Author Archives: Jared Pursley
Do pedestrians have compensation rights after a car strikes them?
People walk near roads and on sidewalks for many reasons. Some people walk as their way of traveling for energy conservation purposes. Others want the exercise. Regardless of what motivates you to go out for a walk, you are always at a minor degree of risk for a crash caused by a driver. When… Read More »
Why do dogs tend to chase after runners?
As a recreational runner, you know that one of the most frightening experiences you can have is to run by someone’s home and see a dog charging out of the yard. Whether you’re on the sidewalk or the street, you suddenly feel very exposed. Now, the reason that this happens is clearly that the… Read More »
Car crashes can expose people to a multitude of burn risks
Car crashes have a potential to cause serious burn injuries that disfigure and result in life-changing scarring and damage. As someone who has been in a serious collision, you may have some burns yourself. Whether you have second or third-degree burns, which can be extremely serious, it’s important to get the right medical care… Read More »
Are you aware of these dangerous driving times?
Most people don’t usually think about what times they have to drive and how dangerous some of those times are. Taking a look at some car crash statistics in the United States points to some very interesting information about when is the most dangerous time to drive. There are many elements that determine when… Read More »
3 trucking mistakes that could lead to a preventable crash
Staying safe on the road typically requires you to monitor your surroundings constantly for risk factors. Few things are likely to make you feel as nervous as a big truck driving close to you. There’s a good reason that your brain fixates on that bigger, imposing vehicle. There’s no question about which vehicle will… Read More »
How can a brain injury change your daily life?
If you get involved in a car accident, some of the injuries you suffer may only impact you for a short time. A broken leg is massively inconvenient while it heals, for instance, but you know that you’ll be able to walk again in a number of weeks. Brain injuries are often different. Though… Read More »
Is a dog’s owner responsible if their animal bites you?
Animals are unpredictable, even if they have spent their whole lives around humans. A dog that has always been friendly toward humans could unexpectedly become aggressive one day and bite someone visiting their home. Sudden dog bite attacks are common occurrences, often with no provocation on the part of the victim. If you are… Read More »
What will severe spinal cord injuries cost in your lifetime?
If you survive a truck accident while driving a passenger vehicle, you can consider yourself lucky. In many cases, these crashes result in death. Even though you survived, you may have come away from the crash with a catastrophic injury. Spinal cord damage is one of the most debilitating crash injuries victims can experience…. Read More »
How a catastrophic injury can change your life
Car and truck accidents result in some of the worst injuries a human body can withstand. Often, victims of these accidents must learn to adapt to their injuries. In many cases, they cannot return to their former way of life. In legal circles, these are called catastrophic injuries because of the massive consequences they… Read More »
Commercial motor vehicles and DOT-recordable accidents
Trucking accidents are a hot-button topic year-round. From the deadly collisions caused by high-speed 18-wheelers to wrecks on city streets involving commercial vehicles, the results are often catastrophic events. While truck drivers maintain a professional license and must complete numerous courses and several hours of training, it is not uncommon for negligence or inattention… Read More »
