A car accident can happen in an instant, leaving you disoriented and unsure of what to do next. The steps you take immediately following a collision in Oregon can significantly impact your safety, your legal rights and any potential insurance claims. Knowing how to...
A car accident takes only a moment to happen. However, a crush injury from that crash can bring a lifetime of invisible pain through permanent nerve damage. While this condition may feel overwhelming, understanding what it involves is the first step toward getting the...
When a driver experiences an accident, their body’s natural reaction is to “fight or flight” through it — flooding their system with a rush of adrenaline. These hormones then increase their heart rate and heighten their alertness to try to direct them to confront the...
Learning that the at-fault driver has little or no insurance can create immediate financial stress. In Oregon, the law anticipates this situation and requires coverage that often shifts the claim to your own policy. Your main option is usually UM or UIM coverage...
People who feel panicked or stressed are at risk of making poor choices. Stress compromises rational decision-making capabilities. Individuals involved in motor vehicle collisions may not handle the aftermath appropriately if they do not have a pre-existing plan....
Seat belts or safety restraints have been a mandatory vehicle component for decades. Manufacturers have to install restraints to help people stay safe in the event of a collision, and people in motor vehicles generally need to use these restraints. Safety restraints...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most catastrophic car crash injuries possible, in part because they generally do not respond to medical treatment. Doctors can intervene to prevent the condition from worsening after the initial trauma, but there is no...
Car crashes can be surprisingly expensive. Most people understand that it is costly to repair a damaged vehicle and treat injuries. Modern trauma care is very effective at treating car crash injuries, but it also comes with a high price tag. Thankfully, those involved...
Getting a driver’s license is a major milestone for many teens, but it comes with considerable responsibility. All teens must take safety seriously because there’s always a risk of catastrophic crashes occurring. Many risk factors can contribute to teen drivers...
When something unexpected happens, it can be difficult for people to respond appropriately. Many people struggle to handle the aftermath of unexpected major events, including motor vehicle collisions. Those without a clear plan in place regarding the fallout of a car...