The way that commercial trucks operate is so different from four-wheeled vehicles that they can cause very unique crashes, like jackknife collisions. Such wrecks are notorious for blocking many lanes of traffic and involving multiple other vehicles. Underride...
St. Louis Personal Injury Blog
Medical advancements are overcoming major injuries
Serious injuries can have life-changing ramifications. Some people never fully recover from an injury suffered in a car accident or workplace accident, for example. They have symptoms that they have to deal with for the rest of their life, such as pain or limited...
The concerning trend with fatal car accidents
Ideally, the number of fatalities on the road will always be declining. This can be difficult since the population is growing and there are always more drivers, but it is a trend that has held over time. Despite far lower traffic levels, for instance, there were more...
Are there tricks to help you safely text while driving?
Even though it feels comforting to maintain constant communication with your closest loved ones, the impulse to pick up your phone while at the wheel of a vehicle is a dangerous one. A large number of collisions occur because people handle their phones instead of...
Why would someone offer me cash after a wreck?
If you’re in a wreck, you just assume that you need to call the police and report the accident – so why would the other driver offer you cash to settle the issue on the spot and avoid that call? Isn’t that illegal? It’s a surprisingly common occurrence for well-heeled...
What traffic maneuver leads to a majority of intersection wrecks?
Some traffic rules are standard throughout the United States. Everyone drives on the right-hand side of the road, for example, and every state requires some sort of insurance on vehicles. Other rules differ slightly from state to state. Highway speed limits and rules...
How rest may actually increase the risk of a semitruck crash
Trucker fatigue is a serious safety concern for anyone driving. Drivers who have gone too long without adequate sleep will notice the consequences of fatigue, which include compromised decision-making, difficulty focusing and longer reaction times. There is also the...
How safe is your child’s car seat?
Parents want to do what they can to keep their children safe. Most understand that car seats are an important safety feature when they’re taking their kids places. Some people aren’t too familiar with certain points related to car seats. Understanding these and...
Car recalls: Confusing and chaotic
Car recall notices create confusion for consumers, many of whom have countless questions. They wonder if they should take the risk and still get behind the wheel, the potential dangers surrounding the notice, any financial impact, and how they will get to work....
Driving in the rain is more dangerous than people realize
Your vehicle performs best when temperatures are moderate and weather conditions are sunny. Extreme temperatures, high winds and precipitation all contribute to the likelihood of a motor vehicle collision occurring in part because they affect your ability to control...