Over the decades, cars have become significantly safer. This is why driving vintage vehicles can be riskier—getting into an accident in one of these cars drastically increases the odds of injury. Many older vehicles lack even basic safety systems, such as airbags or...
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Car Accidents
Tips for taking photos and video of a crash scene
In the aftermath of a car accident, taking photos and videos of the crash scene is one of the most effective ways to preserve evidence of what happened and who was to blame. Visual documentation can help establish fault, support insurance claims and strengthen legal...
Driving mistakes people often make in the snow
Driving in the snow is very different from driving during the summer months. Things that are safe on dry pavement can become catastrophic on slick roads. Every year, there are many serious accidents because people make avoidable mistakes. You can’t always avoid...
Can you refuse a car accident settlement offer?
Picture this: You’ve suffered serious injuries in a car accident, and the at-fault driver’s insurance company reaches out with a settlement offer. They want to resolve the case quickly, but you’re unsure if the offer measures up to the injuries and losses you suffered...
4 tips to avoid a car accident while Christmas shopping
There is an awful lot of traffic on the roads around shopping malls and grocery stores in the run-up to Christmas. That can make things dangerous, whether you travel by car, bike or on foot. The following tips can help you to stay safe: 1. Be patient and kind...
1 of the top sources of distracted driving may surprise you
The phrase “distracted driving” is all but synonymous with mobile device use. People assume that distracted drivers who cause crashes texted or otherwise handled a mobile phone while driving. There's little question that digital distraction is a major safety concern....
5 insurance tactics that could hurt your claim
Driving presents inherent risks, and accidents can occur unexpectedly. And when they do, the insurance claims process can be a daunting and intimidating experience. Insurance companies have developed tactics to reduce their liability, and it is crucial to be aware of...
Why is the back seat no longer safest in a crash?
For previous generations of drivers, it was common knowledge that the back seat was safer than the front. The front seat was closer to the impact point in the head-on collision, and people were more likely to suffer severe injuries. Fatalities were less common in the...
Talk-to-text software doesn’t prevent distracted driving
Distracted driving is unsafe. Digital distraction, in particular, is at least partially illegal under current New Jersey statutes. The state prohibits the manual use of mobile technology while driving. People shouldn't send or read text messages or post to social...
What kind of photos could help in a crash claim?
If you are injured in a car crash, getting adequate compensation could be crucial to cover the costs of treatment for your injuries, the time off work you may need and other costs you incur. Gathering evidence such as photos can improve your chances of securing...