You can receive multiple types of compensation during a personal injury claim. The two main umbrellas these fall under are compensatory and punitive damages. Almost all cases seek coverage for compensatory damages. Although this is not an exhaustive list, it will give...
Injuries
How can you cope with the emotional trauma of an accident?
A car accident can result in serious injuries that make it hard for you to get back to your daily life. You may struggle to go back to work, go back to school, care for your children or manage responsibilities at home. Car accidents are common and the Centers for...
Pedestrian safety for your family’s protection
Pedestrian accidents represent a growing number of fatalities in the United States. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), pedestrian car accident deaths increased by 59 percent from 2009 to 2020. For parents, this is an alarming statistic....
4 Steps to take after a car accident
When someone gets into an accident, they can quickly get distressed. However, staying calm and following a few specific steps ensures they can ensure everyone is safe and get their claims process started. Here are the steps everyone should follow after a car accident....
Who is liable in a delivery truck accident?
With the ever-growing popularity of online shipping, delivery trucks are not uncommon to see on the road. Delivery truck accidents comprise a significant portion of the wrecks that occur each year. Accidents involving trucks have a greater potential for severity...
Some injuries manifest themselves days or weeks after a car crash
Catastrophic car crashes can result in immediate, easily recognizable injuries that can change the course of their victim’s life – such as broken limbs or bones. However, even minor accidents can result in painful, life-altering injuries. The dangerous aspect of some...
Sneaky signs you may have a brain injury
The brain, as protected as it is by the skull, is not immune to injury. One common way someone may sustain a brain injury is in a car accident. While some head trauma is easy to spot, some signs may remain beneath the surface. Discover some of the more subtle signs of...
Breaking down the Glasgow Coma Scale
News that a family member or close friend in Tennessee sustained a traumatic brain injury no doubt hit you hard. In such a scenario, you likely stand ready to help out with their care and recovery in any way that you can. The question then becomes to what extent may...
How do TBIs affect the senses?
After suffering a traumatic brain injury, your concern may focus on the potential physical and cognitive effects, such as headaches or a loss of consciousness. However, the impact of your injury may extend beyond the symptoms commonly thought of. Due to a TBI, you may...