Being involved in a motor vehicle crash can lead to significant injuries, some of which involve the spinal cord. The exact way that a spinal cord injury will impact the victim depends on several factors, including the location, type of injury and severity of damage. ...
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Do child car seats need replacing after a crash?
As a loving parent, you will be sure to install seats that are correctly sized for your child in your car. These are not always cheap, so if you are involved in a crash, you may wonder whether the seat is OK to continue using, or whether you need to throw it out and...
Capturing evidence at an accident scene to secure compensation
Accidents are unpredictable and often leave victims dealing with health and financial challenges. For accident survivors, securing fair compensation is often important when it comes to covering medical expenses, lost wages and other damages. However, insurance...
Would it be safer if the driving age was 21?
The legal driving age in the United States is typically 16. Drivers do have to go through training and practice before this point, but they can take a test and get their license at 16. However, critics point out that teenagers have the highest accident rate of any age...
3 things that could cause wrong-way accidents
Wrong-way accidents are extremely dangerous. They typically lead to head-on collisions at high speeds, which can cause severe injuries and are often fatal. That said, encountering a wrong-way driver is the last thing most people expect while behind the wheel. These...
What can be learned from the leading causes of crashes last year?
As Memphis and other parts of Tennessee endure an unusually cold winter, below-freezing temperatures, ice and snow, drivers are facing challenging road conditions. Since many Tennessee drivers aren’t as comfortable driving in these conditions as those a bit farther...
Why do surgeons write initials on their patients?
If you go to the hospital for surgery, your surgeon may use a permanent marker to make certain marks on your skin. In some cases, surgeons will write their own initials, while in others, they may draw an X or other lines around the area where the surgery will be...
Who can file a wrongful death suit in Tennessee?
Car accident fatalities occur more often than they should, leaving their families devastated. The financial burdens of losing a loved one can make the grieving process much more difficult. Fortunately, certain family members may be entitled to wrongful death damages...
Amputation doesn’t always occur at the scene of a crash
Amputation or limb loss is a severe injury. People who lose body parts can expect major medical and financial challenges afterward in most cases. Car crashes are one of the leading causes of traumatic amputations in the United States. High-speed collisions and crashes...
Holiday road trip safety: travel tips for out-of-state drivers
Are you headed home to Tennessee for the holidays? Or are you just headed to Memphis for a Christmas getaway? While holiday travel can be fun, it can also have its dangers. To make sure that your journey stays safe and merry, here are some essential safety tips for...