Any type of traffic accident has the potential to cause serious injuries or even the loss of life, but some, such as pedestrian accidents, can be especially devastating. When pedestrians are hit by vehicles traveling at high speeds, they are particularly likely to sustain an injury or pass away. After all, a pedestrian is especially vulnerable with regard to the impact of a vehicle. If you or a loved one regularly walk or jog alongside the road, it is important…

When accidents occur on the road, many different questions may arise for victims and their loved ones and this is particularly true for those who are involved in a motor vehicle collision that occurred on the job. For example, a victim may wonder if they are entitled to any benefits or which course of action is the most sensible. From workers’ comp to filing suit against a reckless driver, a variety of options may be available. Although recovering from a…

People sustain injuries at work in all sorts of ways. In some fields, such as construction trades, the likelihood of sustaining an injury while carrying out job responsibilities may be especially high. However, even workers who have office jobs or positions that are considered to be very safe may suffer an injury at work. For example, someone who works in an office building may break their arm after tripping over a cord. As with any work-related injury, the consequences can…

People often focus on some of the immediate consequences of a motor vehicle accident, which may include a debilitating injury or the loss of life. However, there are many other ways in which a crash can upend someone’s life. For example, someone’s career might be derailed due to the consequences of a motor vehicle collision, which can result in even more difficulties (such as financial problems and depression). If you were hurt in a wreck, or one of your loved…

After an accident, there are many things for victims and their loved ones to consider, such as heading to court to hold a reckless driver responsible and recovering from the wreck. However, there are unique circumstances that may warrant a closer look. For example, someone may have had counterfeit air bags during the accident, which failed to deploy and protect them properly. Fake air bags may not only increase the likelihood of a driver sustaining injuries in a collision, but…