Whiplash is one of the most common injuries sustained after an auto accident, with as many as 3 million people suffering from whiplash every year in the United States. While car accidents are a common culprit for whiplash injuries, you may be surprised to learn that they are not the only cause of this type … Read more
Across the United States, traffic accidents account for a large number of injuries and fatalities every year, with over 36,000 fatalities reported in 2019. The state of Pennsylvania ranks 6th in the nation for fatalities due to traffic accidents. Philadelphia County sees a large percentage of these accidents, with over 11,120 traffic accidents in 2019, … Read more
When you’ve been through a serious car accident, your first step will be to treat your physical injuries and then to make sure your vehicle is in good working order. It’s only later in the process that you might stop to think about the severe and devastating mental effects a traumatic car accident can cause. … Read more
The aftermath of a car accident can often be overwhelming, with costs piling up from vehicle repairs and medical bills, on top of lost wages from work. When another driver was at fault for your accident, you may be wondering what the average settlement might be, so that you can start planning how to get … Read more
Insurance companies have a variety of formulas that they use to calculate the value of a claim, and you can use these same methods to make a rough estimate of your claim’s worth. Remember though, that car accidents can be complicated, with costs stemming from vehicle repairs, medical bills, as well as pain and suffering. … Read more
The latest research shows that the number of Americans using ride-sharing services, like Uber or Lyft, has increased dramatically over the last three years. Around 36% of the population says they have used a ride-sharing service in 2018, and Uber alone has 91 million monthly riders. But while these services can be convenient and cost-effective, … Read more
With almost 280 million vehicles and over 227 million drivers, the United States is one of the busiest countries in the world in terms of traffic. Unfortunately, the sheer amount of cars on the road also means we have a high number of collisions, with the latest data showing there were around 12 million vehicles … Read more
If you’ve been injured in a serious car accident, you know that the financial costs aren’t just limited to the loss of your vehicle. Medical bills, lost wages, and the emotional and physical toll of the accident can have long-lasting effects on the rest of your life. These high costs may cause you to think … Read more
Concussions are not an uncommon injury after an auto accident, especially a rear end auto accident. While concussions can be caused by trauma – such as your head striking the windshield or steering wheel after an accident – they can also be caused by a rapid acceleration and deceleration of the head. This is also … Read more
So you had a car accident. Whether it was just a small fender bender, or something more serious, you may find yourself feeling shaky and worried about the future. It’s important in these vital moments directly after any crash to ensure that you will be protected from any possible negative outcome. Car accidents come with … Read more