Unfortunately, accident victims sometimes make critical errors at the crash scene or just after, often without realizing it. The good news is that you can learn from other people’s past mistakes. Here are a few examples of what NOT to do after a car accident. DON’T: Handle the Accident without the Police It is unlawful […]
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When a car crash happens, everyone is required by law to stay put. In fact, the first step after any traffic accident is to call the police and await their arrival. The responding officer(s) can facilitate the exchange of insurance information and other important details between you and the other parties. But what happens if […]
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As the term itself suggests, traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most serious and frightening injuries that a human being can suffer. The consequences can include disability, impairment, and even death. But the term “traumatic” also leads people to believe that TBIs are rare, occurring in only the most extreme and catastrophic of […]
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Given all we now know about drunk driving and its dangers, you would think that few people would do it. On the contrary, it is estimated that there are some 300,000 people driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs on U.S. roadways every single day. Sadly, many of these accidents are deadly. Each day […]
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The body is subject to a number of physical threats during a car accident. From the encasing of the vehicle itself to foreign objects, flying objects, or the sheer force of impact, the ways in which drivers or passengers get injured can be unpredictable. Sometimes, even the things designed to keep us safe end up […]
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An auto accident is a terrible ordeal, but the crash itself is only the beginning of a complex process that follows — especially if you’ve been injured and now have medical costs and other expenses to cover. The law in New York entitles any injured accident victim to file a claim for compensation against the […]
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