as pain and suffering and emotional distress. Unlike economic losses such as medical expenses or time missed from work, these intangible effects can be challenging to prove and put into monetary terms. Our knowledgeable Fort Walton […]
According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 40 percent of all vehicle collisions occur at intersections. From running red lights to turning left in front of oncoming traffic, careless mistakes and aggressive driving can have costly consequences, and drivers who put others at risk deserve […]
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), three factors are most commonly associated with drowsy-driving crashes: Drowsy-driving crashes occur most frequently between midnight and 6 a.m., or in the late afternoon. At both times of the day, people experience dips in their circadian rhythm, which is the human […]
Head-on collisions are among the most dangerous of all car accidents. With the extreme forces involved, when one driver leaves another helpless to avoid a head-on collision, the consequences will often include permanent physical injuries and a lifetime of pain and suffering. Additionally, while head-on collisions account for just two […]
Unfortunately, most of us have experienced the physical and emotional injuries caused by car accidents. People who have been involved in serious car accidents have reported ultra-adrenaline rushes, uncontrollable shaking, inability to communicate beyond merely shaking their heads, severe physical pain, and even profound gratefulness for simply being alive. The […]
If you have been involved in a car accident, it’s important that you Immediately start gathering evidence to support the validity of your claim. The more documentation you have in support of your claim, the more likely you will receive a fair settlement for your injuries. You may not be […]
On public roads, there are a variety of circumstances under which one driver will have the right of way. Some of these circumstances are obvious – such as when stop signs, yield signs and traffic signals provide direction at intersections and roundabouts. In other circumstances, however, understanding which driver has […]
Of all the places in the home where child accidents occur, the most dangerous and perhaps most unexpected one may be lurking in the laundry room. In fact, so unexpected that most articles on child home safety do not even discuss it! HOW WASHERS AND DRYERS PUT CHILDREN AT RISK […]
If you have suffered a personal injury, whether from an auto accident or another type of incident, you will almost assuredly experience a period of recovery, which may be quite painful, inconvenient, and time-consuming. It’s a good idea to keep a journal during this recovery time to document the effects, […]
Insurance agents and brokers make their living on commissions paid on the premiums you pay for insurance. Since you are paying for their expertise, it’s essential to know what services they should provide. If you find yourself in the unfortunate circumstance of dealing with an insurance company in Fort Walton […]
