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...
As cyclists hit the road this summer – alone, in pairs or in bike clubs – responsible drivers take care to give them plenty of room. They know that bike vs. car collisions can end catastrophically for a cyclist. Unfortunately, not all bicyclists use the same caution....
Intersections are innately dangerous places. Vehicles traveling in different directions cross paths at intersections. Drivers also encounter pedestrians at intersections, making them a location where a variety of different crashes could occur with little warning. The...
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...
If you are involved in a car accident or know someone who has, you know how scary it can be. Depending on the specific circumstances of the accident, it can be mild or traumatizing, leaving you with scars that are difficult to erase. Amid chaos, it might be difficult...
Airbags save lives. They’re specifically engineered to deploy rapidly upon impact in a wreck, acting as a cushion between a vehicle’s occupants and the steering wheel, dashboard and other hard surfaces. However, even though their rapid deployment in a crash is...
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...
When you hear the words “traumatic brain injury” or “TBI,” you may automatically picture someone with a serious head wound. You may even assume that they’ll automatically be unconscious or in a coma. In reality, traumatic brain injuries aren’t always that obvious. It...
Getting into a car crash is a traumatic experience for anyone, but when children are involved, the situation becomes even more stressful. The instinct to immediately check on the kids is natural, but assessing your condition first is crucial. Take a moment to ensure...
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...