Minor choices in traffic can have major safety implications. A driver who exceeds the speed limit puts themselves at risk of a citation or losing control of their vehicle. People need to be consistent about following traffic laws and best practices while driving. Even...
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What can you do when facing road rage?
It can be frightening when road rage is directed at you. A driver yelling at you, using insulting gestures, constantly honking or flashing their lights or tailgating you can take your attention away from driving. You may be more concerned about your safety. So, how...
Why do you need to take extra care when driving at night?
Driving at night can be hard to avoid, especially at this time of year when the nights are long. Yet it is important to realize that nighttime driving is typically more difficult than driving during the day, as the lack of light makes it harder to see others on the...
Drivers texting at red lights remain distracted for some time
There are numerous ways that people cause intersection crashes. It has become quite common for drivers to perform rolling stops where they slow down but don't actually come to a full stop at red lights. Drivers also frequently fail to use their turn indicators to...
What should you know about neck injuries?
People who are involved in motor vehicle crashes may have been subjected to a severe impact, which causes trauma to the body. For some, the impact causes the head to fling about, which can lead to damage to the structures within the neck. Neck injuries can range from...
3 common types of premises liability claims
Property owners who open their premises to the public owe visitors a legal duty of care. They must take proactive steps to prevent accidents and injuries. Unfortunately, many people are injured in different types of accidents on public properties every year. Such...
Can you sustain facial injuries from airbag deployment?
Airbags have safety features that reduce the risk of severe injuries during auto accidents. However, while airbags are designed to save lives, their rapid deployment can sometimes lead to facial injuries. During a collision, airbags inflate at high speeds to cushion...
Mistakes drivers make when they’re distracted
When drivers get distracted behind the wheel, they become very dangerous. In many ways, distracted driving and drunk driving are similar. Unfortunately, drivers don’t always think of it this way, which is why someone who would never drive under the influence of...
3 reasons burn injuries may cost more than people estimate
People involved in car crashes or other severe accidents can get a variety of injuries. Burns are among some of the most painful and expensive injuries possible. People often underestimate how expensive burn injuries can actually be. Burn victims may decline to seek...
Does a business have to pay for slip-and-fall injuries?
Slip-and-falls can occur in any space open to the public. People rushing through a shop to pick up a few groceries on their way home could end up falling and sustaining noteworthy injuries. Depending on the age of the person involved and other factors, a...