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After an Uber/Lyft Accident: What’s Next?

Using a ridesharing service, such as Uber or Lyft, has become a common form of transportation over the past few years. Whether you want to avoid drunk driving or dealing with traffic, you can request a ride within minutes with a few taps on your cellphone screen. But when it comes to car accidents, however, crashes involving Uber or Lyft drivers can…

6 Tips to Prevent Car Accidents

When you drive, it is critical to do whatever it takes to be safe and avoid getting involved in car accidents. Sometimes, however, collisions are unavoidable. But fortunately, there are also many accidents that could’ve been prevented, especially if people were just doing the things they are supposed to be doing when they operate a vehicle. Make sure you follow all the…

How Long Does Whiplash Last?

One of the most common injuries in car accidents is whiplash. This occurs when the neck is suddenly or violently jolted in one direction and then another, causing a whip-like motion that results in sprains or strains to the structures in the neck. The most common symptoms associated with whiplash are pain and stiffness in the neck, but they can also extend…

Brain Injuries and Memory Loss

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can result in a variety of debilitating consequences, such as memory loss. Whether someone temporarily loses specific memories or lose the ability to form long-term memories, memory loss from head injuries vary widely in scope and severity. The following types of memory loss can happen due to a traumatic brain injury: Short-term memory loss Long-term memory loss Inability…

Keep an Eye Out for Swimming Pool Accidents This Summer

With summer in full swing, millions of Americans flock to private and public swimming pools to cool off and enjoy the warm weather. However, swimming pools present dangers that can result in accidents, injuries, and fatalities. According to reports by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, nearly 400 people drown in swimming pools and spas every year, while thousands more suffer injuries…

Injuries from Motorcycle Accidents

Because of the limited protection offered to motorcyclists, motorcycle accidents are typically more devastating and shocking compared to car accidents. Motorcyclist deaths occurred 27 times more frequently than fatalities in other vehicles. Furthermore, motorcyclists are six times as likely to be injured compared to drivers of motor vehicles. The following are the most common injuries from motorcycle accidents: Road rash – Although…

Dangers of Texting & Driving

From communication with others and posting on social media platforms to keeping up with current events and conducting day-to-day activities, cellphones have become an integral part of our lives. However, we seem to be on our phones constantly, especially when we are driving in your vehicles. According to the National Safety Council, cellphone use while driving leads to approximately 1.6 million car…

Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death?

Losing a loved one is an incredibly painful experience, and it can be even more painful if their death could have been avoided. Wrongful death claims can help families recover damage after the loss of their loved one, including the support of their income. Texas has several laws about wrongful death lawsuits, including who is able to file one. In Texas, the…

National Safety Month: Our Top Tips to Prevent Common Accidents

June is National Safety Month, when the National Safety Council (NSC) and thousands of other organizations focus on encouraging safe practices and protecting ourselves and those around us by reducing accidents. Each June, these organizations come together to raise awareness of the leading causes of injury and death on the road, at work, and at home. In honor of National Safety Month,…

Defensive Driving Tips to Help Prevent Accidents

Preventing car accidents is the duty of every driver on the road. Negligent drivers can cause accidents and injuries, but you can avoid being involved in one with some smart driving. Learn these defensive driving tips to help you prevent a car accident. Think about safety first. Avoiding aggressive driving habits will make you a safer driver, and can make you more…