Munley Law Blog

How the Crumple Zone Keeps You Safe in a Car Crash

Have you ever seen a car totaled so badly that it has been crushed flat in the front/back, and yet the passengers are left uninjured? Then the crushed – or crumpled – part(s) of the car did their job!

Crumple Zones: Your Vehicle’s Life-Saving Technology

Crumple Zones are one of the key safety features in any modern car design. It is most effective in larger, heavier vehicles, where there is more material to absorb the energy of the collision. This allows the vehicle to keep its structural integrity (e.g., have the roof cave in) and not roll over. It also facilitates the symbiotic functioning of the airbags and seatbelts (successful use of which prevents 50% of injuries). Injuries are less likely to happen or to be serious when the car slows down over a longer period of time.

While it may seem like a sacrifice to total your car, […]

What to Do After a Medical Emergency Causes a Car Accident

Medical emergencies while driving can lead to devastating accidents. When another driver suffers a sudden health crisis behind the wheel, the collision can leave you with serious injuries, vehicle damage, and mounting expenses. As a victim, you deserve compensation for your losses, even when the other driver experienced a genuine medical emergency. Securing fair recovery requires a careful examination of the driver’s medical records, driving history, and the specific circumstances of the accident.

If you were injured in a car accident caused by someone else’s medical emergency, let the experienced car accident attorneys at Munley Law help you with the legal process. Our attorneys can ensure that you receive the compensation you are due. Schedule a free initial consultation today.

Medical Emergencies Behind the Wheel

Medical emergencies that cause car accidents often occur without warning to victims. A study by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that while many accidents involving medical conditions are single-vehicle crashes, […]

Tips for Staying Awake While Driving

Driving safely requires staying alert behind the wheel. Unfortunately, data indicate that drowsy driving is not uncommon on U.S. roads. Drivers who fall asleep may cause accidents that could injure or kill other motorists and pedestrians.

Were you recently injured in such an accident? If so, compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other such losses may be available.

Contact our car accident attorneys at Munley Law for more information about your case. We’ll help you pursue the compensation you deserve. In the meantime, we offer the following tips to help you guard against falling asleep while driving.

The Deadly Reality of Fatigue-Related Accidents

Drowsy driving is a significant problem in the U.S. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), drowsy driving crashes resulted in 693 fatalities on U.S. roads in 2022 alone. […]

How to Anonymously Report Nursing Home Abuse

When an older adult is placed in the care of a nursing home, their loved ones put a great deal of trust in the professionalism, integrity, and compassion of the home’s staff and management. Unfortunately, this trust is often betrayed.

Anyone who spends time in a nursing home, whether as an employee, visitor, or resident, should learn to recognize the signs of abuse and report concerns–even anonymously. Reporting nursing home abuse can save lives and ensure that care facilities are held accountable.

Contact Munley Law’s experienced elder abuse lawyers today for a free consultation if your loved one is suffering from nursing home abuse—we’ll help you hold abusers accountable and protect your family’s rights

Recognizing Signs of Nursing Home Abuse

Firm statistics are hard to come by, but it’s estimated that sixteen percent of nursing home residents experience abuse. […]

How Do You Test Tire Tread With a Coin?

The condition of the tire tread on your vehicle can mean the difference between life, death, or serious injury. Every year, approximately 33,000 Americans are injured in tire-related accidents, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Association. Fortunately, such accidents can be prevented if you regularly check tire tread depth and change your tires if they’re not in optimal condition.

If you’ve been injured in a tire-related car accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact the experienced car accident lawyers at Munley Law.

Tire Tread Basics

What Is Tire Tread?

The tire tread is the part of the tire’s surface that touches the road. It’s designed to ensure  your vehicle maintains its grip on the road as you drive, whether accelerating, braking or turning. The surface of a tread is made up of four components: ribs, […]