Some people can get incredibly aggressive when they get behind the wheel of the car. Normally calm people from all walks of life can suddenly lose control when they feel protected by the metal of their vehicle’s walls. Hot weather, heavy traffic and the stresses of...
Month: June 2022
Why drunk drivers often survive collisions that kill others
Everyone’s read or heard about collisions involving a drunk driver where the innocent victims were seriously injured or killed while the drunk driver suffered relatively minor injuries. If it seems like that’s often the case, it’s not your imagination. There are...
The top 4 causes of distracted driving
One of the largest causes of auto accidents is distracted driving. Distracted driving occurs when a driver becomes preoccupied with another activity, causing them to divert their attention away from the road or act of driving. There are many causes of distracted...
5 common cycling accidents in cities
Cycling offers numerous benefits, from health improvements to environmental advantages. However, sharing the road with motorists comes with inherent risks. Awareness of prevalent cycling accidents that occur in a bustling city can be crucial. Understanding these risks...
Could a business be liable for a drunk driving crash?
Individuals generally have to accept personal responsibility for the choices that they make. Everyone knows that there is some risk that comes from traveling in motor vehicles, and most people do everything in their power to keep themselves and their passengers safe...
Auto accident aftermath: Who decides how injured you are?
In the aftermath of a vehicle accident, victims often feel that their crash injuries are severe or catastrophic. Unfortunately, legal definitions and insurance companies may not agree with your perspective. For example, Texas uses the term incapacitating injury when...
4 things to do after a car accident
A car accident can lead to major injuries, losses and vehicle damages. People often receive more compensation when they take the right steps immediately after a car accident. Here is what you should know if you are in a car accident: 1. Call the police To help ensure...
2 common causes of rear-end collisions
Road traffic collisions of any kind have the potential to result in severe injuries and fatalities. One type of accident that is especially dangerous is rear-end collisions. Rear-end collisions occur when a vehicle to the rear collides with the car in front of it....
What is dooring and how can it be prevented?
Bicyclists should be able to ride without having to worry about being injured by drivers. This is especially true in areas where there are bicycle lanes. One of the biggest hazards for bicyclists is dooring. Dooring occurs when a vehicle door is opened in the path of...
3 ways motor vehicle collisions cause serious brain injuries
When a motor vehicle collision occurs, the consequences can include major property damage and significant personal injuries. Some of the injuries possible in a car crash could permanently change an individual's health, their relationships and their economic...