When you hear talk about distracted driving, you might have preconceptions about what that means. Whatever comes into your head first, you probably understand that many other things can be distracting. For example, some passengers can be incredibly distracting,...
Personal Injury
The importance of safe driving around holiday parties and events
It’s that time of year again when someone you know seems to be throwing a holiday party every other day. There are also the highly anticipated annual public events such as the Krewe of Jingle parade and City Park Night of Lights. It’s a good opportunity to have some...
The risk of injury is high in side impact vehicle collisions
Most people tend to fear front-end collisions over other types of car accidents. Although head-on accidents often result in catastrophic injuries, side impacts are also dangerous to drivers and passengers. Side impacts, also called T-bone accidents, can affect the...
4 common injuries after a car crash
You were recently in a catastrophic motor incident. You were examined by paramedics and they concluded that you sustained major injuries. The paramedics weren’t able to give a full analysis, but they did notice you’re suffering injuries to the head and spine – some of...
Teenagers’ inexperience can lead to car accidents
When you look at car accident statistics, it quickly becomes clear that there’s a problem. Teenage drivers have incredibly high fatality rates. They are involved in deadly accidents at a rate that is disproportionate to the size of their age group. After all,...
Common causes of rear-end collisions
Car crashes always have the potential to be dangerous but this danger is heightened when those involved do not see it coming. Rear-end collisions occur when one vehicle crashes into the back of another. Usually, the driver in front has no chance to brace themselves...
Symptoms of whiplash after a car accident
Whiplash is a common injury that occurs in rear-end accidents. It's caused by your neck's rapid and forceful back-and-forth movement when another vehicle strikes yours. Symptoms of whiplash don't always show up right away. Because of this, you may think you are fine...
2 common types of distractions that result in car accidents
Distracted driving takes on three forms: visual, manual and cognitive. Unfortunately, one or a combination of these can result in serious accidents and injuries. It’s estimated that nine people in the U.S. suffer fatal injuries due to accidents caused by a distracted...
Steps to take after being involved in a car accident
Being involved in a car accident can be a difficult and stressful situation. Even minor fender benders can leave you with injuries and damages to your property. Even though the accident scene may be chaotic, and your mind may be racing after an accident, it’s...
The ‘Dutch reach’ method saves the lives of bikers
Bike lanes provide bikers the chance of riding alongside cars without the fear of injury. Not every road accommodates the use of bikes, which may cause bikers to ride inches away from passing and parked cars alike. If someone in a parked car suddenly opens a door in...