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Car Accidents on Vacation
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellVacation is a time to relax, make memories with your family, and try new experiences. If one of those “new experiences” is being involved in a car accident, you’re not alone. Because of the stress that comes with driving in a new place, the limited sleep many people get on vacation, and the fact that […]
The Importance of the Accident Reconstruction Specialist for Your Case
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellThe physics of a car accident are nearly impossible for the average layperson to understand, but they play an important part in figuring out liability—and seeking compensation. No matter how well you remember the crash that left you injured, it’s impossible to take in everything going on around you when you’re trying to survive. Fortunately, […]
Tips for Avoiding Drunk Driving Accidents During the Holidays
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellThe holidays are coming. That means people are getting together with old friends, throwing back a few, and celebrating the start of a brand-new year. Unfortunately, this also means that drunk driving is a serious risk. People are known for overestimating their ability to handle their alcohol, and that mistake could cause an innocent victim […]
How Fitness Tracker Data May Help Your Auto Accident Case
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellYou use your fitness watch to keep track of workouts and make sure your heart rate isn’t too high, but it can also be an excellent source of evidence after an auto accident. If you were hit by a car, your watch may contain a wealth of information that your attorney can use to strengthen […]
Obtaining Fair Compensation After a Disfigurement Injury
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellDisfiguring injuries are not only painful, but they can also be incredibly embarrassing and life-changing for victims. A previously charismatic and outgoing person might find themselves withdrawn, isolated, and bitter after an injury that completely changes their appearance. If you’ve suffered a disfiguring injury because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. […]
Calculating Lost Income for Self-Employed Individuals After an Injury
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellIf you have to take unexpected time off of work after a personal injury, you know how much financial stress this can cause. Even if you have paid time off available, you probably expected to use that for vacation or long vacations—not injury recovery. While calculating lost income for someone who is paid hourly or […]
How to Avoid Accidents with School Buses
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellSchool buses are a common sight now that school is back in session, but that doesn’t mean that everyone remembers the rules of bus safety. Unfortunately, school bus accidents are fairly common. In many cases, crashes occur because drivers follow too closely or drive too quickly. By following a few basic safety tips, you can […]
How Keeping an Injury Journal Can Help Your Auto Accident Claim
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellWhether or not you believe that journaling has mental health and self-care benefits, it’s impossible to ignore the ways that an injury journal can support your personal injury claim. After a car accident, you’ll be shocked by how much you have to do. You may have numerous appointments with doctors, lawyers, and insurance companies. You […]
Getting Fair Compensation for Nerve Damage
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellIf you have suffered a nerve injury, you know how stressful it can be to wait and see what comes next. Nerve damage is quite unpredictable. Some people make fast and full recoveries, while others may never have full usage of the affected extremity again. Because of this, calculating compensation for this type of injury […]
Coping With Emotional and Psychological Trauma from a Car Accident
/by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough & HowellCar accidents cause an enormous amount of physical and mental trauma. However, many victims only get support for their physical health needs. While they may have access to surgical care, medication, physical therapy, and other medical options, their mental health needs may go unnoticed and unserved. When you’re hurt in a car crash, your mental […]