Drunk driving is one of the top causes of major collisions in California. Impaired motorists may exceed the speed limit, fail to monitor their surroundings and behave in erratic manners. They can cause crashes that put people in the hospital or lead to someone dying....
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The mechanics of driver distraction
Distracted driving is a major cause of crashes that kill or injure people. While the authorities have taken measures to deal with this, such as banning people from hand holding their phones while driving, distraction continues to be a major problem. This is because...
Why you should be cautious of people eating behind the wheel
Eating is considered a distraction for drivers. Therefore, if you notice a driver around you eating or drinking, you need to be more cautious, as they can easily make a mistake that can result in an accident. Here is how they can cause a crash: Attention off the road...
Keeping kids safe: Bike and pedestrian safety for back-to-school
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents are making necessary arrangements for their children to have a successful academic year. Many parents are also faced with the decision of how their children will commute to school. Allowing kids to walk or cycle to...
How serious are delayed injuries after a car accident?
Car accidents can be traumatic experiences, often leaving victims with immediate and visible injuries. However, not all injuries manifest right away. Some may take hours, days or even weeks to show symptoms. These delayed injuries can be just as serious, if not more...
3 serious medical issues that can arise after a dog bite attack
A dog bite attack can occur at a private residence or a public location. Dogs can attack individuals visiting their owners or delivering packages at a private residence. They could escape from the yard and attack a random stranger on the sidewalk or misbehave while...
Traumatic amputations: Potential car wreck injury
Victims of car crashes may suffer from a variety of injuries. These can include minor ones like scratches and scrapes, but they can also include catastrophic injuries like traumatic amputations. A traumatic amputation involves a body part being severed from the body....
Why a crash crush injury is more serious than a broken bone
Orthopedic injuries caused by a car crash are relatively common. The amount of force involved can snap multiple bones at once. Many people are grateful that all they have are broken bones after a car crash, as opposed to more serious injuries. People fear amputations...
Why do intersections lead to 50% of serious accidents?
If you were involved in a serious car accident, odds are that it happened at an intersection. Statistics show that this is where more than 50% of accidents leading to injuries and fatalities take place. Intersections are exceedingly dangerous, and driving through one...
New technology could benefit those with traumatic brain injuries
There are several reasons why experts classify traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) as catastrophic injuries. First is how profound the consequences of such injuries can be. The cost of medical care can range from five to seven figures depending on numerous details about...