Being the victim of a hit and run car accident is a very frustrating and stressing experience. Under law, drivers who hit a person or another vehicle and cause injuries or death are required to stay on the scene. In the case of property damage, such as if the driver damaged a parked car, the driver must at least leave a note with their personal details. When, instead, the driver speeds off, it’s called a hit and run. The first thing you need to do is stay calm and collect any.
When you drove a car for the first time as part of learning how to drive, your lack of driving skills likely made you a bit nervous. Unlike many experienced drivers, at least the driving had your complete and undivided attention. Unfortunately, drivers tend to pay less attention to their driving as their familiarity and experience with it increases. Over time, much of the mechanics of driving gets programmed into your muscle memory. This frees up your mind to focus on other things. Instead of focusing on defensive driving, motorists.
When driving a short distance from home or down the block, it doesn’t seem worth the bother to use a seatbelt. You’re driving in your neighborhood, you aren’t going very far, and you’re driving less than 30 mph. That is, the area is practically your backyard and is therefore safe. In addition, you’re driving so slow, that any accident you might have will be little more than a fender bender. What’s the harm in that? If there is absolutely no other traffic on the route taken, the driving conditions are excellent, your car.
Amputations are often one of the most difficult injuries to deal with after a car accident. The loss of a limb or a digit (finger or toe) in such an event is known as a traumatic amputation. While this injury is not as common as some other car accident injuries, the Amputee Coalition reports that car accidents are the primary cause of traumatic amputations. Causes of Amputation Injuries While just about any type of car accident can cause significant injuries, those that are most likely to cause limb-threatening injuries include: Rollover.
Sleep is a powerful drive that can overtake anyone. When you go to bed, there is no conscious decision to fall asleep. Instead, you wait until sleep overtakes you. The body simply “switches off” the conscious mind without your “permission.” This is what makes drowsy driving so dangerous. No matter how hard you fight it, your conscious mind will turn off, and at that point, your car is moving 65 mph down the highway without a driver. If you attempt various tricks to stay awake such as loud music and.
Whether you drive a car or ride a motorcycle, driving/riding defensively is the key to avoiding a crash caused by other people. The proliferation of tech gadgets has made distracted driving as big a danger to public safety as drunk driving. Although distracted and drunk driving are vastly different, both cause serious driver impairment. Spotting a distracted driver is as simple as looking for a cell phone held close to the driver’s head. However, other gadgets are kept out of sight such as dashboard mounted devices or when they’re held.
Cases involving a wrongful death claim are often among the most emotionally fraught cases we get at Hogan Injury. That’s because a wrongful death claim involves a loved one’s untimely and potentially avoidable death; a loss of life caused by the negligent or intentional acts of another. In California, there are certain limitations on who can bring forth such a claim on behalf of the deceased. While our attorneys are readily available to assist you in determine whether or not you qualify as wrongful death claimant, the following is a.
When someone dies due to the negligence, carelessness or willful intent of another person or company, certain persons can file a wrongful death lawsuit. These are personal injury lawsuits. They are extremely complicated cases and, most often, individuals obtain legal representation. Some attorneys specialize in wrongful death lawsuits. The statutes involved in wrongful death cases vary state by state. For instance, the state determines the amount of damages available for recovery. Also, the state decides the timeframe in which the case can be brought. It is always at least a.
After a long winter, the first signs of spring beacon us to take out the cycle and hit the road. But spring weather does not always bring perfect driving conditions. That’s why it’s important to stay safe on your motorcycle this spring by following these 4 important tips on how to avoid motorcycle accidents. Be mindful of road conditions Wet spring weather means slick, slippery roads. Of course heavy rainfall is dangerous, but be especially cautious when the first drops fall or when there is early morning fog, mist or light drizzle. The layer of.
Every year, thousands of Americans sustain eye injuries in a car accident. One of them is retinal detachment. What is Retinal Detachment? According to the Mayo Clinic, a retinal detachment describes an emergency situation in which the thin layer of tissue (the retina) at the back of the eye pulls away from its normal position. The detachment separates the retina cells from the layer of blood vessels that are responsible for providing oxygen and nourishment. Symptoms The condition is painless, however there are warning signs before it occurs or has advanced..
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