So many people end up with neck injuries after an auto accident that it might lead some to wonder why. A quick glance at your neck might provide some hints. The neck is a slender body part and that can make it vulnerable to injuries. It also contains the top of the spine with all its nerve pathways and tendons.
When a car accident occurs, not a lot can protect your neck.
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4 Things A Car Accident Lawyer Can Do To Establish Fault For A Brake-Checking Crash
Brake-checking crashes can cause significant damage and severe injuries. When someone brake-checks you, they create an unsafe driving environment that puts you in peril. Another driver may brake-check you if they are distracted, driving recklessly, or feeling angry. If you've been in a brake-checking crash, you may have difficulty determining who was at fault. Fortunately, an experienced car accident lawyer can help. Here are four things they'll do to establish fault:
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Brake Failure Isn't Necessarily A Good Excuse For An Accident
Being held liable for a car accident can be very expensive. Even if the at-fault driver's insurance provider pays for the damages, they might see an increase in their insurance rates. You may even sue them directly and recover damages depending on how expensive your auto accident was. To avoid being held at fault, the driver might make one of several claims, such as that their brakes didn't work. However, this might not be a valid excuse.
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How To Get Justice After Being Involved In A Broadside Motorcycle Crash
A broadside motorcycle crash can be catastrophic, especially if it happens at high speeds or at an intersection. In these instances, you can suffer life-threatening injuries when a vehicle hits you directly from the side. This may force you to spend a long time in the hospital, which will likely make you incur huge financial losses. As a result, you should consider hiring a lawyer to represent you in a compensation claim.
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