Vehicle crashes are a major cause of injuries to the brain, back and shoulder. Much depends on the angle and speed of impact. Unfortunately, along with standard equipment, the vehicle safety features that can save occupants from harm can also cause various types of...
Everyone knows the dangers of texting and driving, yet many people still engage in hazardous activity anyway. A 2018 study by AAA found that texting and driving doubles the chances of an accident occurring. Despite this, 35% of people admit to using their phones while...
You likely envision visible and bloody wounds when you think about car accident injuries. However, underlying damage to the body may prove just as likely. A crash generates enough force to cause the body to jar around, even at low speeds. Discover how some injuries...
Motorcycles are a great way to enjoy good weather and beautiful scenery. However, it is significantly more dangerous to ride a motorcycle compared to other motor vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycles accounted for 14...
You may have heard that the holiday season comes with an increased risk of serious auto accidents. The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration reported that 799 highway fatalities occurred during the period between Christmas and New Year's Day in 2019, in...
Helmets are one of the most important pieces of safety equipment for motorcycle riders. However, not all helmets meet established safety standards. Before you hit the road, it is important to know how to spot an unsafe motorcycle helmet. Safety issues to check for The...
There are many benefits that come with living in Arizona and one is the fact that the climate is favorable for many months out of the year. This is among the reasons why Arizona has a high number of pedestrians in comparison to many other U.S. states. However, the...
Manufacturer carelessness may cause a defect in a vehicle's design or production process. When employees ignore an important step on an assembly line they may, for example, miss finding a defective seatbelt or airbag. An individual who bought a faulty vehicle may file...
If you suffered an injury at the hands of another, you may have a personal injury claim. Due to someone else’s negligence or harmful act you may sustain mental or physical harm. Examples of personal injury cases include home accidents, motor vehicle accidents,...
Many of us feel nervous when driving near a semi-truck on the highway. Afterall, semis are much larger than your typical car or truck. But did you know that 75% of commercial vehicle accidents are actually caused by passenger car drivers? For everyone’s safety, it’s...
