A car accident injury can disrupt life in an instant. Physical pain, emotional stress and unexpected expenses often follow. Many people look to the claims process for a sense of order after a crash. But instead, it can sometimes add pressure through timelines,...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
What are the common causes of truck accidents in urban areas?
Truck accidents in urban areas are more common than many people realize. The combination of heavy traffic, narrow streets, and frequent stops creates an environment where accidents are more likely to occur. Understanding the main causes of these accidents can help...
3 factors that will contribute to crash risk in the summer
The summer months may seem like a safe time to be on the road. Inclement weather is less common than it is during the winter. There aren't any school buses clogging up the streets and leaving drivers frantic due to delays on their way to work in the morning. However,...
What are the chances of an uninsured driver causing a wreck?
The possibility of a car crash exists anytime people travel in motor vehicles. The state helps limit the risk of severe injury, death and financial hardship by restricting driving privileges. Requirements for licensing help ensure that drivers understand basic traffic...
Can inclement weather reduce liability for a crash?
Michigan's seasonal weather changes require adjustments to driving habits. Inclement weather can technically occur at any time of year, but the winter tends to inspire particularly harsh driving conditions. Snow and sleet, as well as black ice on the roads, can lead...
Why insurance companies often try to settle fast after a crash
Insurance companies help to take the risk out of driving by providing funds for major crash expenses. In Michigan, most drivers have to carry not just liability coverage but also no-fault personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. In theory, the extra coverage...
Why motorists might encounter a jackknife accident with a truck
Among the most dangerous and frightening collision types that passenger vehicle drivers understandably dread is jackknife accidents. Commercial vehicles jackknife when a truck’s trailer swings out to the side, forming a sharp angle with the cab. Due to the size of...
There are many ways for a car wreck to cause a brain injury
The brain is an incredibly powerful organ, but it is also quite vulnerable. Despite having the skull to protect it during traumatic incidents, like car crashes, the brain is at risk of severe injury when people fall, get struck or otherwise experience severe physical...
Motorist behaviors that cause crashes
Drivers must ensure that they’re operating their vehicles safely. Certain actions pose a risk to a driver and others they share the road with. For starters, drivers must avoid the following behaviors. All drivers should also try to avoid drivers who are showing signs...
4 potential causes of semitruck crashes
Semitruck crashes pose significant roadway risks. When it comes to the causes of semitruck crashes, one must consider various factors that contribute to these incidents, as it’s rare that a single concern causes a wreck. Consider these four key points that can lead to...