Entries by Jim Reeves

How Fitness Tracker Data May Help Your Auto Accident Case

You might be surprised by the wide variety of evidence available to you after a car accident. Of course, there are the usual suspects—photos, video footage, and your own recounting of the event. However, there are others that may surprise you. Security video footage from nearby stores, dashcam footage from an uninvolved driver that stops […]

Is Insurance Company USAA Really Looking Out for Its Members?

Most of us have seen the commercials for USAA. They are especially popular during football season. Last year, one of their commercials prominently featured repeat Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski calling in to try to obtain insurance and being told that he does not qualify because he is not an active-duty military member or a […]

How Wheelchair Ramps Can Be Dangerous

Accessibility means providing those with disabilities access to the same venues, attractions, and opportunities as those without disabilities. However, not all accessibility features are created equal. Wheelchair ramps, one of the most widely available adaptive tools, can make life considerably harder or more dangerous for people in wheelchairs. Have you been injured due to a […]

Apps You Should Always Have on Your Phone in Case of an Accident

When you misjudge that turn or a driver coming from your right side runs their red light, everything can change in a moment. When you are involved in a car crash, emotion takes over and it’s hard enough just to get through each minute. That’s why having the right apps on your phone is so […]

Knee Injuries Caused by Auto Accidents

The knee is one of the most easily damaged parts of the body. As people age, complaints of knee pain are common, and even the most well-done knee surgeries can leave people with lingering pain and stiffness. It’s no surprise that knee injuries are relatively common in car accidents. When met with the sheer force […]

What Qualifies as Pain and Suffering?

A personal injury takes more than medical bills, productivity, and repair costs from you. It also affects your quality of life, whether it’s for a few days or for the rest of your life. It’s impossible to place a monetary value on those losses, but that’s exactly what pain and suffering damages do. By providing […]

Be Prepared for Tire Blowouts When Passing Semi-Trucks

Whether you’re headed out of town for a summer road trip or just going to work, it’s important to be aware of semi-trucks and tractor-trailers around you. If a piece of equipment malfunctions or strikes an obstacle, you could be caught in a fatal or catastrophic accident in moments. Tire blowouts pose a significant risk […]

Common Causes of Roundabout Car Accidents

Roundabouts are introduced to communities to make them safer, easier to navigate, and less prone to traffic. But the learning curve is steep—until locals get used to roundabouts, police departments brace themselves for an uptick in car accident reports. While roundabouts are fairly simple in theory, there are lots of ways you can misjudge them […]