Some people make the assumption that they can avoid car accidents simply by being good drivers. They believe that they’re in control of the vehicle at all times and that excellent driving skills will be enough to keep them safe. In fact, this is often why people are...
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3 common dangers of traveling by car
Around this time of year, many people are setting out for vacations they planned for months, maybe even years. There may be plans to drive across the county, make a few stops to see friends and families, visit a tourist attraction (like the biggest ball of twine) and...
Why do people take the risk of driving?
Every year, roughly 40,000 people pass away in car accidents and many more suffer life-changing injuries. Everyone knows that they're taking on some level of risk when they get in the car. There's just no other way to look at it. But why do they take this risk? What...
The dangers of driving while drowsy
Ask most people how they are feeling, and the majority of them will say that they are tired and overwhelmed by work, home life, school or a million other activities. There’s always so much to do and not enough time to do it which can be exhausting. People spend so...
Have you suffered facial injuries after a collision?
You’re a conscientious driver who always sets safety as a top priority. Sadly, this is often not enough. You cannot install your ethics into other road users. There are numerous injuries a person can suffer after a road traffic collision. Facial injuries are among the...
You can get a flail chest injury in a motor vehicle collision
There are countless types of injuries that drivers and passengers can sustain in a motor vehicle crash. One that you may not be familiar with is known as a flail chest. Just reading a description of it can make a person wince. This sort of injury results from “blunt...
Some crash injuries can leave you with chronic pain
People who have never suffered from chronic pain often think it’s all in people’s heads – until they suffer an injury that leaves them with chronic pain. Then they understand how relentless and debilitating it can be. If you’ve been in a car crash, some injuries are...
Do you need a new car seat after a crash?
Protecting their children is ingrained in every parent. If you have a child who needs a car seat, you probably took great care in choosing one that you think will provide the best protection for them if you’re involved in a crash. Obviously, you hope that never...
Women: Beware of broken tailbones from car crashes
When you think about all the injuries that you can suffer in a car crash, breaking your coccyx is probably not high on the list. However, women are particularly susceptible to this kind of injury. Your coccyx is commonly called your “tailbone” and it’s located right...
Will insurance protect you after a California hit-and-run crash?
Liability car insurance protects you after a crash. If someone smashes up your vehicle or sends you to the hospital, their coverage pays for your costs. Typically, you can count on insurance to pay for direct expenses you incur because of a wreck under California's...