29% of all car accidents are rear-end collisions, so if you’re a driver of any vehicle, it’s safe to say you should know what to do in the event you are rear-ended or if you rear-end another driver. To clarify, rear-end collisions are the most common type of accident on the road. In today’s world, …
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) compiles a multitude of statistics about injuries and illnesses, including statistics about car accidents. Virginia Statistics About Motor Vehicle Occupant Fatalities According to Virginia car accident statistics from the CDC, the motor vehicle occupant death rate (OMV) in Virginia is 6.8 per 100,000 population. To put this …
Our Injured at Work series highlights the fields with the highest risk of injuries in the workplace. Do you have an industry in mind that you would like us to cover? If so, message us on Facebook here. Uber and Lyft drivers work dangerous jobs. In fact, according to Technology Review, Uber and Lyft drivers …
We’ve all driven someone else’s car before, but many of us have been doing so without really knowing if we are covered by the owner of the vehicle’s insurance or by our very own insurance. Of course this isn’t a thought that crosses our mind when we’re driving our own vehicle. It may not even …
Car accidents are traumatic, high stress events that can leave your body and mind shaken. There are a million thoughts running through your head every second, and then the other driver involved in the accident adds another confusing problem to the equation. He or she wants to settle without involving either party’s insurance company. Given …
A “hit and run” accident is when one leaves the scene of an accident in which they are involved. Hit and runs are considered serious offenses in Virginia and typically result from the failure to offer aid to an injured person or exchange information with the owner of the damaged vehicle after an accident occurs. …
Virginia strives to keep all children safe while they travel in passenger vehicles. Updates to Virginia car seat laws and motor vehicle codes updates for 2022 continue to focus on protecting children as they travel in cars. Some alterations to 2022’s car seat laws and motor vehicle codes include the types of car seats required …
Parents never want to see their children suffer, so child car accident injuries can be especially terrifying. Parents can support their children by helping them recover from physical, mental, and emotional injuries while also pursuing those who are legally responsible for their accident. Find out everything you need to know about obtaining a car accident …
A car accident could trap you inside your vehicle, leading to a terrifying and traumatic experience. The ways that you can get out of your car when trapped will vary, depending on whether you are on dry land or immersed in water. Knowing what to do in either situation will help you stay calm where …
The driving habits that get you into car wrecks are often subconscious. By taking an honest look at how you approach the road, you can avoid causing an accident and better position yourself to defend against another driver’s carelessness. At their best, car accidents interrupt your day and cost money in repairs, rentals, and increased …
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