Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of bone fractures. Certain types of broken bones are more likely to result from car accidents. Continue reading to learn more about the causes of broken bones in an accident, the most common bones broken in car wrecks, and how broken bones are diagnosed and treated. What Causes […]
Some of the most severe car accident injuries are caused by the so-called “submarine effect.” Seat belt submarining injuries occur when the force of a collision causes a driver or passenger to slide out from under the lap belt. When this happens, the unrestrained occupant could be thrown about the vehicle’s cabin or could be […]
Drunk Driving at 138 mph Results in Deadly Accident in Mobile, Alabama August 20, 2020 | Mobile, Alabama The father of a 24-year-old medical student who was killed in a Mobile wreck is suing the driver for her wrongful death. Harold Thomas, the father of Samantha Thomas, filed a lawsuit on August 26, 2020 in […]
We call a car crash an “accident” out of habit, but safety advocates insist that needs to change. They believe that the word “accident” skews the perception of a crash. It implies that the incident was caused by a twist of fate and that no one was to blame. It also minimizes the severity of […]
In response to the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, Congress passed the REAL ID Act of 2005. Title II of the act was intended to improve security when issuing driver’s licenses and personal identification cards. Under the act, all states and territories in the U.S. must comply with the new law. Initially, the deadline […]
This holiday season and For the sixth year, Morris, King & Hodge P.C., is sponsoring the Driver Safety Taxi & Tow Service. Starting on New Year’s Eve from 8 p.m. until early in the morning of New Year’s Day, drivers who may have had one too many, can use this taxi tow service where they […]
Shopping for a new car can be an overwhelming process, so many buyers only focus on a few factors, like style, efficiency, performance, and cost. However, one of the most important things buyers should consider when searching for a car is safety. While all vehicles must go through vigorous safety inspections before being sold on […]
There has been a 13 percent increase in the pedestrian death rate for pedestrians ages 12 to 19 since 2013, according to a report from the global nonprofit organization Safe Kids Worldwide. Five teenage pedestrians die every week on average in the United States. While teenagers in the 15-19 cohort only account for 26 percent of all children […]
When you’re planning a summer vacation, you need to get to and from your destination safely. While road tripping can be exciting, if you fail to take the proper precautions, you could put your whole family in harm’s way. The personal injury attorneys at Morris, King & Hodge, P.C., want you to stay safe and […]
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it’s critical to seek medical attention right away. After all, your health is the most important thing. Once you have been to the hospital or seen a healthcare provider, the medical bills will inevitably start rolling in. Once that happens, you may have a lot of questions […]
