When it comes to serious car accidents, rollover accidents are among the most devastating and destructive. In fact, they have the highest fatality rate, causing more than 10,000 fatalities each year. These accidents often occur when a motorist is driving too fast, which can cause the driver to lose control of his or her vehicle. » Read More

As the name suggests, a catastrophic injury is characterized as a serious injury that often happens suddenly and without warning. Owing to the devastating nature of the injury, the victim will require extensive medical treatment, rehabilitation, and even long-term care if the injury results in permanent impairments. The costs associated with this treatment can quickly » Read More

Thatcham Research and Euro NCAP recently announced the launch of a new Assisted Driving Grading system that will provide motorists with a better understanding of how to safely use the assisted driving technology that is available in most of today’s new vehicles. Too often, there is confusion over the capability and performance of assisted-driving technology, » Read More

Left-hand turn accidents are among the most serious traffic accidents, particularly if the motorist who hits the car that is turning is driving at a high speed. In fact, according to a study by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), left-hand turns are responsible for 25 percent of all intersection crashes in the United » Read More

One of the first things motorists should do when they are involved in a serious car accident is report it to the police, particularly when severe injuries and property damage are involved. Fortunately, however, most car accidents are minor fender benders in which the motorists walk away without a scratch, and property damage is minimal » Read More

Car accidents can indeed cause tinnitus. However, tinnitus is generally a symptom of an underlying problem, such as an ear injury or damage to the sensory hairs in the inner ear. When someone is injured in a car accident, they may develop tinnitus, particularly if they suffered a head injury or were exposed to loud » Read More

If every single motorist followed the rules of the road, there would be far fewer car accidents. Unfortunately, too many motorists exceed the speed limit, drive while distracted or under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or show signs of aggressive driving or other unsafe driving behaviors, all of which can cause serious car accidents. » Read More

An average of six million car accidents occur in the United States each year. Some are minor fender benders, in which the drivers involved walk away without a scratch, whereas others are much more serious and can cause life-threatening or even fatal injuries. It is likely that every driver will be in a car accident » Read More

Every driver who has hit a pothole on the road knows that it can cause damage to their vehicle, including flat tires, bent wheel rims, and alignment issues. Potholes are just one example of poor road conditions that can cause car accidents. Other examples include wet, icy, or snowy roads caused by weather; construction zones; » Read More

Today’s vehicles are safer than ever thanks to the wide range of advanced safety features that are equipped in new vehicles. From blind spot detection and lane departure warnings to emergency brake assist and rollover prevention technology, these safety features can help prevent accidents from happening, or make the collision less severe. From luxury SUVs » Read More