Entries by Jim Reeves

How Music and Audio Distractions Contribute to Car Accidents

If you usually drive with music, the thought of driving without it may be unbearable. If you are like most, you have your preferred driving music and a full set list ready to sing along to. But have you ever thought about whether or not your choice of music affects your driving skills? There is […]

The Legal Aspects of Car Accidents Involving Rental Vehicles

In case renting a vehicle wasn’t stressful enough, you also have to worry about what happens if you’re involved in an accident. Car accidents are always a possibility, but they are definitely more likely when you are driving a car that you’re unfamiliar with—like, for example, a rental vehicle. If you’re involved in a rental […]

The Impact of Speeding on Motorcycle Crashes and Fatalities

Across the board, motorcycle crashes are more severe than other types of vehicle collisions. This is due in large part to the limited amount of protection offered by motorcycles. Speeding is an incredibly common factor in motorcycle accidents, causing a significant number of collisions and making many collisions more severe. If you or someone you […]

Navigating Injury Claims in Multi-Vehicle Accidents

While every car accident is traumatizing to some degree, multi-vehicle pileups are a completely different experience. You think the crash is over after the first impact—but then there’s another, and another until it’s finally over. This puts a ton of stress on your body and puts you at risk of severe or even fatal injuries. […]

Bicycle Accident Injuries Caused by Dooring

When you’re riding your bike, especially when you’re using the bike lane appropriately, you should feel safe. Unfortunately, drivers don’t think about bicyclists the same way they think about other drivers. Many drivers consider bicyclists a nuisance, and in some cases, they completely forget that they share the road with bicyclists. This is often the […]

Why Is It So Dangerous to Speed in a Work Zone?

Work zones are one of the most stressful parts of driving—local governments seem to have new projects on deck on a monthly basis, and those projects can slow down your commute or shut down important exits. Additionally, driving in work zones means obeying lower speed limits, and lots of drivers don’t like doing that. The […]

Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History

You’ve been involved in an accident and now you’re injured. You’re irritated and uncertain about how you will pay for your medical bills, especially if you have to take time off of work. When the other party’s insurance adjuster reaches out to you, it seems like everything will be okay. They’re interested in helping you, […]

The Cause and Effect of Blunt Force Head Trauma

Head trauma is among the most unpredictable injuries you can suffer in an accident. The brain, while widely studied, is still hard to understand when it comes to physical trauma. While some victims may recover without any side effects, others may struggle with their injuries for the rest of their lives. From car accidents and […]

The Connection Between Speeding and Fatal Accidents

Speeding is a pervasive issue on our roads. It’s so common that you’re less likely to see a car traveling the speed limit than you are to see a speeding car. However, driving too fast comes with consequences. There is a direct link between speeding and traffic fatalities, and the statistics that have come out […]

Golf Cart Accidents Can Result in Significant Damages

Cruising around the course on a golf cart makes a day spent relaxing even more fun. But when you add in courses with no set routes, cavalier drivers, and alcohol, it’s easy to see how golf carts can lead to unnecessary accidents. If you’ve been injured in a golf cart accident, don’t wait to fight […]