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Car accidents are common sources of head injuries. If you or your loved one suffered a head injury, medical professionals use the Glasgow Coma Scale to describe the extent of consciousness. According to the National Library of Medicine, physicians examine three...
In the aftermath of an accident, it is important to take the proper steps to ensure you, your passengers, the other party and your vehicles or property are safe and adequately protected. Though one of the first calls following an accident is to an insurance company,...
If you find yourself in a motor vehicle crash, you could suffer serious injuries that generate costly medical bills and leave you unable to work. Sadly, car accidents take place for many different reasons, such as drunk driving, distractions and traffic congestion....
If a distracted driver injured you, you deserve compensation for your losses. Distracted driving comes in many forms, including: Sending and receiving text messages Making cell phone calls Eating behind the wheel Tending to children in the vehicle Is it possible to...
Getting into a crash is often a life-altering experience with repercussions that will stretch for years to come. It can impact finances, health, wellness and even your interpersonal relationships. Though this particular aspect of life after a crash often goes without...
For most motorcycle enthusiasts in Illinois, the riding season runs from spring through fall. The additional dangers of hitting a patch of snow or ice, as well as the cold weather, convince most motorcyclists to put the bike away for several months. Bikers who do ride...
Road rash is an injury many people experience. It may occur if you fall while out on a run or during a bicycle ride. Some road rashes are minor and easily treatable at home. However, if you are riding a motorcycle and a negligent driver fails to see you, you could...
There is nothing like the sudden panic you feel when you start to lose control of your vehicle while driving. Reckless drivers, road debris and even mechanical malfunctions on your car can all cause you to lose control. Tire blowouts are one of the more common reasons...
In the U.S., nearly 3,000 people die every year due to distracted drivers. Another 400,000 suffer injuries in those accidents. Anything that takes your attention away from the road increases your chance of an accident. According to the CDC, there are three main types...
As explained by the Mayo Clinic, the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) connects the femur to the shinbone along with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). The PCL is often damaged in car accidents as the knee makes contact with the dashboard, which is why it is...