Next time you are out on foot, look at the drivers who pass you. There is a good chance that many are busy doing other things while driving. That’s bad news as anyone behind the wheel of a car should be focusing on driving. The rise in technology has played a big role...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
How do driver distractions happen?
You’ve probably heard the term “distracted driving,” but have you ever thought about the mechanics of it? At a basic level, it means a driver is not driving as safely as they should, but there are actually three ways that distractions can work. 1. Visual distractions...
Do you really need medical treatment after a car accident?
The aftermath can be confusing and stressful if you are involved in a California car accident. You may just want to go home and forget about the day. If you feel fine, you may think that medical treatment is unnecessary. However, most doctors recommend seeking...
A police report can help prove liability after a car accident
The immediate aftermath of a crash can be confusing, and you may not know what to do. Yet, it is among the most crucial moments of your car accident claim. What you do or say could affect your claim in various ways. One of the first things you should do after a car...
Why Volvo’s Safety Act fines matter
Last month, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) levied one of the largest fines against an automaker that had ever been handed down in the agency’s history. The $130 million fine was cited against Volvo. The infractions at issue concerned the...
Concentration is vital for road safety
For the seasoned road user, driving can feel like an almost automatic activity. Nonetheless, this is far from the truth. Driving requires individuals to make split-second decisions throughout their journey. This means that drivers must give their full attention to...
How can you protect yourself as a cyclist on busy roads?
Choosing to cycle to work instead of taking the car can be a great way to stay healthy and reduce your carbon emissions at the same time. The problem that cyclists, both new and seasoned alike, have with being on the roads is that it can often be dangerous. You’re...
Motorcyclists can’t prevent many of the crashes that hurt them
The social stigma attached to motorcycle riding affects everything from how people behave in traffic to who a police officer blames after a crash. It is common for people to assume that the motorcycle rider likely did something wrong prior to a wreck. After all,...
Stay alert for indicators that a truck accident is imminent
Unlike collisions between passenger vehicles, truck accidents often result in life-threatening injuries or death. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage and disfigurement are common in severe truck crashes. You may feel secure knowing you can recover money for...
Do spinal cord injuries ever heal?
Many injuries can occur when you’re involved in a motor vehicle crash. One of these is a spinal cord injury, which is considered a catastrophic injury. The violent jarring motion at the point of impact in a car wreck can lead to damage that disrupts the nerve signals...