Motor Vehicle Accidents

State law requires that every motorist invest in liability coverage that will pay for the costs other people incur when an insured driver causes a crash. Both property damage and injury-related expenses are eligible for insurance coverage, and people are often eager...

In the “About” section of their website, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) claims that the agency is “responsible for keeping people safe on America’s roadways.” Critics, specifically the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, are finding the...

After the average traffic collision in Washington, the people affected file insurance claims. Each of the vehicles involved in a crash will typically have a policy that applies, although it will be the driver who is at fault for the crash whose coverage should pay the...

Washington's temperate climate means that people can be a bit more casual about their transportation choices. Without the harsh winters experienced in places like the East Coast and the Northern Midwest, Washington often offers a comfortable climate for those who want...

Did you know that fatal car accidents are happening more often than they used to? There has been a short-term increase in the number of fatal accidents for the last three years in a row. This has alarmed those keeping track of the statistics because the general trend...

If you get involved in a car accident, you may have a right to seek compensation for the medical expenses that you face due to your injuries. These are not the only source of potential compensation. But medical expenses can often be vastly more expensive than things...

When a small passenger vehicle collides with a large commercial truck, the people in the smaller vehicle often have a bad outcome. As with any kind of collision, there are numerous factors in play that contribute to the overall risk in a situation. Weather conditions,...

Driving requires that you constantly screen your surroundings and make a series of decisions about the best way to reach your destination safely. The average person probably makes a few minor mistakes during their commute every day, and most of those mistakes will...

If you are involved in an auto accident, you may soon be contacted by the at-fault party’s insurance agency. That insurance agent will talk to you about what happened and may attempt to get you to settle your case now rather than later. For some people, getting an...

You get involved in a car accident, when the pickup truck behind you rear-ends your vehicle. As you get out and talk to the other driver, you're surprised that they seemed very angry. They blame you for causing the accident. For instance, maybe you were approaching a...