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After a motor vehicle accident, you need to report the crash so you can obtain compensation for injuries and losses. You also need to make sure the crash is reported so law enforcement will have a record the accident happened. All crashes causing injury, death, or $1,000 or more in property damage must be reported…

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In Arkansas, rear-end car accidents remain one of the most common types of car accidents. But many people might not realize just how dangerous rear-end accidents can be. That's why deadly rear-end school bus accidents like one that took place recently in Arkansas serve as a stark reminder of the risks faced by motorists every…

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Safety rules must exist on the state and federal level to ensure trucks are manufactured in a responsible manner and to ensure use of all appropriate crash prevention and crash mitigation devices. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has proposed two new additions to safety requirements applicable to single unit trucks. NHTSA rules go through…

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School bus accidents in Arkansas can wreak havoc on families' lives. In an instant, a child crossing the street or exiting a bus can suddenly sustain a serious injury due to a reckless driver's careless behavior. Experienced pedestrian accident lawyers know how devastating these events can be. That's why news of a new lighting system…

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Vehicle defects are dangerous and manufactures should do everything they can to avoid releasing cars with problem parts or component that do not work. If a car manufacturer does discover a problem, the company should quickly act to notify the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as well as consumers. Evidence suggests, however, many car…

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Having a beautiful tree-lined property can make your home look established and stately, while lots of trees can add interest to a commercial property. Trees can provide shade and help to keep your space cool. Trees, however, can also create a significant risk of liability. A premises liability lawyer knows when a tree falls or…

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You've probably heard for years that the safest place to be in a car is in the back seat. But a new study finds that you may be better off "riding shotgun."   It's not so much that the front seat has always been the safe spot in a vehicle. It's really a case of…

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Before you get in your car and go on a road trip this summer, be sure you have done sufficient vehicle maintenance. If you do not know the maintenance history of the car you'll be going on your trip in, consider taking it to a mechanic in order to get a professional checkup. An experienced…

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A viral video showed there are risks associated with relying on a pedestrian crash prevention system. An experienced pedestrian accident lawyer knows these systems are becoming more common. Technologies intended to prevent cars from hitting pedestrians are a good thing and can help reduce deaths among pedestrians by reducing the chances a distracted driver won't…

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Side impact collisions or T-Bone accidents are among the most dangerous car accidents for all passengers, but especially for children. The majority of car seats are tested for front-impact collisions and there is minimal testing to determine how car seats and child restraints protect children in side impact accidents. An experienced T-Bone accident lawyer knows…

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