One of the first questions your insurance company will ask you after a collision is, “Were you and your passengers wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash?” If your answer is no, you might fear that this will interfere with your ability to recover compensation for the accident – even if you weren’t at…
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On April 12, 2018
I Suffered After a Road Rage Incident. Who Is Responsible?
Drivers often find themselves in frustrating situations, whether it be unfavorable traffic conditions or any other factor that can lead to a frazzled state of mind. These conditions can lead to road rage, a form of deliberately aggressive driving used to intimidate or cause damage to another vehicle or driver. Many law enforcement officials consider…
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On March 27, 2018
What Do I Do If I Run Out of Gas?
You just noticed the low fuel light out of the corner of your eye, and realize you don’t know how long it’s been on. Your car slows to a crawl, no matter how hard you push on the gas pedal. You’ve just run out of gas – now what? Running out of gas can be…
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On March 22, 2018
Common Signs of Drunk Drivers and What to Do
Drunk driving accidents continue to cause injuries and deaths each year. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Tennessee experienced 223 traffic fatalities due to alcohol impairment in 2016, which accounted for one-fifth of all traffic-related deaths within the state. Under Tennessee law, anyone with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.08 is too incapacitated to…
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On March 20, 2018
Avoiding Car Accidents in Highway Work Zones
Car accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States. There are any number of contributing factors that could play a role in a car crash – operating under the influence, distracted driving, and speeding are all common causes. Some roadways are also more inherently dangerous than others. Highway…
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On March 8, 2018
How Do RV Accidents Happen?
Spring is officially here, which means summer and vacation season are just on the horizon. Each year, families all over the country pack into their RVs and hit the open road. While RVing can be a great way to see all our country has to offer, it’s also the cause of thousands of injuries and…
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On February 19, 2018
How Do Airbag Injuries Happen?
Airbags are important safety features of your vehicle. Designed to inflate upon serious impact, the airbag can prevent vehicle occupants from slamming into the steering wheel, car doors, or other vehicle parts in a collision. In 2015, frontal airbags saved an estimated 44,869 lives. Unfortunately, airbags aren’t perfect – the force of inflation and airbag…
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