Even a relatively minor car accident can leave people with serious, painful soft tissue injuries that may affect their ability to move, go to work, and perform routine tasks. Soft tissue injuries can be challenging to prove in a personal injury claim because, even if severe, they can cause damage that is not immediately visible. …
The Governor’s Highway Safety Association recently announced a dire milestone the United States will hit this year – four million people killed in traffic accidents since 1899. Crossing the threshold of four million car accident deaths is a somber milestone, underscoring the profound impact of traffic accidents across the country. The statistics behind this grim…
Motorcycles are an undeniably dangerous mode of transportation. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 84,000 motorcyclists were injured and another 5,014 were killed in traffic accidents throughout the United States in 2019 alone. A publication issued by the Administration suggests that motorcycle helmets saved upwards of 1,870 lives. Some studies suggest that if…
Car accidents are traumatic events. Not only do they leave their victims with serious physical injuries, but they can also inflict different forms of emotional trauma that many people find difficult to cope with. After being involved in an accident, you may find that you experience a variety of psychological challenges, such as post-traumatic stress…
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you could be eligible to collect financial compensation in the form of a personal injury settlement. If, however, you receive Medicaid, you might be concerned about the impact your settlement award may have on your benefits. Medicaid is a state-funded form of medical coverage for persons…