Being in an accident is a traumatic event that we wouldn’t want to wish on others. It causes shock even for the best of us. Sometimes we even get hurt because of these accidents in spite of the best efforts of our vehicle protecting us. The officer investigating the accident makes sure you are checked...
One of the most important things you should do after getting into a wreck is to file a claim with your insurance carrier. Let’s take a closer look at the process so you can know what to do. 1. Call your insurance agency or a local representative of the insurance company. The first thing you...
Crosswalks can be very important when it comes to saving your life as a pedestrian. Motorists are supposed to yield to you when you are crossing the road using that very crosswalk. It might add a few extra moments to the journey to your destination, but it can ultimately save your life. In fact, a...
In late September 2018, a pedestrian was struck by a SUV at the intersection of Charles Boulevard and Ficklen Drive. Two people came to the aid of the victim, who is now recovering from numerous broken bones and a minimal concussion at Vidant Medical Center. According to a witness who was behind the SUV, the...
Being in an accident on your motorcycle can be a frightening event for you. The process to file a claim on your insurance can be a frustrating time for you. Being in an accident is stressful enough for you but having to file a claim against someone else’s insurance is another form of frustration altogether....
You are staying in a hotel room for a night or two, so you can get to an out-of-town meeting. You don’t notice a spilled cup of water from the previous user of the room until it’s too late. You find yourself on the floor in excruciating pain with the pain radiating from your tailbone....
Riding a bicycle on roads can be really dangerous since you take less space than a motor vehicle would these days. It is easy to get hit by a motorist while you are riding your bike on the road. Because of this danger, there are certain safety measures you can take to prevent being hit...
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a very painful condition in your hands/wrists that can make it incredibly difficult to perform your duties at work. What if you got it because of those work duties you perform during the week? That reason alone could mean you can get workers’ compensation benefits while you recover from the pain...