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Collisions involving tractor-trailers are increasingly common as we rely more on them to distribute goods and services. Statistically, a person is injured or killed in a crash between a tractor-trailer and another vehicle about every 15 minutes. Passenger vehicles make up a large percentage of injuries and fatalities in tractor-trailer
In medical terms, a jaw fracture is called a “mandibular fracture” because it is a fracture of the mandible or jaw bone. It is a common fracture in car accidents and altercations because the mandible is prominent and gets hit before other bones. Recovering from jaw fractures from automobile collisions
Back injuries resulting from North Carolina automobile collisions often require extensive, costly medical treatment. These injuries can also leave you with long-lasting pain and suffering. Several types of back injuries commonly result from a vehicle collision. When you’re injured in a North Carolina automobile accident, you will need to work
Facial trauma such as a broken nose is a common injury sustained in car accidents. There are many ways this can occur in an accident. For example, when an airbag deploys or the driver hits his or her head on the steering wheel. It’s important to treat nasal fractures immediately
Car accidents have the potential to cause a slew of injuries. As is the case with any automobile collision injury, hand and wrist injuries can range from minor to life-altering. Types of Hand & Wrist Injuries Blunt force trauma and broken car parts, such as glass or metal debris, can
The chest is one of the most vulnerable areas of the body in a North Carolina automobile collision. In an automobile collision, chest pain is prevalent, even if the airbags deploy correctly and passengers wear seat belts. If you experience chest pain after a wreck, seek medical attention immediately. After
Foot and ankle injuries are common in North Carolina automobile collisions. This happens because the extreme force in this type of car accident causes the foot space within the internal car compartment to crush. As the driver and/or passengers resist this force by placing weight on their feet, the energy
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and extremely poisonous gas. When released into the air, it can quickly cause permanent injury or even death. Causes Carbon monoxide (CO) is a direct result of combustion. When gas, coal or oil burn, the fumes emit CO into the air. When someone breathes
The U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey has denied a defendant’s motion to dismiss a putative statewide class action complaint that alleged that the defendant violated Section e(10) of the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), which prohibits the “use of any false representation or deceptive
Fractured or broken ribs from North Carolina car collisions are generally due to impact on the chest area during the crash. Breaks or cracks can occur when the driver collides with the steering wheel when a passenger collides with the dash or under the sheer force of the seat belt