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Car Accidents

Will car insurance cover drunk driving crashes?

It is against the law in South Dakota, as in every other state, to get behind the wheel of a car after drinking. The state imposes a per se limit that can lead to technical citations, and those who cause crashes are often subject to chemical testing as part of the...

Is bracing for impact in a car accident a good idea?

If you see you are about to be involved in a car accident and there is no way to avoid it, there is little you can do. At this moment, you may brace yourself for impact. However, if you have heard this is not a good idea, you may have second thoughts. Is staying limp...

Safety considerations if buying your child a car

While many teenagers dream of the freedom that having their own vehicle can bring, driving is probably the most dangerous thing they do. So, if you are considering buying them one this Christmas, pay attention to the safety features on offer. Kids probably won’t be...

Poor winter weather can cause more car accidents – but why?

As a driver, you’ll know that driving in the winter can be a nightmare. It feels like it’s constantly dark and then there’s ice, snow and rain to deal with. While you may take more care knowing that these poor conditions can be dangerous, not every driver on the road...

Cognitive distractions can strike hard during the holidays

Holiday planning is a priority for many people, but most don’t consider how thinking about those things might impact their ability to drive safely. Cognitive distractions are one of the three types of distractions that drivers face.  All drivers on the roads must...

3 points to remember about spinal cord injuries

Car wrecks can jolt the body, leading to serious medical conditions. One of these is a spinal cord injury, which can lead to lifelong changes. Anyone who’s dealing with this type of injury should remember a few points. 1: Spinal shock is possible Spinal shock can...

Defensive driving during the holiday season

You might think that the biggest danger you face during the holiday season is an expanding waistline – but it’s really one of the most dangerous times of the year to be on the road. If you’re a U.S. resident who is under 54, you’re more likely to be killed in a car...

Head injuries from a wreck may require lengthy treatment

Head injuries are common for someone who’s been involved in a car crash. Many people don’t realize that they can end up with one of these injuries even if they don’t hit their heads. Instead, damage to the brain can be caused by the brain slamming into the skull...

Who do you sue when you’re in a wreck with a borrowed car?

You never dreamed you’d be in a bad car accident just a mile or two from your home – but it happened. Since the other driver was clearly at-fault, you expected their insurance to cover your damages. But, there’s a hitch: The driver who caused your wreck was in a...

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