Across the United States, automobile accidents occur with such regularity that it can sometimes seem like road and highway crashes are the nation’s real national pastime. With billions of miles traveled by drivers each and every year, even the best safety measures are unable to prevent all crashes. For the … Continue reading
Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents
Saving Lives: Automatic Emergency Braking Systems for New Cars Since the invention of the automobile, traffic accidents have been a sad fact of life for Americans and others around the world. As the number of cars and trucks in the United States exploded in the Twentieth Century, so too did … Continue reading
In recent years, the number of car accident fatalities across the country has decreased. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that in the most recent year of complete traffic data, the number of fatalities on U.S. roadways continued a long-term downward trend. A significant factor contributing to the decreasing … Continue reading
A common question asked when injured people call our firm is generally a basic one: “Do I have a claim?” The best way to answer that question is that it depends on the specific facts and circumstance of the incident that led to the injury. While every injury and claim … Continue reading
When an injured party is making a claim against another party, the Court will sometimes apportion some fault to the injured claimant for the event that led to the injury. If it is determined there is shared or apportioned liability, the Court will allocate a percentage of fault to every … Continue reading
We all have that temptation to get into our vehicle, turn the stereo up and sing our hearts out every now and then. It could be the fact that you may be alone to not shy from any self-consciousness you may have or that you just want to hear yourself … Continue reading
A man was charged the other day in a fatal hit and run accident in New Caney, Texas just outside of Houston, Texas. The article stated that the suspect will face a felony charge as his SUV failed to yield the right of way and collided with a motorcycle, leaving … Continue reading
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) showcases some awesome new developments in new car technology, including safety innovations. The show, which took place January 11th through 24th in Detroit, point to the future of automobiles and is a reminder that the way people travel will likely change significantly in … Continue reading
Vehicle manufacturers have made significant advancements in vehicle safety over the past few decades. Some of the safety advancements include adaptive headlights, rear-view cameras, lane departure and blind spot warning systems, anti-lock braking systems, electronic stability control, and parking assistance technology. One of the most innovative in-vehicle crash avoidance technologies … Continue reading
Memorial Day is not only the unofficial start to the summer season, CNN also reports it is the beginning of what is commonly known as the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers. Although teen deaths in motor vehicle accidents have been on the decline for the past few decades, according … Continue reading
