What is a Rollover Crash? A rollover crash occurs when a vehicle crashes onto its side or roof after an accident. According to the National Safety Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), rollover accidents cause more fatalities than other types of crashes and accounted for almost 35% of all deaths in passenger vehicle accidents. The violent…
Understanding the Prevalence of Drunk Driving Fatalities According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 28 people die in drunk driving crashes every day in the U.S. Drunk driving fatalities are preventable and can be significantly reduced if every motorist did their part in driving responsibly. Even with national campaigns such as…
Your Body and the Three Stages of a Car Accident We all know the infamous Newton’s First Law of Motion, also referred to as the law of inertia. It’s often quoted as, “An object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion, stays in motion.” But sometimes we forget the second part…
Determining Liability in a Rear-End Accident According to the latest data reported (2018) by the Insurance Information Institute, there were 2,439 fatalities caused by rear-end crashes. This number was second to angle crashes at 6,037 deaths in 2018. These numbers are tragic, as well as telling in how common these types of accidents are….
Roof Crush Injuries Pose Higher Risk of Catastrophic Injuries According to the National Library of Medicine, roof crush injuries caused by rollover crashes are linked to a higher risk of head, neck, and spine injuries. While the structural integrity of every car roof is critical to surviving a car wreck, some vehicles may be…
Missouri Roads with The Most Fatalities Missouri has some of the most scenic roads in the United States. From the Farmlands Loop in Sedalia to The Little Dixie Highway that runs from Hannibal to St. Louis, the breathtaking views do not disappoint any time of year for Missourians and tourists alike. However, no matter…
How The Holiday Season Impacts Road Safety While the holiday season is full of joy and good cheer, it’s also the season for drunk driving accidents. While drunk driving crashes, unfortunately, happen every day, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that during the 2018 Christmas and New Year’s period, there were 285…
How Pre-Existing Conditions Complicate Car Accident Claims Being involved in a car crash can be frightening, and dealing with insurance companies in the aftermath can make the situation much more stressful and scary. Insurance companies will examine every detail of your claim using a fine-toothed comb. Their job is to look for anything that…
Understanding The Effects of PTSD on Car Accident Victims The American Psychiatric Association (APA) defines post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as, “a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.” The APA also recognizes that PTSD can be the result of being involved in a severe vehicle accident….
6 “Silent” Car Accident Injuries Being the victim of a car crash can cause many physical problems and concerns. While some injuries are apparent and can be seen right away after an accident, others may not surface for hours — or even days later. Even when involved in a fender-bender, it’s crucial to seek…