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6 Things You Need to Photograph at a Car Accident

By | August 17th, 2017

If you’re the victim of a car accident, it’s important that you take photos and document the evidence. Fortunately, almost all of us now carry smartphones or other cell phones that can take photographs. Here is what you need to take pictures of. The Entire Scene First, take pictures of the overall car accident scene. Take the photos from different angles and distances. Once you have photos of the general scene, move on to the details. The Damages Photograph any damages to your car. If damage was done to nearby.

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Three Counter Intuitive Car Accident Facts

By | July 13th, 2017

Common sense is a good guide for many things including driving. For example, it dictates that distracted driving and aggressive driving are dangerous, and that driving too fast on a slippery road invites an accident. However, sometimes car accident statistics about some situations disagree with common sense notions. When this is the case, your common sense increases your car accident risk. Here are three examples of counter intuitive car accident facts: Most Accidents Happen near Home Approximately 75 percent of all accidents happen within fifteen miles of home. Many people.

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Avoid a Crash by Knowing When You Shouldn’t Use Cruise Control

By | July 6th, 2017

Cruise control automatically maintains a constant speed much like your foot does on the gas pedal. It saves gas, prevents you from getting speeding tickets, and makes long drives easier. However, it has a number of safety drawbacks. Three of these are: It Slows Your Reaction Time When driving without cruise control, your right foot is always at the gas pedal. If a traffic emergency happens, hitting the brakes involves a simple movement of the foot to the left from the gas pedal. This movement is automatic because it has.

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Collapsed Lungs Caused by Car Accidents

By | June 29th, 2017

Every day people across the country receive emergency medical treatment following a car accident. While some are diagnosed with minor injuries, others are not so fortunate as they have sustained an injury severe in nature. One such injury is a pneumothorax. Better known as a collapsed lung, it occurs when air fills the space between the chest wall and lungs. As air fills the space, it pushes on the outside of the lung causing it to collapse. Symptoms There are several symptoms of a collapsed lung including: Pain that radiates.

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Avoid a Crash by Ignoring These Three Driving Misconceptions

By | June 22nd, 2017

A lot of what motorists accept as truth about driving are often nothing more than common misconceptions. Although they seem like common sense on the surface, some can cause a devastating car accident. Here are three dangerous driving misconceptions: Driving Faster on Your Commute Saves Time Strictly speaking, driving faster does save time but not that much. For example, averaging 55 mph on a ten-mile commute requires about 11 minutes of travel. Averaging 70 mph on the same commute will take 8.6 minutes. This only saves you 2.4 minutes. While the.

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3 More Technologies That Can Help Prevent Car Accidents

By | June 22nd, 2017

The best way to avoid car accidents is to keep your vigil, stay focused and alert, and know the basic car safety rules. However, technology can also help prevent car accidents. Here are a few ways technological advances can help prevent crashes. A Front Crash Warning System A front crash warning system will alert you when you’re getting too close to the vehicle ahead of you. Usually, you’d have to analyze the distance yourself, and a slight miscalculation can have devastating results. If you have an autobrake feature together with.

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3 Technologies That Can Help Prevent Car Accidents

By | June 22nd, 2017

As technology advances, more and more systems are being developed to reduce the risk of getting into a car accident. While no system is perfect, using these systems will improve your safety. Here are a few technologies to look out for when choosing a car to buy or lease. Backup Cameras Most new cars have backup cameras, which are cameras that give you a live camera view of what’s behind your car when backing up. This reduces the risk of getting into an accident because of a blind spot. A.

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Five Hidden Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents

By | June 15th, 2017

When a motorcycle accident involves seemingly minor scrapes and bruises, the temptation is strong to quickly get past the unpleasant experience and resume your normal daily routine. However, not getting a physical examination by a doctor is a mistake. You may have internal soft tissue injuries that aren’t immediately apparent because there’s no external wound or bleeding. You may not feel the injuries at first because the accident may have triggered pain suppressing hormones. In addition, it may take time before tissue inflammation and/or internal bleeding to become extensive enough to.

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A Car Accident Attorney Discusses Road Trip Tips

By | June 15th, 2017

Summer is a popular time to take a road trip. But before you program your destination into a GPS, here are some tips that you should know: Get a Tune-up According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), vehicle owners should visit a qualified mechanic to have their air conditioner, battery, belts, and fluids checked before hitting the roadways. Don’t Drive on Limited Sleep The NHTSA also states that driving while drowsy plays a role in 100,000 accidents every year. It is best to get at least eight hours.

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Car Accident Myths and Truths That You Need to Know

By | June 8th, 2017

A car accident can be a frightening event, and at times it can become confusing when dealing with the other driver as well as the insurance company. The many myths surrounding car accidents add to the confusion, which is why we put together this list of myths and truths: Myth: Minor Accidents Never Cause Serious Injuries Truth: Victims should always seek medical treatment after a car accident. While injuries such as bruising and swelling seem minor, they may actually be a sign of a more serious condition that can threaten.

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