Vehicle safety has evolved quite a bit over the years. Car buyers today are privy to a variety of safety features, such as blind-spot detection and lane departure alerts to keep them from drifting. Emerging technology may even use facial-recognition software to...
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Your symptoms might be caused by these injuries
Perhaps you were merely running out to the store to pick up a few things the day you got behind the wheel to drive and wound up in the hospital. You may have never even seen signs of potential trouble on the road, especially if the car that hit you came barreling up...
Are spinal-cord stimulators a dangerous medical device?
Patients trust that when their doctors recommend a particular medical device, it is safe for them to use. Unfortunately, that isn't always the case. Many people end up suffering serious injuries or even death due to faulty medical devices. If you've heard of a...
Signs that you might be more severely injured than you thought
You likely have the day of the accident etched deeply in your mind, that is, if you remember it at all. As an accident victims, you may be encountering many challenges during recovery. Depending on your condition, you might still be off work or in need of daily living...
Sleepy driving: It’s more dangerous than you think
When a person gets behind the wheel of a vehicle, he or she is responsible for making safe choices. This includes avoiding distracted driving, not driving after drinking and adhering to the rules of the road. When you think about safe driving, you may not consider...
How much is your claim worth after an accident?
The aftermath of a car accident can be expensive and overwhelming. In fact, you may be unsure of how you will ever be able to reclaim your life and move forward after such a traumatic incident. If your accident was the result of the reckless or negligent actions of...
Winter weather brings slipping hazards
Weather forecasters may not be expecting multiple feet of snow in Oregon this winter, but it only takes a glazing to create hazardous conditions for drivers and walkers. While you may take great care to keep your sidewalks and steps as clear and dry as possible, you...
Common types of car accidents to watch out for
Experienced drivers make it look easy. In reality, good drivers spend a majority of their time behind the wheel, constantly moving their eyes, paying attention to their surroundings and maneuvering their vehicles in the safest way possible. If you allow yourself to...
Do you have a right to recompense through a wrongful death claim?
When a loved one unexpectedly passes away in an accident caused by another person, it can leave your family facing financial uncertainty and other complications. During your time of grief, it can be important to consider how you can move forward in a way that will...
Was the Oregon driver that hit you distracted?
It's dangerous to drive on Oregon roadways nowadays, as with most other highways in the nation. Posted speed limits allow you to travel much faster than you could a decade ago, which might come in handy when you're pressed for time and late for a business luncheon,...