We are just days away from the fall equinox, meaning that autumn will arrive in full force for the upcoming high school homecoming season. This fall rite of passage is highly anticipated by the kids. They love to dress up in their finery for a night of high fashion,...
Side-swipe collisions may seem less severe compared to head-on or rear-end crashes, yet they can still lead to significant injuries. These accidents are highly likely when two vehicles traveling in the same or opposite directions brush against each other. The force of...
Distracted driving happens every day. Drivers talk to their children, sing along with the radio or use their cellphones behind the wheel. Often, this distraction leads to serious car accidents. But while you can find many examples of distraction, such as those noted...
Being involved in a car accident can affect your life in various ways. Besides sustaining injuries and suffering physically, you can be impacted financially. You can potentially experience financial strain after a crash. Here is how this can happen: 1. Medical...
When it comes to road safety, two of the most underestimated dangers are speeding and hydroplaning. These may appear to be isolated issues, but their combination can be particularly lethal. Speeding compromises a driver’s reaction window and magnifies the force of...
A bicycle can be a great way to get around town or further afield. You can save money over using a car, while improving your health and wellbeing in the process. You’ll likely also find it quicker for certain short journeys, especially those where you’d spend more...
If you’re driving on a small city street, a wrong-way driver could have just made a mistake. Maybe they didn’t realize they turned down a one-way. Maybe they’re a very young driver without much experience, and they just got confused. But on the interstate, it really...
Car accidents can have devastating impacts, leaving victims with permanent injuries, such as amputations and traumatic brain injuries. These injuries can result in extensive and significant medical expenses. For example, a person with a serious spinal cord injury may...
Car accident claims and insurance processes can be confusing, leading to common myths that cause unnecessary stress. Misinformation can result in costly mistakes when handling an accident claim. Let’s debunk some common misconceptions to help you make informed...
Car accidents and brain injuries often go hand in hand. A jolt from even a minor fender bender, a violent whiplash or a direct impact to the head can cause a brain injury. Recovery from these injuries can take months or even years. To avoid prolonging this timeframe,...