Most people don’t consider injuries where bones aren’t broken as serious. However, while minimal soft tissue injuries can heal quickly, severe injuries such as a torn ligament or complete rupture of a tendon can cause permanent soft tissue damage. In fact, such injuries can be as debilitating as fractured bone injuries and cause limited mobility […]
A traumatic brain injury could be suffered in a motor vehicle accident, and the immediate symptoms may be very clear. For instance, many people who suffer from a TBI will lose consciousness. They may also have sensitivity issues or memory issues when they regain consciousness. But a lot of the symptoms will slowly clear up […]
The interstate is one of the safest places you can drive. This surprises a lot of people, especially new drivers. They find the interstate to be confusing and chaotic, and the high speeds are a bit unnerving – naturally thinking that it must be more dangerous. But the truth is that the interstate is, typically, […]
No matter how safe you are as a driver, there’s always a certain level of risk on the roads. Being involved in a collision can be both physically and mentally traumatic. Many people are injured and killed each year in car crashes. One of the more painful injuries that can occur is damage to the […]
Both motorcycles and cars can be dangerous and both can be safe. It’s important to note that drivers have a responsibility with either vehicle to drive in a way that keeps others safe. This helps to prevent accidents, and there are many safe motorcyclists who have never been in a crash. However, statistically speaking, motorcycles […]
Car manufacturers continue to develop ways to keep you safer when driving. From crumple zones to airbags, from automatic braking assistance to cameras for reversing. So why are crash statistics not improving? There are several reasons, but some relate to the other features manufacturers have added to cars. Modern cars are full of distracting technology […]
Most people have had an experience where they felt very tired while driving the car. Perhaps they’ve even nodded off for a split second or felt like they were going to fall asleep. It can be very unnerving and it can make you feel like you’re not driving safely. And it is true that fatigued […]
If you get involved in a car accident, it may be wise to take pictures of the accident scene after the crash. Naturally, there are some cases where injuries may make this impossible. But, if you’re able to do so, taking pictures can help tremendously. The overall goal of these photos is simply to document […]
If you put a lot of thought into defensive driving and how you can stay safe when you’re in the car, you may be open to changing your driving tactics entirely. However, one thing that you may not have thought of is completely avoiding left turns. This can be difficult, but there is evidence that […]
Road traffic collisions can result in various types of injuries. One type of injury that is commonly overlooked is dental injuries. A severe dental injury can affect your ability to eat, communicate and function day-to-day. Dental injuries can also have a significant impact on your confidence and self-esteem. What types of dental injuries are likely […]