When thinking about the causes of car accidents, daylight savings time is not something that often comes to mind. Despite drunk driving and distracted driving both being major sources of driver negligence, when the clocks ‘fall back’ in November, accidents are bound to occur. Understanding just how daylight savings time (DST) is linked to an increase...
Driving during the holiday season is something that many people across the nation participate in year after year. While 2020 has understandably made the holidays significantly different when it comes to travel during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many still anticipate being on the road in December. With this in mind, it’s important to note...
When an accident happens, injuries often result. Broken bones, bruises, and lacerations can be readily seen with the naked eye; however, injuries to the head don’t always show outward signs of trauma. Because of this, when a head injury occurs, it should be taken incredibly seriously as it could be a traumatic brain injury...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can happen to anyone at any time. A significant and sudden bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body can result in long-term damage to the brain that can sometimes require lifelong medical care. Spreading awareness about the causes of a traumatic brain injury can help keep the general...
Head injuries are an unfortunate commonality that can happen during a car accident, work accident, or really whenever one suffers trauma to the head. When these injuries are severe in nature they are often referred to as a traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), motor vehicle...
Fatal commercial truck accidents, unfortunately, happen much more often than we may think. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), in 2018 there were a total of 4,136 people that died due to being involved in accidents with large semi trucks or 18-wheelers. Not only that but, as of 2018 the number...
