by Crash Support Network | Mar 7, 2022 | Survivor Story
Thick, black smoke obscured a semi one inky night in July of 2012. A truck with mechanical problems crawled on the freeway. Neither my husband Derek nor his boss, the driver, saw the truck before drilling into the back of it. Nearly every bone in Derek’s face and eye...
by Crash Support Network | Mar 7, 2022 | Organizations, Survivor Story
I Pinky Swear They say your life can change in the blink of an eye…. I never really understood the true meaning of this statement until I was hit by a distracted driver 6 years ago. Looking back at the person I was, the things I could do, the plans I had for my...
by Crash Support Network | Feb 28, 2022 | Legal
Biggest Mistakes People Make After a Car Crash. The minutes, hours, and days after a car crash are typically chaotic. Unfortunately, making any mistake during this crucial time can seriously hurt your chances of recovering the damages you deserve. Below you’ll...
by Crash Support Network | Feb 8, 2022 | Crash Survivor Blog
Mom was 89 when she passed away and she never had a driver’s license. Born in 1932, things were certainly different back then. Although my mom didn’t drive and never had any interest in getting behind the wheel of a vehicle, as kids, we certainly didn’t miss...
by Crash Support Network | Jan 29, 2022 | Crash Survivor Blog, Survivor Story
Cinderella Man Back in the hospital, this time I am being visited by a doctor. He’s a good-looking doctor. Too good-looking. Tv-doctor good looking, soap-opera-fake-doctor good looking. I listen as he shares news about my arms. In response I say, “14 seems...
by Crash Support Network | Dec 19, 2021 | Crash Survivor Blog
Dear crash survivor, I want you to know—I get it. This is your old body speaking. Listen up because I have a lot to share with you. Ever since your motor vehicle crash, you’ve been missing the “old you.” And with the holidays approaching, I know this time of year can...
by Crash Support Network | Dec 8, 2021 | Legal, Survivor Tips
Picking the right attorney to represent you when you have been injured is vital. When people have been seriously injured or family members have been killed as the result of another’s negligence, their lives are changed. If the wreck involves a wrongful death or...
by Crash Support Network | Dec 8, 2021 | Survivor Story
Sarah sustained a severe traumatic brain injury at the age of 15 after getting in a car with an underage drinking driver and is the author of the book, “You’re Getting Better Every Day.” Her writings have been published in Hope magazine and...
by Crash Support Network | Nov 30, 2021 | Brain Injury, Survivor Tips
Preparing for the winter holiday season has always involved anticipation, excitement of get-togethers with friends and family, office parties, gift exchanges, and other winter traditions. Trying to keep up with long standing customs or, as is sometimes the...