Most dogs are sweet and calm in normal situations. However, certain things can cause them to be aggressive, which may result in injury to another. According to the Insurance Information Institute, dog bites result in around 800,000 injuries every year that need...
General Personal Injury
Why should you consider getting a second opinion?
Receiving a diagnosis from your doctor helps you learn how badly you have gotten hurt following an auto accident or a different kind of personal injury. However, some people decide that getting a second opinion is necessary. The Cleveland Clinic explains that patients...
The value of electronic log books for truck accident claims
With so many semi-trucks on the road every day, the risk of accidents is significant. If you were in an accident with a semi-truck and you believe the driver was at fault, one important component of your case is the driver’s electronic log. Most companies use...
How to reduce your distracted driving risk
There are three main types of distracted driving. Cognitive distractions divert your focus away from driving. Visual distractions cause your eyes to leave the road. Manual distractions make you take your hands off the wheel. You can reduce your risk behind the wheel...
Economic damages available after an accident
While an insurance adjuster may speak kindly about making things right for you after an accident, the goal of the insurance adjuster is to get you to accept the lowest offer possible. Consider the different types of compensation that may be available to you before...
What are some signs of a brain injury?
If you sustain significant trauma to your head in a car accident or another type of accident, this could lead to a traumatic brain injury. A TBI occurs when something penetrates your head or something bumps, bolts or jolts your head around. Brain injuries are common...
Can you trust an insurance company?
Insurance companies are not always on your side. You are the customer, and they ought to look out for your interests. More often than not, they will place profits and risk calculations ahead of your physical and financial well-being. The insurance company may offer...
3 things to know when contacting your auto insurer after an accident
A car crash can leave you with serious damage to your property or traumatic injuries. It is important that you contact your insurer right away to claim your rightful compensation, but there are a few things you should know ahead of time. When dealing with auto...
Avoid these 2 common personal injury claim errors
When you find yourself involved in a New Hampshire car crash or another type of incident, the steps you take in the moments and days that follow may have far-reaching effects if you decide to pursue a claim. Knowing what to do in the moments following a wreck or other...
What can you expect during back surgery recovery?
Back surgery can refer to various operations. Spinal fusions and discectomies, for example, are very different surgeries. One requires fusing two discs, whereas the other involves removing tissue from the area around the spine. WebMD explains that your recovery rate...