As winter closes in, drivers generally face a unique range of different hazards due to changing weather conditions. Fortunately, there are a number of measures that road users can take to better ensure their safety. Not only can taking precautionary measures in winter...
Immediately after a car crash, your adrenaline takes over, and if you do not have apparent injuries, you may think everything is fine. After all, you cannot see any evidence of harm, like broken bones, bruises or blood. However, it's not all that meets the eye, and...
A car wreck always carries the potential for serious injuries, and amputation injuries are some of the most catastrophic you can experience. They can absolutely change your life. The amputation injury could happen during the crash, or your overall injuries could just...
Large commercial vehicles like semi-trucks help transport large quantities of goods and raw materials efficiently. However, having these big vehicles share the road with smaller passenger cars causes a lot of crashes. Commercial vehicles are at risk for some of the...
Early in the morning of the first Sunday in November, daylight savings time will end for 2021. Most of us don't think much about it, except to complain about the hour of sleep we lose every spring. But safety experts believe that adjusting the time by an hour twice a...
The stress of adapting to a new life after suffering severe spinal injuries can toll on your mental health. Studies found irrefutable links between the two, going beyond getting used to a new lease or life. Your social circle could change instantly, and you may no...
Many states ban drivers from holding their phones while driving. However, you do not need to hold your phone to use it. Hands-free devices make it easier for you to use them without breaking the law. That does not mean it makes it safe to do so. The National...
You owe other motorists and road users a duty of care by practicing safe driving habits whenever you get behind the wheel. Given that most accidents arise from human error, it is necessary to be aware of negligent driving habits that you ought to avoid. What exactly...
Every parent understands that they need a rear-facing infant seat installed in their vehicle to travel home safely after the birth of a baby. Most parents also readily strap older babies and toddlers into forward-facing car seats. However, once children start moving...
If you are like most safety-conscious drivers, you probably glower or shake your head at the vehicles you pass when it is obvious their driver has a phone in their hands. Almost everyone recognizes how dangerous texting while driving can be. Unfortunately, while...
