Blog: Auto Accidents

More people died in car accidents in 2021 than any year since 2005, according to a study published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on May 17, 2022.  There were an estimated 42,915 fatalities from car accidents in the United States in 2021. Therefore, it is very important to remain educated about car accidents, …

Here at Van Law Firm we know that being involved in a motor vehicle collision is hard for all parties involved and can be a traumatic experience. It is especially stressful immediately after the accident occurs. For many drivers, it is very difficult to think straight and consider what the necessary steps and precautions are …

The types and severity of injuries suffered from a car crash often depend on a range of factors. These factors include whether or not seat belts were worn, where the car got hit, the speed of the cars, and if the airbags deployed. If you are in a car accident, no matter whether it is …

If you are in a car accident, you may walk away from it with injuries. What injuries you get from a car accident can depend on how hard you were hit, where the other car hit your car, and even whether or not you saw the other car coming. Common Car Accident Injuries Spinal Injuries …

Knowing when or if you should seek medical care after a car crash is a common concern. Car crash victims should visit a doctor or seek medical care as soon as possible, even if there are no obvious signs of severe injury. It is important to note that low speed crashes that do not set …

What is car insurance excess? If you get into a car crash and need to make a claim with your insurance company, “excess” is the amount of money you agree to pay to start a claim. There are two kinds of excess – the voluntary kind, and the non-voluntary kind. Non-voluntary excess Non-voluntary excess, usually …

What is Excess? An excess is the amount of money that you pay towards a claim on your insurance. Two amounts make up your excess amount total. The types are required and voluntary excess. The insurer decides required excess and voluntary excess based on what you could afford to pay if you claimed. Usually, you …

If you have been in a car accident, you are likely wondering how much money you will be able to recover. You may have expenses for fixing your car, or buying a new one if yours is totaled. You may have to have your car towed, store it at a tow lot and rent a …

The 10-10-10 Rule The attorneys at Van Law Firm recommend the 10-10-10 rule for how to act after a car crash. One should do certain things within the first ten minutes, ten hours, and ten days of a crash. Right after a crash, your emotions may be high, but Van Law Firm can help if …