How to Report a Hit and Run
Leaving the scene of a car crash is illegal, but some drivers flee in panic or in an effort to evade responsibility for their actions. Once you understand how to report a hit and run and take the necessary steps ...
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Determining Fault in Winter Weather
Each season presents its own driving hazards. During wintertime, roads that are snowy, slushy, icy, or wet can contribute to accidents. Each year, an estimated 116,000 people in the U.S. are injured and 1,300 are killed in accidents on icy, ...
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Rights of the Passenger in a Car Accident
If you are involved in a motor vehicle collision, dealing with the insurance company can be very confusing and complicated, especially when there are questions about which driver is liable. For passengers who are injured in car collisions, the situation ...
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The Dangers of Using a Cell Phone While Driving
Smartphones have transformed modern life, with people now using them to check social media, talk to their friends, send text messages, read emails, browse the internet, and so much more. When people engage in these types of activities while they ...
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How Long After an Accident Can You Sue?
After an accident in which another driver was at fault, people often wonder, “How long after an accident can you sue?” Like other states, Missouri has a statute of limitations that governs personal injury claims. This is a deadline for ...
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Types of Damages
When you have suffered an injury because of the negligent, reckless, or intentional conduct of another individual or entity, you may have legal grounds to file a claim against the person who is responsible. Personal injury cases fall under a ...
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Understanding Blind Spots for Large Trucks
In 2016, 475,000 collisions involving large trucks were reported to the police, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Among those crashes, 104,000 collisions resulted in injuries and 3,864 resulted in fatalities. According to data from the Large Truck ...
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Who Is at Fault in a Car Accident?
Determining who is at fault in a car accident is not always a straightforward or easy process, but it’s incredibly important. If you have been injured in a collision, proving the fault of the other driver is crucial to your ...
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Top Causes of Car Accidents
Each year in the United States, thousands of people are killed and many more are injured in motor vehicle collisions. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 37,461 people were killed in collisions in 2016, and 3,144,000 people ...
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Should I Go to the Hospital After a Car Accident?
If you are involved in a car accident, you might feel confused or overwhelmed. The stress might even cause a surge of physical excitement because after a traumatic event, the body naturally produces adrenaline to help process what has happened. ...
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