A car accident can cause an abundance of anxiety for the victim and their loved ones. There is often emotional or psychological trauma in addition to physical injuries. When injuries require surgery or hospitalization, the financial stress can be overwhelming for the victim. Hospital stays can cost thousands of dollars each day. However, there are […]
Category: Car Accidents
How can I Stay Safe During Motorcycle Season?
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, which is an annual event to promote motorcycle safety. As the weather breaks and warmer temperatures arrive, motorcyclists begin to ride again. The influx of motorcyclists increases the threat of accidents for all road users. The presence of motorcycles can create risks for passengers and drivers in cars as […]
How Common are Traumatic Brain Injuries After Car Accidents?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Americans suffer approximately 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) each year. Falls are the leading cause of these injuries as they cause 35 percent of all TBIs. Car accidents are the second leading cause of TBIs and cause 17 percent of TBIs. TBIs can range […]
How can I Prepare for Daylight Saving Time?
At 2:00 a.m. on the second Sunday in March, most states will set the clocks forward one hour in observance of Daylight Saving Time (DST). With this time shift comes less sleep, darker morning commutes, and more car accidents. A new study reveals that DST causes an increase in fatal car crashes. Researchers at the […]
What are the Dangers of Highway Driving?
When the construction of connected roadways first began, the face of American travel and commerce changed. As more roads were built, the easier it became to transport goods across the country. However, such progress increased vehicle accidents, particularly those involving trucks. Highway accidents routinely account for a large percentage of all traffic accidents, injuries, and […]
What Happens if My Car Accident Injuries Show Up Later?
A car accident victim may assume that if they do not feel pain immediately after the collision, they are not hurt; however, this is not always the case, injuries may take days or even weeks to manifest. Even if a victim does not think they are injured at first, it is important to protect their […]
What Should I Do After a Car Accident?
From fender-benders to serious high-speed collisions, car accidents of all types are alike in many ways regarding safety, injuries, and persevering evidence for a claim. The following is a breakdown of some of the most important steps for accident victims to keep in mind after a collision. Pull Over to a Safe Location A driver’s […]
What are the Best Automotive Technologies of 2021?
Every year, car manufacturers roll out new technologies within new styles. For 2021, these technologies include integrated systems to help improve driver safety and reduce crashes and injuries. Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS) employ cameras, videos, sensors, and software to effectively warn and assist drivers of potential dangers or adverse driving conditions. ADAS includes some […]
What are the Dangers of Distracted Driving?
Distracted driving is a serious threat to the safety of all road users, including drivers and passengers in other motor vehicles, as well as pedestrians and cyclists who share the road. It has been a problem as long as cars have been around, but it has risen to a new dangerous level since mobile phones […]
Volvo to Improve Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety in Vehicles
Throughout past decades, automobile manufacturers have made great strides toward improving vehicle safety. Consumer Reports describes some of today’s advanced auto safety systems, including automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, lane keeping assistance, and rear cross traffic warning. Yet, many of these have not adequately addressed how vehicles can be safer for pedestrians and cyclists. […]