Getting into a car accident can be a shocking and upsetting experience. Right after a collision, it might be hard to think clearly about what you need to do. Unfortunately, common mistakes in the aftermath of a collision could put your health or your legal rights in...
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Can a low-speed collision cause a serious injury?
Any vehicle crash can leave you with lingering medical issues. Even a so-called low-speed, low-impact collision can cause painful, severe and lingering damage. It may behoove you to take a trip to the doctor after any motor vehicle accident and receive a proper...
What damages can you seek in a personal injury case?
If you experience a severe injury, you might face unexpected costs and hardships. A personal injury lawsuit can help you get compensation in the form of damages. Learning about the various types of damages awarded in injury lawsuits can help you determine the...
What are the risks of working with rebar?
If you work on construction sites, you are probably not a stranger to steel-reinforced bars. Commonly called rebar, these rods run through concrete to give it strength and stability. Still, rebar can be exceedingly dangerous for construction workers. Before you work...
When should you take the car keys away from your older loved one?
Driving is a huge privilege and an activity that many people look forward to beginning as teenagers and continuing until well until their golden years. However, sometimes it is necessary for people to give up driving when things such as their vision and reaction times...
3 facts to keep in mind after a dog bite
Dogs are popular companions and aids. Their friendly and loyal natures make them the pet of choice for a large portion of the population. However, even though many dogs never hurt a human in their entire lifetime, there still exists the possibility that a dog will...
What should you do after a car accident?
Even the most responsible drivers may find themselves involved in an accident, especially when they encounter a negligent motorist. In this case, you may not be able to avoid an expensive and damaging collision. However, you can take the right steps to navigate a car...
What argument should you expect in a slip-and-fall case?
Slip-and-falls occur when someone trips or slips and falls on another individual's property and gets injured. Injured people generally base this claim on the property owner being irresponsible and neglecting their premises. Therefore, the natural response to this type...
What you should know about medication errors
Medication errors are some of the most common examples of medical malpractice, and they can have serious consequences. You may have a trustworthy, reliable doctor, but one slip-up could lead to injury or even death. The National Library of Medicine reported that in...
Common mistakes people make after getting in a car accident
Car accidents are scary, unexpected and chaotic. Because there is no way to prepare for an unexpected event, it is easy to make some common mistakes after a crash. Not calling the police When you call the police after an accident, they will create an official accident...
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