Imagine getting involved in a car accident that is not your fault. Everything (from police reports to eyewitness accounts) points to the other driver as the negligent party. But, despite the solid evidence in your favor, the other driver denies liability. If this...
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Are your motorcycle brakes up to scratch?
Your motorcycle has been away for most of the winter. Now, the weather is finally starting to clear up, and you’re eager to get out on the roads again. Before you set off, it is worth considering if your bike is as safe as it can be. Did you go in for a service...
Common injuries in a motorcycle accident
You have likely heard the saying, “look twice, save a life.” This campaign had a good amount of success when it came out and brought attention to the fact that motorists needed to actively watch for motorcycles on the road. While this is true, motorcycle accidents...
Car accident injuries are often hard for older people to overcome
When you are young, you may have the ability to heal from car accident injuries relatively fast. Being in the prime of your life comes with fringe benefits like speedy injury recovery. However, for older and aging adults, it is not so easy to recover from injuries...
Is driving slowly always safer?
You know that speed is often blamed for serious accidents. Not only can speeding cause crashes, but those involved in a crash at high speeds are more likely to pass away from their injuries. This is why speed is often a factor in fatal crash statistics. Clearly, you...
The danger of drivers who are under the influence of marijuana
You have probably heard that driving under the influence doesn't just apply to driving while impaired by alcohol. It can also include being under the influence of drugs, such as prescription medications or marijuana. The reason that these types of activities are...
Is a longer commute putting you at risk?
When major businesses close, their workers often see increased commute times. They still need to work, and they may need to travel to other towns or cities to get work, spending more time on the road. Has this happened to you recently? Not only does this mean that...
Don’t let Thanksgiving lead to a deadly wreck
There’s good news and bad news ahead of Thanksgiving weekend. On the one hand, people are feeling comfortable enough to resume gathering again for the holiday. On the other, the National Safety Council (NSC) is predicting the highest number of roadway deaths on a...
Has the opioid epidemic caused more car accidents?
Many parts of the country have experienced the opioid epidemic. It largely stems from the use of prescription painkillers and similar drugs, which are legal -- but which are also addictive. People then get addicted to these drugs and use them incorrectly, or they move...
Shoulder injuries and car crashes: 3 common problems
Many debilitating injuries can result from a car crash. One of those is a shoulder injury. Such an injury can significantly impair your ability to function, whether it's at work, at leisure or just as you go about performing everyday tasks in your home. Some shoulder...