Car accidents can lead to many different types of harm, among them traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Unlike most injuries, TBIs are a major cause for concern due to their potential to result in long-term cognitive, physical and emotional impairment. Since traumatic...
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Why are so many drivers distracted?
While most experienced drivers do it almost automatically, the reality is that it requires a lot of focus. There really is no room for distractions. However, statistics show that as many as 1,000 people per day are injured in crashes that stem from distractions. Why...
Car crashes can cause both kinds of amputations
Motor vehicle collisions are a leading cause of many different types of catastrophic injuries. People can suffer brain injuries or damage their spinal cords during a car crash. Car wrecks are also one of the top causes of amputations in the United States. Medical...
How to stay safe when traveling during this winter holiday season
Holiday travels may take place by planes, trains or automobiles, but most Americans head out on the highways toward their holiday destinations. The National Safety Council states that auto travel, per passenger mile, has the deadliest rates of any other form of...
Distractions can be different for different age groups
Every age group has the potential to engage in distractive driving. It’s a very dangerous and yet common practice that causes car accidents. Drivers should always be paying full attention to the road while in control of the vehicle. But that does not mean that...
Car accident evidence: Obtaining reliable witness statements
After suffering injuries in a car accident, determining fault is crucial to getting fair injury compensation. Proper evidence can play a key role in helping you determine fault and helping ensure that you get restitution for all your losses, including physical and...
3 practical tips for navigating a car accident and injury claim
Vehicle accidents result in more than an inconvenience. They can lead to injuries that impact victims for the rest of their lives. As you might imagine, severe injuries usually come with overwhelming expenses, so you must protect your ability to get fair compensation...
Whats’ defensive driving, and can it reduce car crashes?
In today’s fast-paced world, where traffic congestion and distractions are prevalent, it becomes increasingly important to prioritize road safety. Defensive driving is a proactive approach that aims to prevent accidents by anticipating and mitigating potential hazards...
What types of distracted driving does the CDC recognize?
Distracted driving is a bit of a problematic term because it can include so many different activities. Drivers who are using their cellphones are distracted. Drivers who are talking to passengers or drinking a cup of coffee are also distracted. Even trying to read a...
Common mistakes teenage drivers make
If you see a carful of teenagers, you are right to be wary. Teen drivers have one of the country’s highest crash rates. The base cause is their lack of experience, although it’s fair to say that many also lack the maturity that an older new driver would have which...