Commercial trucks are crucial to the American economy. They allow for quick and relatively affordable transportation of everything from raw milk to motor vehicles. Unfortunately, they must share the road with far smaller vehicles. What a commercial vehicle collides...
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Your new or worsening neck pain could be from your car crash
If you have been recently involved in an auto accident, then you should know that there is a potential for delayed-onset symptoms. Delayed-onset symptoms are those that take time to develop. Much like how you don’t automatically have a bruise after you run into...
Who might be at fault for a collision other than the drivers?
Establishing fault is essential after a car crash. Fault ultimately determines financial responsibility for the property damage or injuries that occur because of a crash. There are numerous different people who could be responsible for causing a collision....
It’s 2021. Has drunk driving become less common in recent years?
Decades ago, drunk driving was a scourge that people didn't realize was common. Thanks to advocacy groups running advertisements and even educating students in high school, awareness about the risks of drunk driving has become nearly universal. When looking at traffic...
Deceleration may lead to serious brain injuries
If you end up being hit by another driver, one of the injuries that you could be at risk of is a brain injury. Brain injuries can develop quickly if you hit your head or if the impact is fast enough that your body whips one way or another. You can get whiplash by...
Just ahead: Memorial Day and heightened drunk driving crash risks
The unofficial start to another Shreveport summer is nearly upon us. The 2021 calendar is favorable, too: Memorial Day is on Monday this year, which means we’re in for a three-day weekend filled with family, friends, food and fun. Unfortunately, a long, holiday...
Who pays when an off-leash dog attacks you in a park?
Public parks should be places where anyone can enjoy the outdoors. Unfortunately, the actions of some irresponsible people make parks less safe and inviting than they would otherwise be. Despite laws requiring that animal owners be responsible with their pets and...
Premises have the duty to address known hazards
In your home, it is likely that you address potentially dangerous situations to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones. This is because your home is your responsibility, and in this way, you have control over your environment to some extent. But as soon as you...
Talk to witnesses after a car accident
Often, people who get into car accidents aren’t even sure what happened. Maybe you’re driving through an intersection, for example. Suddenly, another car drives through on the cross street and hits you. Instantly, you start asking questions. Did you really have the...
Injured in a truck crash? Consider these approaches to your case
A truck accident can turn your life upside down. It can leave you with serious injuries that are painful and debilitating, and your financial losses, including medical expenses and lost wages, can threaten financial ruin. Taken together, these damages can lead to an...