3 Common Causes of Car Accidents That Are Avoidable

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The majority of car crashes are caused by dangerous driving behaviors that are avoidable. Here are some common causes and what you can do to protect yourself. Drunk driving results in thousands of fatalities each year. According to the Insurance Research Council, over 5.6 million car accidents were reported in 2013. 1,591,000 of these crashes … Read more

Updated: June 26, 2021

What You Should Know About Cash Offers at the Scene of a Car Accident

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While it may seem like an easier option, it isn’t a good idea to accept a “cash settlement” at the scene of a car accident. Here’s what you should do instead. What should you do if the at-fault driver offers you cash for your damages and injuries? Should you accept the cash? After all, it … Read more

Updated: June 28, 2021

What You Need To Know About Uber’s Optional Injury Protection For Drivers

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Uber’s “Optional Injury Protection” insurance is designed to provide Uber drivers with additional protection in the event of a car accident. Uber has all the incentives to ensure both its drivers and app users have a good experience with this service, so they have certain measures of protection when it comes to road safety. One … Read more

Updated: June 30, 2021

How Insurers Use Private Investigators to Discredit Injury Claims

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Have you been involved in a car accident and feel like someone may be watching you? Well, believe it or not, you could be right. How is that possible? Well, insurance companies are profit-making organizations. And, like any other business, they want to cut cash outflow as much as possible. To do this, they may … Read more

Updated: June 18, 2021

3 Possible Causes of Hip Pain After a Car Accident

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Some of the most common car accident injuries to the hip include dislocation, bursitis, and bone fractures. Here’s what to do if you experience hip pain after a car accident. Your hip is the joint bearing the most weight in your body, so anything affecting it will influence your comfort, quality of life, and mobility. … Read more

Updated: June 15, 2021