Entries by Gardner Law Firm

The Impact of Road Rage on Car Accidents

Unexpected obstacles are always a possibility when you hit the road. Most people accept these delays and obstacles with no more than a little annoyance and frustration. Some people, though, are unable to handle unexpected traffic or careless drivers. They fly into a rage, drive aggressively, and make their feelings everyone else’s problem. If you’ve […]

The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation and Car Accident Risks

Most of us are guilty of it at some point in the years we’ve spent driving—we know we slept poorly the night before or perhaps didn’t sleep at all. But still, we choose to get behind the wheel and brave a long drive. Most of the time, drowsy driving doesn’t result in anything too memorable—perhaps […]

How Substance-Impaired Driving Affects Car Accident Cases and Liability

Car accidents claim thousands of lives every year, and a shocking number of those deaths are the result of impaired driving. Drunk driving is entirely preventable, and it is crucial that victims of other drivers’ poor choices be able to hold them accountable. When someone causes a crash while impaired, it can significantly affect the […]

The Importance of Preserving Evidence in Truck Accident Cases

Few collisions cause as much damage as a truck accident. A single tractor-trailer is dozens of times heavier and several times longer than a standard passenger vehicle. No matter how fast or slow it goes, it can cause an enormous amount of damage when it collides with another vehicle or a stationary object. When you’re […]

Why You Shouldn’t Give an Insurance Adjuster Your Health History

Dealing with insurance companies after an accident is often nearly as stressful as the accident itself. They hit you with question after question, only for you to analyze everything you said once you hung up the phone. While it is important to cooperate with the accident investigation and ensure that everyone has the information they […]

Ways to Maximize Your Car Accident Settlement

If you have been injured in a car accident, it is time to start figuring out how you’re going to pay for car repairs, medical bills, and bills that have piled up while you’ve been out of work. A personal injury claim can help you fight for the money you deserve, but it does come […]

The Importance of Seeing the Doctor Right After an Auto Accident

In the chaos of a car accident, it’s easy to put your own health to the side if you don’t have any obvious injuries. You may be concerned about your vehicle, talking to the police, and ensuring that you reach out to your insurance company in time. However, seeing a doctor after a crash should […]

The Connection Between Speeding and Fatal Accidents

Speeding is so common that many drivers don’t take it seriously. They assume that everyone speeds and that it’s necessary to keep up with traffic flow. However, the fact is that speeding is dangerous—and speeding kills. Understanding the actual dangers of speeding can help you stay safe on the road, avoid collisions, and make practical […]