Car accident settlements can take several months to several years depending on specific factors in the case, including how the accident occurred, who is at fault for the accident, and the extent of personal injuries and property damages. In most cases, car accident claims never proceed to court. Instead, damages are typically paid through a settlement. Understanding Car Accident Settlements Personal…
Despite numerous studies reporting the negative impact of high speeds on roads and highways, many states have continued to raise posted speed limits. Speed: A Major Factor in Traffic Deaths In 1995, U.S. legislation repealed the national maximum speed limit of 55 mph on interstate highways. This action provided complete freedom for states to set their speed limits with disregard for…
In most cases, the driver during a vehicle test drive is responsible for damages in an accident under his/her auto liability insurance policy. Liability for Test Drive Accidents When looking for a new or used car, drivers commonly take various vehicles for test drives before making a purchase. While some drivers are more experienced behind the wheel than others, unfamiliarity…
When a taxi cab is involved in an accident that results in injuries, injury victims should seek medical help, file a police report, and contact their insurance provider. Taxi Cab Crashes and Injuries In large cities, traffic accidents commonly involve taxi cabs. Most taxi accidents are handled through insurance companies like other traffic accidents that involve passenger cars. From a…
High-risk drivers often have numerous traffic violations, DUI convictions, and no car insurance, putting other drivers in dangerous situations on the road. What is a Risky Driver? The term “high-risk driver” is often used by car insurance companies who rate drivers on the basis of prior driving behaviors. In many cases, an insurance company will not cover a high-risk driver…
Currently, liability for driverless car accidents and injuries lies with the person behind the wheel of the vehicle, because most self-driving vehicles alert the driver to disengage autonomous mode and take control of the vehicle when unsafe conditions are detected. Liability for Driverless Car Crashes Autonomous vehicles offer many safety features, but they are not completely void of accidents. Although…
During the Christmas holidays, an average of 343 people are killed in car crashes each year. The majority of fatal crashes are caused by driver errors and negligent behaviors that endanger other people on the road. ‘Tis the Season for Traffic Accidents Christmas is a joyous season when people spend time with family and friends, decorate the Christmas tree, string…
The night before Thanksgiving is referred to as “Blackout Wednesday” because drunk driving rates spike to such high numbers. Thanksgiving Drunk Driving Thanksgiving is one of the deadliest holidays for American motorists due to a rise in drunk drivers behind the wheel. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), between 2013 and 2017 over 800 people died in…
Alcohol consumption is a significant part of holiday festivities, and St. Patrick’s Day is no exception. A deadly mistake, drunk driving leads to 39% of crash fatalities on St. Patrick’s Day. As one of the deadliest nights to be on the road, a staggering number of the deaths and injuries sustained on this drinking holiday are preventable. Impaired Driving Puts Lives…
A no-contact car crash often occurs when an impaired or distracted driver loses control of a vehicle causing a crash or a near-miss with another vehicle. No-Contact Car Crashes Caused by Phantom Drivers Not all car accidents are caused by vehicle collisions or vehicles slamming into a fixed object. Single-vehicle accidents where another driver causes the accident but does not…
