Category: Car Accidents

Studies show that texting drivers are more likely to cause accidents. The Kansas Department of Transportation recorded nearly 4,000 crashes involving cell phone distractions over a recent five-year period, with about a third causing injuries. Texting while driving is illegal in Kansas and is punishable by citations and fines. If…

If two or more vehicles are involved in a collision, it’s important for all parties to know how to tell who is at fault in a car accident. Several different entities could help establish responsibility for a car accident, such as the police, insurance companies, or court. If you need…

A series of fatal car accidents in the Wichita area prompted Kansas Transportation Secretary Julie Lorenz to speak out on the need for more drivers to wear their seat belts. Talking with KAKE, Lorenz stated that 427 people were killed in traffic accidents on Kansas roads in a recent year. Speeding and…

Kansas has already reported 121 traffic deaths just this year. After a dramatic increase in driving fatalities, Sedgwick County has announced an initiative to promote safe driving. Why Was the “Drive Safe Sedgwick” Campaign Initiated? The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) noticed a concerning increase in car crashes recently. Many…

When considering auto insurance options, many drivers choose to add MedPay to their policy for extra peace of mind in the event of an accident. Medical payments coverage, often referred to as “MedPay,” is additional coverage that can be added to an auto insurance policy. It is optional in most…

According to a 2021 Pew Research Center poll about social media use, 69% of American adults (age 18 to 65+) have a Facebook profile, 40% have an Instagram account, and 23% have a Twitter account. With social media becoming an ever-larger part of our lives, people tend to share a lot of…

Every auto accident is different, but the key elements that we seek to prove to develop a successful personal injury claim are the same in every case. Here’s a breakdown of these elements: FaultAccording to Mike Wyatt, a partner here at Mann Wyatt Tanksley Injury Attorneys, the first thing that…

Because the state of Kansas requires auto insurance coverage, many drivers may choose coverage without knowing for what they’re paying. According to the Kansas Insurance Department, your auto insurance payments pay for several individual coverages. There are six basic coverage options. Four of them are required for every driver in Kansas:…

A very common question the Mann Wyatt Tanksley Injury Attorneys gets asked is, “How long will my car accident process take?” No doubt, the question arises due to the fact that thousands are injured on the roadways each year. According to Mike Wyatt, partner at Mann Wyatt Tanksley Injury Attorneys, how…

A very common question the Mann Wyatt Tanksley Injury Attorneys Midwest Personal Injury Firm gets asked is, “How long will my car accident process take?” No doubt, the question arises due to the fact that thousands are injured on the roadways each year, including in our area of Wichita, Kansas….