Roanoke Personal Injury Law Blog

During the winter months, residents in Virginia and elsewhere tend to see a spike in large truck traffic. Semi-trucks and tractor-trailer trucks are used to transport goods, many of which as purchased as gifts. Because of this, these large trucks fill the roads in an attempt to get these products to their final destinations. However, truck drivers can be under a lot of pressure, causing them to work long hours and travel long distances.

Even though most motorists are used to sharing the road with large trucks, it can still get nerve-wrecking to travel next to one or multiple trucks. Because trucks have large blind spots, it is easy for smaller vehicle to go unnoticed. This can be problematic when a truck driver is attempting to change lanes or make a maneuver.

With the holidays in full swing, many are purchasing last minute gifts. Whether it is a new, hot item or something that has been on the market for some time, consumers expect that what they are purchasing will work as advertised. Unfortunately, errors could be made when a product is designed, manufactured and sold. Such errors could lead to defects, causing a product to not work, malfunction and even become dangerous. Such a situation could result in a consumer suffering serious injuries and damages.

Defects could occur for a variety of reasons, one being related to the manufacturing process. What is a manufacturing defect? Simply put, it is a defect that occurs in the manufacturing process. Even when a product is designed properly, errors in the manufacturing process can cause even the most well-designed product to become defective or dangerous.

With the holiday season already in full swing, there are many expectations. To begin, one is likely to spend time with family. Additionally, presenting giving and receiving will also occur. Finally, many residents in Virginia and elsewhere can expect to travel by motor vehicle to get to these holiday gatherings and celebrations. This time behind the wheel could be something that can create unhappiness this holiday season. Not just because traffic is likely to be bad, but also because many drivers will be tempted to use their phones while driving.

Distracted driving is already a major issue across the nation. However, reports indicate that this dangerous behavior is expected to increase during the holidays. Based on data collected with driving apps, which track whether a person is driving a vehicle while using an app, there is an increase in 33 percent of distracted driving during the holidays.

Since we were little, we were often told that we only have one head, meaning, we should be more careful when doing certain activities. With regards to automobiles, motorists in Virginia and elsewhere do not often think about protecting their heads while traveling in a vehicle. However, the reality is that a head trauma is a likely injury in a car accident.

While many injuries could befall an accident victim, the unfortunate reality is that few injuries are more severe than a brain injury. This type of injury is not only difficult to treat, but also can be challenging or impossible to fully recover from. Thus, a victim is often left with many damages and financial hardship following an accident that has caused a brain injury.