A jackknife truck crash can happen in seconds. The tractor and trailer can swing in different directions, creating a serious danger for nearby vehicles. Memphis has busy roads and major trucking routes, so drivers may encounter large commercial trucks every day. But...
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Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries
Why might people with crash fractures initially overlook their injuries?
Car crashes can cause a variety of traumatic injuries, including fractures. The intense force generated during a collision can cause catastrophic fractures. In severe cases where a bone breaks into many pieces or tears through the skin, people usually recognize...
What if the at-fault driver is uninsured?
Medical bills pile up quickly after a car crash, especially when injuries keep you from working. The situation becomes even more stressful when you find out the driver who hit you has no insurance. It’s understandable to feel lost and worried about how you’ll pay for...
What to know about diffuse axonal injury after a car accident
A diffuse axonal injury (DAI) occurs when the brain moves violently inside the skull, stretching or tearing nerve fibres (axons) that carry messages between brain cells. This often occurs in high-speed crashes, where the head is jolted or rotated suddenly, like in a...
Larger vehicles are safer for passengers, not pedestrians
The size of an average vehicle in the United States has increased noticeably in recent years. Long gone are the days when most people drove basic sedans. Larger vehicles dominate the modern roads. Many motorists now operate pickup trucks, minivans, SUVs and crossover...
When is a trucking company responsible for accident injuries?
Truck accidents often lead to disabling permanent injuries or death. Those who survive these catastrophic collisions often go on to face massive medical bills and other life-changing expenses. To pay these expenses and receive high-quality medical care, you must...
You can get a serious liver injury in a car crash
When you think of injuries people sustain in motor vehicle accidents, the ones that come to mind first probably involve the spine, brain and neck. Those injuries are very common and can often be serious. But did you know that you can also injure your liver in a crash?...
What can cyclists do to stay safe at night?
Cycling as a means of commuting is becoming more and more popular. But not everyone works a traditional 9-to-5 job, so some cyclists end up riding their bikes in the dark during the early morning or late at night. This can be slightly unnerving, especially if you’re...
Phone distraction lasts long after the phone gets put down
It's become clear that using a phone while driving is too dangerous to be permitted. People who are texting, talking, checking social media and doing all sorts of other tasks on their phones while they drive have a severely higher risk of getting into a car accident....
Potential responsibility in 18-wheeler accidents
You were involved in an accident with a semi-truck and two other vehicles. After going home from the hospital, you learned that the truck driver had been driving for longer than federal law allows. You plan to file a lawsuit — but it will be complex. Other vehicles...

