Alabama’s roads can be outright deadly during the winter holiday season. In fact, a new study from HelpAdvisor.com puts this state in the ninth position for the most deadly car crashes over the holidays in the entire nation – and about 38% of those are caused by drunk...
The newest statistical information from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) paints a grim picture regarding the dangers surrounding large trucks, buses and similar vehicles. According to the newly released data, which looks at the differences in...
Car accident victims can suffer a myriad of injuries, among them traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). Such injuries are caused by an external force that damages the brain, usually through a blow to the head. Depending on their extent, traumatic brain injuries can have...
When you’re in a serious auto collision, there is a risk that your spinal cord could be damaged. A spinal cord injury may interfere with the normal motor functions, sensory input and autonomic functions, so it’s important to seek medical attention as soon as possible....
As winter closes in, drivers generally face a unique range of different hazards due to changing weather conditions. Fortunately, there are a number of measures that road users can take to better ensure their safety. Not only can taking precautionary measures in winter...
Immediately after a car crash, your adrenaline takes over, and if you do not have apparent injuries, you may think everything is fine. After all, you cannot see any evidence of harm, like broken bones, bruises or blood. However, it's not all that meets the eye, and...
A car wreck always carries the potential for serious injuries, and amputation injuries are some of the most catastrophic you can experience. They can absolutely change your life. The amputation injury could happen during the crash, or your overall injuries could just...
Large commercial vehicles like semi-trucks help transport large quantities of goods and raw materials efficiently. However, having these big vehicles share the road with smaller passenger cars causes a lot of crashes. Commercial vehicles are at risk for some of the...
Early in the morning of the first Sunday in November, daylight savings time will end for 2021. Most of us don't think much about it, except to complain about the hour of sleep we lose every spring. But safety experts believe that adjusting the time by an hour twice a...
The stress of adapting to a new life after suffering severe spinal injuries can toll on your mental health. Studies found irrefutable links between the two, going beyond getting used to a new lease or life. Your social circle could change instantly, and you may no...
