The first question you’ll ask after a car accident is, “Is everyone alright?”. But the second is almost always “Who’s fault was that?!” Assigning blame is the most important aspect of determining insurance payouts. Remember, the guilty party is responsible for paying the damages and compensation incurred in the crash. It’s a big hit to…

Having access to a company car is often a wonderful thing. You get to drive some of the best new executive models, and put it all on the company card. You get the keys to a slick new BMW or Mercedes. The company pays for your petrol, maintenance, and insurance costs, while you drive comfortably….

The screech of tires and clunk of metal is terrifying. If you’ve been involved in an accident, then you know exactly what we mean! Nothing can prepare you for that awful moment, and your body goes into shock. A car accident can happen at any time. Whether you’re going 70mph on the motorway, or reversing…

Statistics tell us that we’re all likely to be involved in a car accident at least once in our lives. You can be the most careful driver in the world, but it’s impossible to predict how others will act. One day, you’ll hear the deafening crunch of metal, and you’ll grind to a halt. Yes,…

These days there are more cars on the road than ever before. Traffic is heavier, and drive times are getting longer, causing more frustration and road rage than ever before. The most common car crash in all of Australia as the nose-to-tail, or being rear-ended. When driving too closely behind someone, you lose your ability…

Mobile phone usage while driving has long been reported as dangerous. Studies in the UK and America have reported mobile phone usage to causing as many as one in four car accidents. That’s 25% of all accidents involving improper use of a mobile phone in some way. In Australia, distraction has been identified as a…

Weather conditions can greatly increase your chances of being involved in a car accident. Rain can be a contributing factor in many car accidents, particularly if you live in a usually dry area or it has been a long time since it’s rained. This means that people may not have much experience driving in wet…

If someone has been injured or died as a result of a car accident, then it must be reported to police. However, even if the accident was only minor, it’s a good idea to always report it to your insurance company. Even if you do not intend to claim the accident on your own insurance,…

Firstly, after any car accident the first thing you should do is determine whether anyone has been injured in the crash. If so, apply first aid where appropriate and call for help where necessary. In Australia, the police must be called for any accident where a person has been injured. You must also call the…

Even the most careful drivers can be involved in a car accident. Firstly, the most important thing is not to admit liability or blame yourself publically. Even if you feel you were at fault, it’s important to protect yourself should legal concerns be raised surrounding the accident. After you have been involved in a car…