Unfortunately, driving under the influence remains despite the campaign efforts to combat it. Drunk driving contributes to thousands of traffic accidents that can be fatal for victims. Recognizing the signs of an impaired driver is vital for your safety and the safety...
Spinal cord injuries are well-known and widely feared. People don't want to injure their backs or necks. They fear the loss of motor function and sensation associated with spinal cord injuries. Frequently, popular media depictions of spinal cord injuries show people...
Car accidents injure millions of people every year. Sadly, tens of thousands of people also lose their lives in road traffic collisions. Various body parts can be injured during a crash, but the neck is particularly exposed. Here are some of the more common neck...
Car crashes are traumatic, particularly at high speeds. Often, injuries are immediately evident. For example, a victim may have hit their head, leading it to bleed profusely. Nonetheless, that isn’t always the case. Serious injuries can be delayed or hidden. One such...
Over the years, American vehicles have gotten much taller and larger. There are two general reasons for this. One is that automakers are designing vehicles with aggressively tall hood heights and blunt profiles, or a flat nose on the front of the car. The second...
Car crashes can cause injuries ranging from bruises and scrapes to brain injuries. Minor crash-related injuries may likely lead to a full recovery, while others may cause lasting expenses and functional limitations for individuals. People tend to make snap judgments...
Auto accidents happen all of the time. Drunk, distracted or aggressive driving can cause victims to suffer from long-term disabilities. People who drive defensively may be less likely to suffer from auto accidents. What does it mean to be a defensive driver? A...
Drivers who break the speed limit often do not think there is any reason to adjust their approach. If they get a speeding ticket, they may be frustrated, feeling like it’s just a way for the government to make money. They don’t actually think that speeding is...
There are many different kinds of divers out there on the roads. Many of these people drive for work, commute to school or are taking their children to school. While driving is extremely convenient, it’s also very dangerous. Some of the drivers around you may have a...
Every time you drive, you hope to do so safely. Most people commute without incident every single day. No one expects to get into an accident. But it is certainly best to consider how common accidents are so that you can take steps to make yourself even safer. If...