Study Shows End of Daylight Saving Time Causes 16% Increase in Deer-Vehicle Collisions
A car accident involving a deer, elk or moose can be traumatizing and cause extreme personal injury and damage to your vehicle. In some cases, it is even responsible for a fatality. Clearly, the deer cannot be sued but occasionally another party is responsible for the collision and could be sued for damages. Contact a car accident lawyer if you believe that another party may have been responsible for your deer-vehicle collision.
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It’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week – Reduce Drowsy Driving Accidents
The National Sleep Foundation launched Drowsy Driving Prevention Week® 15 years ago to encourage drivers to prioritize sleep and to only drive when they are alert and refreshed. This year, the organization’s goal is to “…help people get the sleep they need and reduce the number of drivers who choose to drive while sleep deprived.” This is an important safety message because if everyone drove alert, thousands of drowsy driving accidents – and resulting injuries and fatalities – could be prevented each year.
What’s the Difference Between Reckless Driving and Negligent Driving?
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Two Fatal Accidents in 12-hour Window Leave Bellingham Reeling
Fatal motor vehicle accidents have been up dramatically since changes to our driving habits started at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. Even in Whatcom County, it doesn’t take that many days before another fatal accident is being reported in the news. Sadly, in the last 24 hours, Bellingham has experienced two fatal accidents: a pedestrian and a motorcycle driver.
If you lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to recover your losses through a wrongful death claim. Contact an experienced, local wrongful death lawyer who can discuss your legal rights and the value of a potential claim. The sooner you contact an injury attorney, the sooner they can help you through the personal injury claims process. Personal injury lawyers generally provide a free consultation and offer their services on a contingency-fee basis, which means no money is collected up-front.
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Read MoreCommon Causes and Challenges in Multi-Vehicle Accidents
A multi-vehicle accident is when more than two vehicles are involved in the same car accident. In many cases, one driver crashes into a vehicle, which starts a chain reaction of crashes. It is also common for more than one person to be partially to blame for the accident. A multi-vehicle accident can end up in a huge car pile-up, blocking traffic for an extended period of time.
If you or a loved one was injured in a multi-vehicle accident, you may be wondering how to determine who was at fault and how you can recover a fair accident settlement. Contact a car accident lawyer as soon as possible after your accident to ensure that your legal rights are protected.
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Read MoreWho Is Liable for Car Accidents Caused by Mechanical Failure?
Most accidents are caused by a negligent driver, but that is not always the case. Some car accidents happen because of mechanical failure. Mechanical failure is the sudden or unforeseen failure of a component of the vehicle, excluding failure caused by wear and tear. Since car accident settlements are based on determining fault, it’s important to understand who is liable for car accidents caused by mechanical failure.
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Read MoreCar Accident Fatalities Surge in Washington State in 2022
Washington State has had a very bad year when it comes to car accident fatalities. According to a report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), crash deaths in Washington State rose by 34.5% when comparing data from the first quarter of 2021 and the first quarter of 2022. In raw numbers, the projected fatalities from the first quarter of 2021 were 116 compared to 156 estimated fatalities in the first quarter of 2022. With traffic back at near pre-pandemic levels and life returning to normal, safety experts are eager to see the accident fatality rate drop back down but that isn’t going to happen until drivers stop engaging in risky driving behaviors at such high rates.
Read MoreWashington State Ranks in the Top 10 Most Aggressive Drivers in the Nation
Aggressive driving puts us all in danger. If you have ever been driving at the speed limit in the right lane and been continuously tail-gated by another driver; you have been the victim of aggressive driving. If you have ever witnessed another vehicle weaving in and out of traffic, speeding, or cutting drivers off; you have witnessed aggressive driving. This dangerous driving behavior puts other drivers and pedestrians in danger and increases the risk of car accidents. If you witness a road rage incident, the WSP asks that you call 9-1-1 right away.
If you or a loved one was injured as a result of an aggressive driver, contact a local car accident lawyer as soon as possible. You are entitled to a full and fair settlement for your losses and injuries.
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Read MoreThe Average Settlement for Concussion Car Accident
A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) that is very common in car accidents because so often brakes are applied to slow the vehicle down before crashing into another vehicle. When this happens, the driver or passengers can get thrown forward violently in a whiplash motion, which causes the brain to rapidly accelerate and slam into the skull. An experienced car accident lawyer knows how to fight for a fair settlement for a car accident involving concussion. If you or a loved one has suffered a concussion as a result of a car accident, you may be wondering about the average settlement for concussion car accident. Read on to learn about settlements for concussions.
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